Sick and Tired
Sam Butera Lyrics
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Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Wake up in the mornin' fix you somethin' to eat,
'fore I go to work I even brush your teeth
Get home in the evenin' and you're still in bed
Got yourself a rag tied 'round you're head.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
I'm tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
I'm tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
Gonna find yourself outside
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Last time tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
Last time tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
Gonna find yourself outside
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
The song "Sick and Tired" by Sam Butera is about a man who is tired of being with his lazy and unproductive partner. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the frustration and impatience that is felt by the singer in the relationship. The repetition of the phrase "whatcha gonna do" suggests that he has reached the end of his wits and needs to know what his partner is going to do to change the situation. He has been "foolin' around" with his partner for a while, but now, he wants something more serious.
The singer illustrates his frustration by drawing attention to the little things that he has to do for his partner. He makes them something to eat in the morning, brushes their teeth, and yet, he still has to come back to a lazy partner who has tied a rag around their head. The singer's blunt language reflects his anger at how his partner has treated him. He tells them that they need to change their ways, or they will find themselves on the street. The repetition of the phrase "Last time tellin' you baby" emphasizes his final warning to his negligent partner. He is not going to put up with their behavior any longer.
Overall, "Sick and Tired" is a song that speaks of the pain and struggle that comes with being in a relationship with someone who doesn't contribute equally. The singer has reached his limit and wants his partner to change their behavior or leave. The song's straightforward language captures the emotions that people in similar situations feel and resonates with listeners who have gone through similar experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
The singer questions the actions of the addressed person.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
The singer repeats their questioning to emphasize their concern.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
The singer expresses their exhaustion from dealing with the addressed person's behavior.
Wake up in the mornin' fix you somethin' to eat,
The artist details the actions they take to care for the addressed person.
'fore I go to work I even brush your teeth
The artist goes above and beyond their caregiving duties to ensure the addressed person's hygiene.
Get home in the evenin' and you're still in bed
The singer is frustrated that the addressed person is not taking care of themselves and is still in bed.
Got yourself a rag tied 'round you're head.
The singer notes an aspect of the addressed person's appearance, showing their disapproval.
I'm tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
The artist is warning the addressed person that their behavior needs to change.
I'm tellin' you baby I mean what I say
The artist emphasizes that they are serious and want the addressed person to listen.
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
The artist has warned the addressed person before to stop their behavior.
Gonna find yourself outside
The singer is threatening to kick the addressed person out if they do not change their behavior.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
The artist repeats their original questioning, indicating that the addressed person must make a decision about their behavior.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
The singer reiterates their exhaustion with the situation.
Last time tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
The singer emphasizes once again that the addressed person must change their behavior.
Last time tellin' you baby I mean what I say
The singer reiterates that they are serious about their warnings.
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
The artist repeats their previous warning.
Gonna find yourself outside
The artist restates their threat to kick the addressed person out if their behavior does not change.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
The singer poses the same question to the addressed person as a way to prompt action.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
The singer concludes the song by reiterating their exhaustion with the situation.
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Written by: FRANCIS DOMINIC NICHOLAS ROSSI, RICHARD JOHN PARFITT
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