What I Want
The Blue Dogs Lyrics

I want my own reputation
The singer desires to be known for their own accomplishments and characteristics, rather than relying on the reputation of others.

I can't believe that I don't
The singer is surprised that they haven't yet established their own reputation, despite their desires.

I can't stand this ugly situation
The singer dislikes the current state they are in, where they are not recognized for who they are individually.

I just want what I want
The artist is determined to get what they desire, regardless of any obstacles in their way.

I want to be just like my daddy
The artist admires their father and seeks to emulate them in various ways.

Then I could drive anything
The singer believes that if they were like their father, they would have more opportunities and resources available to them.

I could take my own self fishin'
The singer imagines how satisfying it would be to have the independence and freedom to go fishing on their own.

Oh what a joy that would bring
The artist is excited by the possibility of having the power and resources that they envision.

I just want to be where everybody knows my name
The artist desires to be recognized and celebrated by others for their own achievements and characteristics, rather than being known only through their connections to others.

I got to find a girl just like my mama
The artist hopes to find a woman who embodies the same qualities and characteristics as their mother.

Then I won't never burn the toast
The singer believes that finding a woman like their mother would help them avoid making mistakes or mishaps in daily life.

When I find her I'll introduce her to my family
The artist plans to take pride in introducing their significant other to their family, as a way of showcasing their good taste and judgment.

We'll see who they 'ppreciate the most
The singer anticipates a sense of competition within their family, as they vie for the approval and admiration of the new arrival.

I just wanna be where everyone knows my name
The singer reiterates their desire for recognition and individuality, and for being known by others for their own contributions and characteristics.

I can't understand my little brother
The singer is perplexed by their sibling's behavior or attitudes.

He don't like to see my magazines
The artist is frustrated that their brother doesn't show interest in the same things that they do, and is unwilling to share in their experiences or interests.

He always cries for mama when we wrestle
The artist finds their brother annoying or weak, given that they are unable to deal with physical conflict independently.

He's been more like a sister to me
The singer is disappointed by their brother's lack of masculinity or toughness, and feels that they have more in common with a female sibling than with their younger brother.

I don't like my own reputation
The singer has realized that their current reputation is not desirable or satisfying, and seeks to change it.

If you ask I'm gonna tell you the same
The artist is being honest and forthright about their desire to change their image and become more individualized and respected.

I got to change this bad situation
The artist recognizes that they need to make changes in order to achieve the recognition and respect that they crave.

I want to be where everybody knows my name
The artist repeats their desire for individual recognition and distinction, rather than being known only through their connections to others.