Whatcha Gonna Do About It
The Litter Lyrics


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I want you to know that I love you, baby.
Want you to know that I care.
I'm so happy when you're around me
But I'm sad when you're not there.

Sing!
Whatcha gonna do about it, my baby?
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?

I want you to give your sweet cheek kisses,
Want you to hold me tight.
I want to come when if I call you,
And let me walk you home at night.

Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?

I want you to know that I love you, baby.
I said it before but I care.
I'm so happy when you're around me
But I'm sad when you're not there.

Here me come again!
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?

Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?




Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna do about it?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Litter's song "Whatcha Gonna Do About It" express a young man's feelings for his girlfriend. He makes it clear that he loves and cares for her and that he is happiest when she is around. However, he also expresses his sadness when she is not with him. He sings about wanting to give her sweet cheek kisses, holding her tightly in his arms, and being able to call on her whenever he needs her. The chorus of the song repeatedly asks the question "Whatcha gonna do about it?" which could be interpreted as a challenge to his girlfriend to prove her love for him or as a way of expressing his own frustration at being unable to fully express his feelings.


The lyrics of this song capture the innocent, yet intense, emotions of youth, with the young man being completely enamored with his girlfriend and hoping to build a life around her. The lyrics also showcase a sense of desire for physical intimacy, but not in a crude or inappropriate way.


Interestingly, the song was actually a cover of a popular British song by the same name, originally performed by the band The Small Faces. The Litter's version features a more American rock sound with stronger guitar riffs and a faster tempo. It was released in 1967 and became a hit in the United States, reaching the top 40 on the Billboard charts.


Line by Line Meaning

I want you to know that I love you, baby.
I want to express my feelings of love towards you, my dear.


Want you to know that I care.
I want you to recognize that I cherish and have concern for you.


I'm so happy when you're around me
Your presence brings me joy and happiness.


But I'm sad when you're not there.
Your absence causes me to feel down and unhappy.


Whatcha gonna do about it, my baby?
What actions will you take to respond to my feelings and desires, my love?


I want you to give your sweet cheek kisses,
I desire the affectionate act of you kissing me on the cheek.


Want you to hold me tight.
I yearn to feel your supportive and loving embrace.


I want to come when if I call you,
I hope to have the reassurance that when I reach out to you, you will respond.


And let me walk you home at night.
I would be honored to accompany and protect you as you make your way home in the evening.


Here me come again!
I am expressing myself and my desires once more!


Whatcha gonna do about it?
What will be your response or action towards what I have expressed?


Whatcha gonna do about it?
Once more, what shall you do in response to my words?


Whatcha gonna do about it?
I implore you to act and respond to what I have expressed.


Whatcha gonna do about it?
I ask once more, what will you do about what I have conveyed?




Writer(s): Brian August Potter, Ian Ralph Samwell

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eoj2495

Great guitar break around 1:34

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They did a good job on ‘Codine’ too!

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