Lyrics
They say there ain't no woman that a man can trust
Expresses skepticism about trusting women, possibly due to a perception that they use mystical or deceptive practices.
That they all use joo-joo, and goofy dust
Suggests a belief in the use of supernatural elements like "joo-joo" and "goofy dust" by women, implying a sense of caution or wariness.
But I don't argue baby
The speaker indicates a non-confrontational attitude, not arguing or making a fuss about the perceived untrustworthiness of women.
And I won't make no fuss
Reiterates the speaker's calm response to the distrust, maintaining a positive attitude despite the generalization about women.
'Cause I'm glad, glad, glad, I'm so glad baby
Expresses joy and gratitude for the positive impact the woman has had on the speaker's life, overcoming the initial skepticism.
That you put it on me
Highlights the positive influence of the woman, emphasizing that she has "put it on" the speaker, likely referring to a positive change or influence.
Oh, I had pretty women in every town
Acknowledges the speaker's history of relationships with attractive women in various locations.
And I played so hard when the sun went down
Describes a carefree and playful lifestyle, particularly during the nighttime.
Oh, but you stopped my partying
Indicates a shift in the speaker's behavior, suggesting that the woman has influenced the speaker to stop partying.
You stopped my partying when you came around baby
Attributes the change in the speaker's behavior to the presence of the woman, suggesting a significant impact on the speaker's lifestyle.
Mmmm and I'm so glad
Reiterates the speaker's joy and satisfaction with the positive change brought about by the woman's influence.
I'm so glad, I'm so glad, I'm so glad baby
Emphasizes the speaker's overwhelming happiness and contentment due to the woman "putting it on" him.
That you put it on me
Reiterates the appreciation for the woman's influence, expressing gratitude for the positive impact on the speaker's life.
If I hollered for help
Introduces a hypothetical scenario where the speaker needs help, possibly to highlight the woman's crucial role in the speaker's life.
The doctor would come
Suggests that even if the speaker were to seek professional help, the woman's influence would still be essential in the speaker's life.
If I asked for medicine
Implies a willingness to accept remedies or solutions, indicating trust in the woman's support.
You know he'd give me some
Further emphasizes the idea that the woman's influence is more significant than traditional forms of assistance.
But that wouldn't cure me baby
Dismisses the idea of conventional cures, suggesting that the real enjoyment comes from the woman's influence.
Oh, and you know that wouldn't be no fun
Reinforces the notion that the woman's impact is more enjoyable and fulfilling than standard forms of remedy.
So you just keep on, keep on mama
Encourages the woman to continue her positive influence, using the phrase "keep on" as a form of encouragement.
Oh, you just keep on puttin' it on me
Reiterates the encouragement for the woman to persist in her positive influence, using the term "puttin' it on me" to describe her impact.
Yes, just keep it up baby
Affirms the positive influence by urging the woman to continue "keeping it up."
Keep on puttin' it on me
Repeats the encouragement for the woman to persist in her positive influence using the phrase "puttin' it on me."
Keep it up
Reiterates the call for the woman to continue her positive impact with the phrase "keep it up."
Keep on, keep on baby
Concludes the song with a final encouragement for the woman to persist in her positive influence on the speaker's life.
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