I Got It Bad
Heartfelt Longing: Unveiling the Emotion Behind Nina Simone's 'I Got It Bad'
Lyrics
My baby never treats me
My partner doesn't treat me
Sweet and gentle
In a kind, affectionate manner
The way he should
As he ought to
I got it bad and that ain't good
I am deeply affected by this situation
No, that ain't good
Indicating that it's not a favorable situation
My poor heart is sentimental
My heart is emotional and sensitive
Not made of wood
It's not unfeeling or indifferent
'Cause I've got it bad and that ain't good
Expressing the depth of distress I feel
And when the weekend's over
After the enjoyable time of the weekend
And Monday rolls around
Transitioning back to the start of the workweek
I end up like I start out
I find myself in the same emotional state
Just cryin' my heart out
Just as I did at the beginning, crying intensely
Lord above me
A plea to a higher power, seeking intervention
Make him love me
Requesting for the partner's affection
The way he should
As per the ideal or expected manner
The way he should
Emphasizing the desired way of love
Because I've got it so bad and that ain't good
Expressing the intensity of my distress
I got it bad and that ain't good
Reiteration of being deeply affected by the situation
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