Sick and Tired
Frustration Unveiled: Tom Fogerty's 'Sick and Tired' Tale
Lyrics
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Expressing frustration and seeking a resolution from the partner.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Reiterating the question, emphasizing the need for a decision or change.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Conveying discontent with the current state of the relationship, expressing a desire for more commitment.
Wake up in the mornin' fix you somethin' to eat,
Describing a routine morning, highlighting efforts made for the partner's well-being.
'fore I go to work I even brush your teeth
Emphasizing care and attention given to the partner's needs, even before heading to work.
Get home in the evenin' and you're still in bed
Expressing disappointment at finding the partner still in bed upon returning home in the evening.
Got yourself a rag tied 'round you're head.
Painting a picture of the partner's disheveled state with a rag tied around the head, possibly indicating neglect.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Repeating the question from earlier, reinforcing the urgency for a response or action.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Reiterating dissatisfaction with the current state of the relationship, expressing a desire for change.
I'm tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
Issuing a warning to the partner, indicating the need for behavioral change.
I'm tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Emphasizing the seriousness of the previous statement, reinforcing the necessity for change.
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
Stating that it's the last warning to stop undesirable behavior, setting a clear boundary.
Gonna find yourself outside
Threatening consequences if the partner doesn't heed the warnings, suggesting a potential separation.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Repeating the question, underscoring the urgency and impatience with the current situation.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Reiterating dissatisfaction with the relationship, emphasizing the need for a change in behavior.
Last time tellin' you baby you'd better change your ways
Issuing a final warning, stressing the critical nature of the partner's actions for the last time.
Last time tellin' you baby I mean what I say
Reaffirming the seriousness of the previous statement, emphasizing sincerity.
Last time tellin you to stop that jive
Repeating the final warning, indicating that the partner must cease negative behavior.
Gonna find yourself outside
Reiterating the potential consequence of separation if the partner doesn't change.
Oh baby, whatcha gonna do
Posing the question again, seeking a resolution to the ongoing issues in the relationship.
I'm sick and tired of foolin' around with you
Restating dissatisfaction with the current state of the relationship, expressing a desire for improvement.
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