Lyrics
They say it takes two to tango
Referencing the saying that it takes two people to create a situation, likely referring to parenthood or a relationship.
But I'll never understand where you go
The speaker doesn't understand the absenteeism of the addressed person.
When you bury your head deep in the sand
Metaphorically describing the addressed person's avoidance of facing problems or issues.
Does it make you feel more like a man?
Questioning whether avoiding responsibilities makes the person feel more masculine.
Guess it's easier than facing reality
Implying that avoiding reality might be simpler for the person.
Must be nice not to have any responsibility
Observing that the person seems to have no obligations or duties.
When your baby mamas take care of everything
Noting that the burden of care for their children falls on others, likely the mothers.
We dodged a bullet with you, yeah, my baby and me
Expressing relief at having avoided a negative outcome by not being with this person.
'Cause you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
Reiterating and emphasizing that the addressed person is a negligent father and should not approach.
Said you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-Yeah, you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-If you're a deadbeat daddy, don't you come around!
-I betcha own daddy wasn't there for you
Suggesting that the absentee father's own father may have been absent, drawing a parallel.
It must be so hard living with the guilt of your truth
Implying that the person carries guilt for their actions or absence.
See, there's babies runnin' 'round lookin' just like you
Noting that there are children resembling the absentee father, implying he may not be involved in their lives.
Can't keep a job to save your life, what a pathetic fool
Criticizing the person for being unable to hold a job and deeming them foolish.
How can a pretty flower grow from a weed like you?
Questioning how something positive (a flower) could come from someone perceived negatively (a weed).
You spread your seeds with no regard for the love they need to bloom.
Criticizing the person for not caring about the emotional support their children need to thrive.
We're sleeping cozy at night, can't say the same about you
Highlighting the contrast between the speaker's stable situation and the absent father's presumably unsettled life.
Don't get it twisted, no one's missin' you!
Asserting that nobody misses the absentee father, implying insignificance.
'Cause you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
Reiterating the sentiment that the addressed person is an absent father and should not return.
Said you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-Yeah, you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-If you're a deadbeat daddy, don't you come around!
-What's a mama to do with a baby daddy like you?
Expressing frustration at the challenges faced by the mother due to the father's negligence and questioning the father's understanding of these difficulties.
A low down good-for-nothing daddy like you?
-You think these babies feed themselves?
-Put yourself in my shoes!
-Mama's gotta work twice as hard as you do
Stating that the mother has to work doubly hard compared to the father's efforts.
'Cause you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
Continuing to emphasize the absenteeism and lack of responsibility of the father.
Said you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-Yeah, you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-If you're a deadbeat daddy, don't you come around!
-'Cause you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
Reiterating the message that the father's absence is not welcomed or accepted.
Said you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-You're just a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-If you're a deadbeat daddy, don't you come around!
-Oh oh said you're a deadbeat daddy!
Reiterating the label of "deadbeat daddy."
'Cause you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
Repeating the warning for the absentee father to stay away.
Said you're a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-You're just a deadbeat daddy (deadbeat daddy)
-If you're a deadbeat daddy, don't you come around!
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