The Beatles
You're Gonna Lose That Girl Lyrics
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(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
If you don't take her out tonight
She's gonna change her mind
(She's gonna change her mind)
And I will treat her kind
(I'm gonna treat her kind)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
If you don't treat her right, my friend
You're gonna find her gone
(You're gonna find her gone)
'Cos I will treat her right and then
You'll be the lonely one
(You're not the only one)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna loo
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
I'll make a point of taking her away from you
(Watch what you do) yeah
The way you treat her, what else can I do?
(You're gonna lose that girl)
(You're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna loo
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
I'll make a point of taking her away from you
(Watch what you do) yeah
The way you treat her, what else can I do?
If you don't take her out tonight
She's gonna change her mind
(She's gonna change her mind)
And I will take her out tonight
And I will treat her kind
(I'm gonna treat her kind)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
You're gonna lose that girl
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
The lyrics of "You're Gonna Lose That Girl" by The Beatles are directed towards a man who is not treating his girlfriend right. The song serves as a warning that if the man continues to neglect or mistreat his girlfriend, he will lose her to someone else who will treat her better. The lyrics are a series of warnings and ultimatums that express the singer's determination to take the woman away from the man if he does not change his ways.
The repeated phrase "You're gonna lose that girl" serves as a warning and a statement of intention, indicating that the man will lose his girlfriend if he does not treat her better. The lines "If you don't take her out tonight, she's gonna change her mind" and "If you don't treat her right, my friend, you're gonna find her gone" both serve as direct warnings that the man needs to take action quickly to save his relationship. The phrase "I'll make a point of taking her away from you" is a direct threat from the singer that they will actively pursue the woman if the man does not change his ways.
Overall, the song offers a powerful message about the importance of treating others with kindness and respect in relationships, and serves as a warning to those who neglect or mistreat their partners that they may lose them to someone else who will treat them better.
Line by Line Meaning
You're gonna lose that girl
If you don't take action, your relationship with this girl is going to fade away and she'll move on from you.
(Yes, yes, you're gonna lose that girl)
This is an important point to remember, so it's being emphasized multiple times throughout the song.
If you don't take her out tonight
If you don't spend time with her and show her a good time tonight, she'll start to rethink your relationship.
She's gonna change her mind
If you don't put effort into the relationship, she'll start to feel differently about it.
(She's gonna change her mind)
This is a warning that things can change quickly if you don't take action.
And I will take her out tonight
The singer is suggesting that since the other person isn't putting in the effort, they will step in and take care of the girl.
And I will treat her kind
The singer will be sure to show the girl the respect and kindness that she deserves.
(I'm gonna treat her kind)
This is a promise that the singer is making to the girl and to the listener - that he will be a better partner.
If you don't treat her right, my friend
If you continue to take her for granted and not treat her with respect, you will pay the consequences.
You're gonna find her gone
She will leave you because she deserves to be treated better.
('You're gonna find her gone)
This is an ominous warning of what's to come if changes aren't made.
'Cos I will treat her right and then
The singer is confident that if he's given the chance, he will be the partner that the girl deserves.
You'll be the lonely one
If you lose this girl, you'll be the one who is left alone.
('You're not the only one)
There are others out there who would treat her better than you are.
I'll make a point of taking her away from you
The singer is willing to step in and be the one who treats the girl the way she deserves.
(Watch what you do) yeah
This line is a warning to the other person that they need to change their ways or risk losing the girl.
The way you treat her, what else can I do?
If you continue to treat her poorly, the singer feels that he has no choice but to step in and show her the love and respect she deserves.
Contributed by Luke K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.