If You Wanna
Stan Smith Lyrics


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The man who only lives for making money
Lives a life that isn't necessarily sunny
Likewise the man who works for fame

There's no guarantee that time won't erase his name
The fact is, the only work that really brings enjoyment
Is the kind that is for girl and boy meant
Fall in love and you won't regret it
That's the best work of all, if you can get it
Holding hands at midnight

'Neath a starry sky
Nice work if you can get it
And you can get it if you try
Strolling with the one girl
Sighing sigh after sigh
Nice work if you can get it
And you can get it if you try

Just imagine someone
Waiting at the cottage door
Where two hearts become one
Who could ask for anything more?
Loving one who loves you
And then taking that vow
It's nice work if you can get it
And if you get it, won't you tell me how?"

Just imagine someone
Waiting at the cottage door
Where two hearts become one
Who could ask for anything more?
Loving one who loves you
And then taking that vow




Nice work if you can get it
And if you get it, won't you tell me how?"

Overall Meaning

The song 'If You Wanna' by Stan Smith is a perfect embodiment of the idea that happiness cannot be found in money, fame or material possessions. The lyrics emphasize that the only work that brings true enjoyment is falling in love, which is meant for everyone. The song is introspective and encourages the listener to assess their priorities, reminding them that the most valuable experience is finding love, being loved, and committing to that love.


The first verse clearly indicates that life isn't always sunny for those who chase money or fame, as nothing is guaranteed to last forever, and there is always the risk of time erasing their name. The second verse highlights the essence of the song, which is that true happiness and enjoyment are found in falling in love and not regretting it. The chorus emphasizes this message by painting a picture of a couple holding hands under the stars, sighing happily and taking a vow to love each other forever. The lyrics then encourage the listener to imagine themselves in that situation and to strive for that kind of love.


In summary, 'If You Wanna' is a beautiful song that reminds us of what's truly important in life - love. It emphasizes that falling in love and committing to our loved ones is the most gratifying experience we can have.



Line by Line Meaning

The man who only lives for making money
Living only for money is not necessarily a happy life


Lives a life that isn't necessarily sunny
Money cannot guarantee a happy life


Likewise the man who works for fame
Working for fame also does not guarantee lasting success


There's no guarantee that time won't erase his name
Fame can be fleeting, and nothing lasts forever


The fact is, the only work that really brings enjoyment
True enjoyment comes from work that brings happiness to both genders


Is the kind that is for girl and boy meant
Work that is meant for both genders brings the most satisfaction


Fall in love and you won't regret it
Loving someone is a fulfilling experience that has no regrets


That's the best work of all, if you can get it
Loving someone is the most fulfilling work if you can find it


Holding hands at midnight
Shared intimate moments bring immense joy


'Neath a starry sky
The beauty of nature adds to the wonder of an intimate moment


Nice work if you can get it
Loving someone and sharing intimate moments is truly worthwhile


And you can get it if you try
Finding love and intimacy takes effort and a willingness to try


Strolling with the one girl
Walking leisurely with someone you love brings happiness


Sighing sigh after sigh
Feeling peaceful and content with someone creates an environment of pure joy


Just imagine someone
It is easy to dream of finding someone special


Waiting at the cottage door
Anticipating someone's arrival at your home is an exciting moment


Where two hearts become one
Two people can come together in love and create a deeper bond


Who could ask for anything more?
A loving relationship is truly fulfilling, and nothing else matters


Loving one who loves you
Loving someone who loves you back is a true blessing


And then taking that vow
Making a lifetime commitment is a beautiful expression of love


And if you get it, won't you tell me how?"
Finding true love and a fulfilling relationship can be challenging, and it would be wonderful to hear others' stories




Lyrics ยฉ Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin

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@StagFiesta

The fact they only showed stan and not the avatar makes it so much funnier.

@alexiskschermetzler2662

So true

@Waterbottle-nw5wj

AntlerWeasel but do u wonder what the avatar looked like doing jy

@zoidlloyd7736

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@emonicamcgriff5875

Exactly hahahah

@fitnesswolf1065

AntlerWeasel I know right

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Even though they're created by the same guy, American Dad is a whole other tone of comedy than Family Guy.

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Family Guy is like 1 good one for every 6 or 7 now. American Dad has never really fallen off imo

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@J K 100% Family Guy for years has just been rapidly declining in quality. I still watch it but itโ€™s just not that funny anymore, almost all the characters suck, character growth right out the window, and itโ€™s just now cheap entertainment for me.

American Dad while I have my complaints still has amazing characters that stayed MOSTLY consistent. They actually feel like a family and Stan and Francine and feel like a married couple, Steve and Hailey act like siblings, and Jeff and Roger are also really great characters. Iโ€™ll even throw Klaus in there. The stories are fun and itโ€™s just superior to Family Guy in every way

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