Treat Me Right
Statics Lyrics


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Searching for my place in this world
Getting lost over and over again
Casting lustrous pearls
Yet you protected my heart
You never let me stray too far
You knew I couldn't pull myself out
By the strength of my arms
(Chorus:)
You've got me right where you want me
You took me and put me in my place
You've got me right where you want me
And I never felt better

All of my words were profane
The only time I called Your Name I took it in vain
Yet You heard my cry, even though I lived a lie
You new that I would be Your servant
'Til the day that I die

(Chorus 3x)

You've got me right where you want me




You've got me right where you want me
You've got me right where you want me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Statics's song "Treat Me Right" speak to the theme of surrender and submission to a higher power. The song starts off with the singer expressing their search for their place in the world, constantly getting lost and facing challenges. However, despite these difficulties, the person they are addressing in the song has been a source of comfort and protection for them. This person has never let them stray too far or fall too deep, understanding that they couldn't do it alone. This could be interpreted as a reference to a spiritual or guiding force in the singer's life.


The chorus repeats the phrase "You've got me right where you want me," which can be seen as a metaphor for surrendering control and placing trust in this higher power. The singer acknowledges that this surrender has actually brought them a sense of contentment and fulfillment. They feel better and more at peace with themselves.


The second verse touches on the singer's past flaws and mistakes, admitting that their words were profane and they used the name of the person they're addressing in vain. Despite this, they believe that this higher power still heard their cry and accepted them, even when they were living a lie. There is a recognition that the relationship with this entity will continue until the day they die.


Overall, "Treat Me Right" explores the themes of surrender, finding comfort and protection in a higher power, and the transformative power of trust and submission.


Line by Line Meaning

Searching for my place in this world
Constantly seeking my purpose and where I belong


Getting lost over and over again
Repeating the cycle of feeling confused and directionless


Casting lustrous pearls
Offering my best and most valuable efforts


Yet you protected my heart
But you shielded me from harm and pain


You never let me stray too far
You prevented me from going astray or making big mistakes


You knew I couldn't pull myself out
You understood my limitations and inability to save myself


By the strength of my arms
Only relying on my own physical and personal strength


You've got me right where you want me
You have complete control over me, and I'm content with it


You took me and put me in my place
You guided me to where I truly belong and thrive


And I never felt better
And I've never felt more fulfilled or happier


All of my words were profane
All my utterances were disrespectful and offensive


The only time I called Your Name I took it in vain
The only time I mentioned your name, I did so without true reverence or sincerity


Yet You heard my cry, even though I lived a lie
Yet, despite my deceitful living, you listened to my pleas and prayers


You new that I would be Your servant
You were aware that I would dedicate myself as your servant


'Til the day that I die
Until the very end of my life


You've got me right where you want me
You have complete control over me, and I'm content with it


You've got me right where you want me
You have complete control over me, and I'm content with it


You've got me right where you want me
You have complete control over me, and I'm content with it




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