You Get What You Deserve

Unveiling Life's Justice: You Get What You Deserve by Big Star
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Lyrics

Try to understand what I'm going through

Expressing a desire for understanding regarding the speaker's current experiences or emotions.

And don't blame me for what folks will do

Asking not to be held responsible for the actions of others.

For some of us it's not a good time

Acknowledging that for some individuals, the present is challenging or difficult.

But you're going to get used to and you'd better resign yourself

Suggesting that despite the difficulties, acceptance is necessary, and adaptation will occur over time.


You get what you deserve

Stating the principle that individuals receive consequences or outcomes based on their actions or choices.

You ought to find out what it's worth

Encouraging self-reflection on one's actions and their inherent value.

And you've gotta have a lotta nerve

Emphasizing the need for courage or boldness in facing the consequences of one's actions.


You just do what pleases you

Advising to prioritize personal satisfaction and follow one's desires.

And go on and try out every move

Encouraging exploration and experimentation in various endeavors.

You're going to get place in the scene

Suggesting that one will gain recognition or prominence in a particular environment or context.

All god's orphans get face in the dream, now

Connecting individuals, perhaps in challenging situations, finding solace or recognition in dreams.


You get what you deserve

Reiterating the principle that outcomes are proportional to actions or behavior.

You ought to find out what it's worth

Encouraging the assessment of the worth or value of one's actions.

And you've gotta have a lotta nerve

Highlighting the importance of courage in facing the consequences, positive or negative.


Oh

Expression of emotion (Oh)


Too bad, such a drag, ow

Expressing regret or disappointment, possibly in a dramatic or burdensome way.

So much pain down the drain

Describing a situation as unfortunate or burdensome with associated pain.

And a lot of us ain't got many friends

Noting a lack of companionship or understanding among a significant number of individuals.


Try to understand what I'm going through

Repeating the desire for understanding in the face of the speaker's experiences.

And don't blame for what folks will do

Reiterating the request not to be blamed for the actions of others.

For some of us it's not a good time

Restating that the present is challenging for some individuals.

But you're going to get used to and you'd better resign yourself

Reiterating the inevitability of adaptation and acceptance over time.


You get what you deserve

Restating the principle that outcomes are a reflection of one's actions.

You ought to find out what it's worth

Encouraging the assessment of the value or worth of one's actions.

And you've gotta have a lotta nerve

Reiterating the importance of courage in facing the consequences of one's actions.

You get what you deserve

Repeating the idea that individuals receive outcomes in accordance with their actions.

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