Lyrics
Yes, I'm sittin' here thinkin'
Contemplating and reflecting on thoughts.
Thinkin' about Miss Martha King
Reflecting specifically on someone named Miss Martha King.
Well, I'm sitin' here thinkin'
Reiteration of the introspective thinking.
Thinkin' about Miss Martha King
Continued focus on thoughts about Miss Martha King.
I'm in love with that woman
Expressing love for Miss Martha King.
I ain't afraid to call her name
Fearlessly acknowledging affection by openly calling her name.
Lord, I did everythin' for you
Addressing the listener (possibly Miss Martha King), stating that everything was done for them.
Done everything I could
Affirmation of putting in maximum effort.
Everything that I did, you know it didn't do me no good
Recognition that despite efforts, the outcome was not favorable.
Miss Martha King
Direct reference to Miss Martha King.
Do you think you're doin' me right?
Questioning the fairness or rightness of Miss Martha King's actions.
Know you go out everyday, darlin'
Acknowledging Miss Martha King's daily activities, possibly hinting at a sense of neglect or distance.
And you don't come home tonight
Expressing concern about Miss Martha King not coming home at night.
Done everything, babe
Reiteration of doing everything possible for the relationship.
Everything I could
Reaffirmation of exhaustive efforts without positive results.
Everything I did, you know
Stating that all efforts made did not lead to any benefits.
It didn't do me now good
Reiteration of the lack of success despite attempts.
Miss Martha King
Repeating the reference to Miss Martha King.
Do you think you're doin' me right?
Repeating the question about the fairness of Miss Martha King's actions.
Know you go out everyday, baby
Repeating the observation of Miss Martha King's daily activities and potential conflicts.
And still you want to fight
Highlighting continued struggles or conflicts despite the desire for harmony.
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