Story Behind The Song
A song written in the 90s about one man's reaction to a woman attracted to a bad dude.
Song Description
Politically incorrect song about women's attraction to "bad boys"
| Song Length |
3:31 |
Genre |
Country - Traditional, Country - Cowboy |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Irritated, Cross |
Subject |
Anger, Heartbreak |
| Similar Artists |
George Strait, Clint Black |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
The Abuse
You fell in love with a cowboy
He was a very bad man
I tried to warn about playing a longshot
But you didn't understand
You acted like so many women
You disappointed me
A cold hearted gambler
That sweet talking rambler
I guess he's your destiny
Chorus:
Whatcha gonna do when he loses his cool
Starts putting you down
You feel like a fool
Do you just turn around
And stand by his side?
Whatcha gonna do when the going gets tough
Stand up and cut yourself loose?
I don't think so
You just love the abuse
I heard you're back with that cowboy
But you're still ringing my phone
I ain't your mister
Sorority sister
Why don't you leave me alone?
I like my neighborhood bar babe
That's where the cowboys stay true
Sure comes in handy
My favorite brandy
Girl that drink's sweeter than you
Whatcha gonna do when he loses his cool
Starts putting you down
You feel like a fool
Do you just turn around
And stand by his side?
Whatcha gonna do when the going gets tough
Stand up and cut yourself loose?
I don't think so
You just love the abuse
The jury is out
They're deciding your fate
But you think you'll make a new start
The verdict is in
You can run all you want
You're still guilty of crimes of the heart
Instrumental
Whatcha gonna do when he loses his cool
Starts putting you down
You feel like a fool
Do you just turn around
And stand by his side?
Whatcha gonna do when the going gets tough
Stand up and cut yourself loose?
I don't think so
You just love the abuse
I don't think so
You just love the abuse