I Just Don't Like This Kind of Livin'
Discontent in Love: George Jones' Reflections
Lyrics
I just don't like this kind of livin'
I find displeasure in the way of life I'm experiencing
I'm tired of doin' all the givin'
I'm weary of being the one who constantly gives in the relationship
I give my all and sit and yearn
I dedicate myself completely and wait in anticipation
And get no lovin' in return
Yet, I receive no love in return
And I just don't like this kind of livin'
I strongly dislike the current lifestyle I'm leading
Why do we stay together
Questioning the rationale for staying in this relationship
If we always fuss and fight?
Expressing frustration about constant arguments
You ain't never done to be wrong
Mutual blame with the assertion that neither is faultless
And I ain't never been right
Acknowledging personal flaws and mistakes
Tell me where you think we're goin'
Seeking insight into the future direction of the relationship
Cause I ain't got no way of knowin'
Expressing uncertainty due to a lack of knowledge
When things go wrong you go your way
When things go awry, you go your way, leaving me to suffer
You leave me here to pay and pay
Feeling the consequences of misfortune without support
And I just don't like this kind of livin'
Reiterating discontent with the current way of living
I just don't like the things you're doin'
Disapproval of the partner's actions and behavior
Your evil heart will be your ruin
Warning about the negative consequences of a malicious heart
When things start running smooth and free
When things are going well, you initiate conflict with me
You haul right off and you pick on me
Experiencing mistreatment during peaceful times
And I just don't like this way of livin'
Expressing dissatisfaction with the current way of living
They say the road of love is long
Describing the challenging and tumultuous nature of love
It's rocky and it's rough
Highlighting the difficulties faced in a romantic relationship
But if this road don't start to get smooth
If the relationship doesn't improve, I've endured it long enough
I've traveled it long enough
Expressing fatigue from enduring a troubled relationship
Why don't you act a little bit older
Suggesting maturity and advising to let go of resentment
And get that chip off of your shoulder
Urging to discard a negative attitude or grudge
Well I told you once now I'll tell you twice
Reiterating the need for respectful treatment
You better start to treatin' me nice
Emphasizing the importance of being treated with kindness
Cause I just don't like this kind of livin'
Reiterating the discontent with the current way of living
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