I'm a Man
Steve Winwood; The Spencer Davis Group Lyrics

Well, my pad is very messy
My living space is disorganized and untidy.

And there's whiskers on my chin
I haven't shaved and have grown some facial hair.

And I'm all hung up on music
I'm obsessed with and focused on music.

And I always play to win
I'm always striving to be the best in my musical endeavors.

I ain't got no time for lovin'
I don't have time for romantic relationships.

'Cause my time is all used up
I'm busy with my music and can't devote time to a relationship.

Just to sit around creatin'
I spend my time creating music.

All that groovy kind of stuff
I create music that's cool and trendy.

But I'm a man, yes I am
Despite my focus on music, I'm still a man.

And I can't help
I can't control.

But love you so
My feelings for you are real and strong.

Well, if I had my choice of matter
If I could choose my ideal situation.

I would rather be with cats
I prefer being with other cool people.

All engrossed in mental chatter
Talking and thinking deeply about interesting topics.

Movin' where our minds are at
Going wherever our thoughts take us.

And relatin' to each other
Connecting with each other.

Just how strong our wills can be
Sharing our determination and drive.

I'm resisting all involvement
I'm avoiding romantic relationships.

With each groovy chick we see
With any cool girl we come across.

Well, I'm a man, yes I am
Even though I resist relationships, I'm still a man.

And I can't help
I can't control.

But love you so
I feel strongly for you.

I got to keep my image
I need to maintain my reputation.

While suspended from a throne
While in a position of power and influence.

That looks out upon a kingdom
That oversees a large group of people.

Full of people all unknown
Who I may not really know or care about.

Who imagine I'm not human
Who may see me as an image or persona, instead of a real person.

And my heart is made of stone
Who believe I'm cold and unfeeling.

I never had no problems
I've never had any major issues or difficulties.

And my toilet's trimmed with chrome
I have a luxurious and stylish lifestyle.

And I can't help
I can't control.

But love you so, no no
But I still have strong feelings for you.