It's Your Thing
The Isley Brothers The Isley Brothers Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
If you want me to love you, maybe I will
Believe me woman, it ain't no big deal
You need love now, just as bad as I do
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
I'm not trying to run your life, I know you wanna do what's right
Give your love now, to whoever you choose
How can you lose, with the stuff you use now
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
Don't let me tell you, who to sock it to
It's your thing, I do what I wanna do
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
The Isley Brothers's song "It's Your Thing" sends a message of individualism and personal freedom. The lyrics encourage one to do what they want without external pressure or judgment. The central message is relayed by repeating the phrase "It's your thing, do what you wanna do" throughout the song. The singer highlights that they cannot dictate the actions of another and that they cannot tell someone who to love.
The song also suggests that love and intimacy are personal choices that should not be influenced by anyone else. The lyrics mention that the singer does not care who their partner gives their love to as long as they are happy. The line "How can you lose with the stuff you use now" also implies that what someone brings to a relationship makes them unique and valuable. The lyrics celebrate personal expression and urge listeners to embrace their individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
It's your thing, do what you wanna do
You have autonomy over your life and actions. Be true to yourself and pursue what you want.
I can't tell you, who to sock it to
I have no right to dictate or control your choices, especially as they relate to intimacy and relationships.
If you want me to love you, maybe I will
I am open to the possibility of loving you, but it depends on whether you truly want me to.
Believe me woman, it ain't no big deal
I assure you, it's not a problem or inconvenience for me to love you.
You need love now, just as bad as I do
We both have a desire and need for love in our lives.
Make's me no difference now, who you give your thing to
I genuinely don't care who you choose to give your love and affection to.
I'm not trying to run your life, I know you wanna do what's right
I'm not attempting to control or manipulate you. I trust that you will make the choices that are best for you.
Give your love now, to whoever you choose
Love freely and without reservation, directed towards whoever you feel is deserving.
How can you lose, with the stuff you use now
With the abundant love and passion you possess, how could you possibly go wrong?
Don't let me tell you, who to sock it to
You don't need my approval or guidance in deciding who to love and how to express that love.
It's your thing, I do what I wanna do
Just as you have the power to choose, so do I. We should both embrace our individuality and pursue our own desires.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'KELLY ISLEY, RONALD ISLEY, RUDOLPH ISLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@a.a.armstrong5326
For my Grandma Anna, who passed yesterday at 97, she loved the Isleys! She did her thing and she did what she wanted to do!
@maureeng.obrien9259
A QUEEN.
EXCELLENT!!!!
I LOVE HER!
AND YOU!
@red5158077
Yeah she did the old time timers had the jams and the style and good times
@rayharness8332
Your Gran knew the good stuff in life. My Dad went 19 years ago, always telling me, " turn that xxxx down". Never understood the problem myself!
@joylannetter2451
That's what I'm talking about!
Praise God for the longevity of Grandma and your having been able to enjoy her thoroughly before she transitioned!!
@howiekarpe4564
Bless her heart
@onlythemarkk
After watching that one movie
This song will haunt me forever
@bigfatdohnut
LMAO that scene was funny
@NateS917
@@bigfatdohnut "want me to be the hamburglar? Rabble rabble, rabble rabble
@bigfatdohnut
@@NateS917 IM FILLIN YOU!!