What'll You Do About Me

Randy Travis

About What'll You Do About Me

"What'll You Do About Me" is a country music song written by Dennis Linde. It was originally recorded in 1984 by McGuffey Lane and then by Steve Earle. It has also been recorded by Randy Travis on his 1988 album, Always & Forever, The Forester Sisters in 1992, and Doug Supernaw, the latter of whom took it to Top 20 on the Billboard country charts in early 1995.


Year:
1987
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All you wanted was a one night stand
The fire and the wine and the touch of a man
But fell in love and ruined all your plans
Now what'll you do about me

Imagine the faces on your high class friends
When I beat on the door and I beg to come in 
Screamin "Come On Love me again"
Now what'll you do about me

Well you can change your number 
You can change your name
You can ride like hell on the midnight train
That's alright Momma that's okay
But What'll you do about me

Picture your neighbors when you try to explain
That good ol' boy standin' out in the rain
With his nose on window pain
Now what'll you do about me

What in the world are you planning to do
When a man comes over 
Just to visit with you
And I'm on the porch with a 2'2
Lady what will you do about me

Well you can call youer lawyer 
You can call yeah 'cause
You can sound the alarm wake the neighbors up
Ain't no way to stop a man in love
Now what'll you do about me

All you wanted was a one night stand
The fire and the wine and the touch of a man
But fell in love and baby here I am
Now what'll you do about me

Well you can change your number 
You can change your name
You can ride like hell on the midnight train
That's alright Momma that's okay
Now What'll you do about me

Now what'll you do about me
Now what'll you do about me
Now what'll you do about me

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Randy Travis

Randy Travis (born May 4, 1959) is an American country music singer and actor. Since 1985, he has recorded 20 studio albums and charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and 16 of these were number one hits. Considered a pivotal figure in the history of country music, Travis broke through in the mid-1980s with the release of his album Storms of Life, which sold more than three million copies. The album established him as a major force in the Neotraditional country movement. Travis followed up his successful debut with a string of platinum and multi-platinum albums. more »

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Written by: DENNIS LINDE

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7 facts about this song

Writing & Original Release
"What'll You Do About Me" is a song written by Dennis Linde. Linde is a well-known American songwriter who has penned hits for many popular country artists. - It was originally recorded by the American country-rock band McGuffey Lane for their 1983 album "Aqua Dreams."
Multiple Covers
This song is unique for having been covered by multiple artists over the years, including Randy Travis and The Forester Sisters.
Randy Travis’s Version
Randy Travis, a famous country singer, covered "What'll You Do About Me" for his album "Full Circle" in 1996. - Travis's rendition did not chart on any official Billboard country charts.
The Forester Sisters' Version
The song was also covered by the country female band, The Forester Sisters, in 1989. - The Forester Sisters' version of "What'll You Do About Me" appeared on their album "Come Hold Me."
Chart Performance
Different versions of the song have had different degrees of commercial success. - While the original by McGuffey Lane didn't hold a significant chart position, the Forester Sisters' version reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Controversial Lyrics
The song's lyrics, which suggest a man refusing to accept the end of a relationship, have stirred controversy over the years. Critics have interpreted the song as a tale of stalking, which has been in conflict with its catchy, upbeat melody.
Other Covers
Other country musicians, including Steve Earle and Doug Supernaw, have also covered "What'll You Do About Me", further demonstrating the song's broad appeal within the genre.

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