Work to Do
The Average White Band Lyrics


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I'm taking care of business, woman can't you see
Got to make it for you, got to make it for me
Sometimes it might seem that I've neglected you
But I would love to spend more time
I've got so many things to do

Oh I, got work to do, I've got work, baby
Got work to do, I've got to give it
Got work to do, I've got work to do
Got work to do, got so much work, yeah yeah
I've been trying to make it, woman can't you see
Takes a lot of money to make it, let's talk truthfully
Keep your love light burning, and a little food hot in a plate
You might as well get use to me coming home a little late

'Cause I got work to do, I got work, baby
Got work to do, I've got to give
Got work to do, I got to work
Got work to do, got so much work, yeah yeah
Work, work, yeah, work, work
Work, work, yeah, work, work
I'm taking care of business, woman can't you see
I got to make it for you, got to make it for me
But sometimes it might seem that I've neglected you
But I'd love to spend more time, I got so many things to do

'Cause I got work to do, I got work, baby
Got work to do, I've got to give




Got work to do, I got to work
Got work to do, got so much work, yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

The Average White Band's "Work To Do" is a song about a man who is focused on his career and making a living to provide for himself and his partner. While he loves his partner and would like to spend more time with her, he explains that he has a lot of work to do in order to make ends meet. The song embodies the struggle that many people face when trying to balance their careers and personal lives.


The lyrics are sung with a sense of determination, and the repetition of the phrase "got work to do" reinforces the idea that the singer is committed to his job. He acknowledges that his partner may feel neglected at times, but he reassures her that he is working hard for their future.


Overall, "Work To Do" is a relatable song that speaks to the experiences of many people who are trying to navigate the demands of work and relationships. The message is ultimately one of hope, as the singer remains focused on his goals while also acknowledging the importance of his partner and their relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm taking care of business, woman can't you see
I am busy making a living for both of us, can't you understand?


Got to make it for you, got to make it for me
I need to earn enough money to support both of us.


Sometimes it might seem that I've neglected you
I apologize if it seems like I've been ignoring you, but I have a lot going on.


But I would love to spend more time
I wish I could spend more quality time with you.


I've got so many things to do
I have a lot of responsibilities and tasks to complete.


Oh I, got work to do, I've got work, baby
I have important tasks that need my attention, my dear.


Got work to do, I've got to give it
I have to put in the effort and work hard to accomplish my goals.


Got work to do, I've got work to do
I have a lot of tasks and responsibilities that require my attention.


Got work to do, got so much work, yeah yeah
I have a lot of work to do, more than I can handle sometimes.


I've been trying to make it, woman can't you see
I've been struggling and working hard to achieve success.


Takes a lot of money to make it, let's talk truthfully
The truth is that it takes a lot of money to be successful.


Keep your love light burning, and a little food hot in a plate
Please keep waiting for me and have a warm meal ready, I'll be home as soon as I can.


You might as well get use to me coming home a little late
I am sorry but I may have to work late in order to succeed.


'Cause I got work to do, I got work, baby
I have important tasks to complete, my love.


Got work to do, I've got to give
I must work hard to achieve my goals.


Got work to do, I got to work
I have many responsibilities and tasks to complete.


Got work to do, got so much work, yeah yeah
I have so many tasks and obligations that require my attention.


Work, work, yeah, work, work
There is a lot of work that needs to be done.


Work, work, yeah, work, work
Work, work, and more work is required.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'KELLY ISLEY, RONALD ISLEY, RUDOLPH ISLEY

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@MegaDeansy

Been going to see them since 1973 and just saw them last week at the Usher Hall in Edinburgh - AND THEG WERE BRILLIANT !. As every concert passes they just get better and better !

@larryjex6485

You couldn't get within a block of an early disco without hearing this, and 'Cut the Cake' filling the dance floor. I still use it as my work out music.

@kenneth-pc7mf

I was 21 in 1974.This album blew Me away!!! They definitely belong in the HOF.

@anthonys1959

No doubt in my mind This Band from Scotland should be in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. This Band who can Rock "Soul Train" should go in First Ballot. AWB did that. Truly one of the Greatest Bands Ever.

@anthonys1959

@Josh Field I have 13 likes. Someone is agreeing with me. My Shift key is working just fine.

@dwaynecrawford271

Even though the R&R HOF is total horseshit, you are absolutely correct

@barryfagin3371

Incredible....and Scottish

@vitesse_arnhem

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a scam, plain and simple.

@lauratompkins5006

Let's start a movement!!

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@atzamybomb

Bands today cannot compare. This is true music with true musicians...

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