Talking
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It ain't right to do what you do to me
It ain't right so don't be untrue to me
It ain't right so baby farewell

Mama I'm talking
It ain't love that you handed out to me
It ain't love now don't stand and shout to me
It ain't love so baby farewell

Oh goodbye

It ain't right to do what you do to me
It ain't right so don't be untrue to me
It ain't right so baby farewell
Mama I'm talking

It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
Right no, no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right

Mama, I'm talking
I'm talking

It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
Right no, no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right

Mama, I'm talking
I'm talking

It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
Right no, no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no
It ain't right no no
It ain't right baby no




It ain't right no no
Mama don't do that you know it ain't right

Overall Meaning

The first verse of the song "Talking" by Smith emphasizes the idea that the actions that the subject of the song is taking towards the singer are wrong and hurtful. The use of repetitive phrases "It ain't right to do what you do to me" and "It ain't love that you handed out to me" emphasizes the hurt and broken-heartedness of the singer. The use of "Mama, I'm talking" adds emphasis to the seriousness of the situation, and emphasizes the singer is trying to get through to the subject that their actions are not acceptable. The chorus again emphasizes that the situation is not right and that the singer is saying farewell to the subject. The repetitive phrases used in the chorus further emphasize the seriousness of the situation.


The song can be interpreted as a song about a breakup or a toxic relationship. The singer feels that the subject of the song has treated them poorly and that they need to say goodbye. The use of repetitive phrases emphasizes the pain and hurt caused by the subject's actions. The use of the phrase "It ain't love" can be interpreted as the singer realizing that what they thought was love was actually just an unhealthy relationship. The use of "Mama" can be interpreted as a plea for help or understanding from someone the singer trusts.


Overall, "Talking" by Smith is a song about a toxic relationship and the pain caused by the subject's actions. The repetition of phrases and use of "Mama" emphasize the severity of the situation and the hurt felt by the singer.


Line by Line Meaning

It ain't right to do what you do to me
You are treating me unfairly and it is not appropriate or justified.


It ain't right so don't be untrue to me
It is not right for you to be deceitful or dishonest with me.


It ain't right so baby farewell
Because of your behavior, I can no longer continue this relationship with you.


Mama I'm talking
I am expressing my feelings and trying to communicate with you.


It ain't love that you handed out to me
Your actions do not reflect love or care towards me.


It ain't love now don't stand and shout to me
Do not try to argue or justify your actions because they were not based in love.


Oh goodbye
This is the end of our relationship and we are saying goodbye.


It ain't right baby no
Your behavior towards me is not acceptable or appropriate.


Right no, no no
It is not right and there is no justification for your behavior.


Mama don't do that you know it ain't right
Please stop engaging in this behavior because it is not right and you know it.


I'm talking
I am trying to express myself and communicate with you.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joseph Meyer, Bob Rothberg

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