Johnny B Good
The Hitters Lyrics


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I got it bad, you don't know how bad I got it
You got it easy, you don't know when you've got it good
It's getting harder, just keeping life and soul together
I'm sick of fighting, even though I know I should

The cold is biting
Through each and every nerve and fiber
My broken spirit is frozen to the core
I don't want to be here no more

Wouldn't it be good to be in your shoes
Even if it was for just one day
And wouldn't it be good
If we could wish ourselves away

Wouldn't it be good to be on your side
The grass is always greener over there
And wouldn't it be good
If we could live without a care

You must be joking, you don't know a thing about it
You've got no problems, I'd stay right there if I were you
I got it harder, you couldn't dream how hard I got it
Stay out of my shoes if you know what's good for you

The heat is stifling
Burning me up from the inside
The sweat is coming through each and every pore

I don't want to be here no more
I don't want to be here no more
I don't want to be here no more

Wouldn't it be good to be in your shoes
Even if it was for just one day
And wouldn't it be good
If we could wish ourselves away

Wouldn't it be good to be on your side
The grass is always greener over there
And wouldn't it be good
If we could live without a care

I got it bad, you don't know how bad I got it
You got it easy, you don't know when you've got it good




It's getting harder, just keeping life and soul together
I'm sick of fighting, even though I know I should

Overall Meaning

The Hitters' song "Be Good to Me" speaks about the human tendency to compare one's own troubles with those of others. The singer acknowledges that their own life is difficult and they are struggling to hold themselves together. They envy the seemingly carefree life of someone else, and wish they could switch places even for a day. They express frustration with those who seem to underestimate their problems, telling them to stay out of their shoes if they don't know what they are going through. The metaphorical cold and heat represent the emotional turmoil within, with the singer feeling frozen to the core and burning up on the inside.


The song captures the universal feeling of being trapped in one's problems and desiring an escape from the mundane struggles of daily life. It reflects on the common tendency to compare oneself to others, where the grass often seems greener on the other side. The lyrics emphasize the need for empathy for others and the importance of acknowledging that everyone's problems are valid and worthy of attention. The song's lyrics are relatable, and the music itself is exhilarating, making it an anthem for anyone dealing with the complexities of life.


Line by Line Meaning

I got it bad, you don't know how bad I got it
I am experiencing a difficult situation that you cannot understand


You got it easy, you don't know when you've got it good
You have an easy life and do not appreciate the good things you have


It's getting harder, just keeping life and soul together
Maintaining my physical and emotional wellbeing is becoming more challenging


I'm sick of fighting, even though I know I should
I am tired of struggling, even though I understand that it is necessary


The cold is biting
The extreme low temperature is affecting me painfully


Through each and every nerve and fiber
The physical discomfort of the cold is affecting all aspects of my body


My broken spirit is frozen to the core
My emotional state is so low that it is also affected by the cold


I don't want to be here no more
I do not wish to continue in my current situation any longer


Wouldn't it be good to be in your shoes
It would be desirable to experience your life (which I perceive as easier)


Even if it was for just one day
Even if only for a brief moment in time


And wouldn't it be good
It would also be desirable


If we could wish ourselves away
If we could escape the difficulties of our current circumstances


Wouldn't it be good to be on your side
It would be desirable to be in your position


The grass is always greener over there
Things appear better in your life, from my perspective


And wouldn't it be good
It would also be desirable


If we could live without a care
If we could live without any worries or difficulties


You must be joking, you don't know a thing about it
You cannot understand my situation, and it is ridiculous to suggest you do


You've got no problems, I'd stay right there if I were you
Your life is free of difficulties; you should remain content in that


I got it harder, you couldn't dream how hard I got it
My situation is more difficult than you could possibly imagine


Stay out of my shoes if you know what's good for you
It would be in your best interest not to attempt to comprehend my situation


The heat is stifling
The extreme high temperature is affecting me uncomfortably


Burning me up from the inside
The heat is affecting me on a physical and emotional level


The sweat is coming through each and every pore
My body is physically reacting to the extreme heat




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nik Kershaw

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