Oh Well
Shepherd Kenny Wayne Band Lyrics

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I can't help about the shape I'm in
I can't sing, I ain't pretty, and my legs are thin
Don't ask me what I think of you
I might not give the answer that you want me to
Now when I talk to God
I think he'll understand
Stick by me and I'll be your guiding hand
Don't ask me what I think of you

I might not give the answer that you want me to

Overall Meaning

In the Shepherd Kenny Wayne Band's "Oh Well," the singer laments about his appearance and singing abilities. He appears to be insecure and self-conscious, but he still asserts his independence and individuality by refusing to conform to others' expectations. He warns others not to ask him what he thinks of them because he may not have the answer they want to hear. He acknowledges that he may not be conventionally attractive or talented, but he believes that God will understand him and guide him.

The song reflects the struggle of being different or not fitting in with societal norms. The lyrics suggest that people should be accepted for who they are and that conformity shouldn't be a prerequisite for respect. The song has a sense of resilience as the singer vows to keep going and not let others bring him down. The lyrics suggest that it is better to be true to oneself than to pretend to be something one is not.

Line by Line Meaning

I can't help about the shape I'm in
The state of my physical appearance and well-being is beyond my control and influence.

I can't sing, I ain't pretty, and my legs are thin
I lack talent in the art of singing and do not possess any appealing physical attributes in comparison to mainstream standards.

Don't ask me what I think of you
Please refrain from inquiring about my opinion of you.

I might not give the answer that you want me to
The response I provide may not align with your desired response or expectations.

Now when I talk to God
During moments when I communicate with a higher power, such as God,

I think he'll understand
I believe that this higher power will comprehend and sympathize with my struggles and shortcomings.

Stick by me and I'll be your guiding hand
If you remain loyal and supportive towards me, I will provide guidance and assistance to the best of my abilities.

Don't ask me what I think of you
Again, I implore you to not inquire about my thoughts and opinions towards you.

I might not give the answer that you want me to
As previously mentioned, I cannot guarantee that the response I provide will meet your desired expectations.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, JAMES HARRIS III, TERRY LEWIS, NATHAN B MORRIS, WANYA JERMAINE MORRIS, SHAWN PATRICK STOCKMAN

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