Am a do, ooh
You got to pay your dues ooh
I’m do you baby oh
And I’m a do you too ooh (one more time)
You got to pay your dues
And I’m a do you
(Hey woman)
You’ve got your love
And I’ve got mine
And then we put them together
‘Cause they gonna work so fine
Still ya bap a woman I got you on my mind
And I’ve get it with you again, now woman
And I’ve got to do it with you again, got to say
(Do it with your bad self) Come on home today
(Do it with your bad self) I wanna do it with my bad self
(Do it with your bad self) Are you tellin’ me to do it
(Do it with your bad self) Thank you woman
‘Cause every man needs a woman
Every woman, every woman needs her man
Closer together they would be
Sharing a world so free
And though we’re far apart
You’re still in my
Still ya bap you’re in the bottom of my heart
And I’ve got to do it with you again
Say I’ve got to do it with you again, oh
(Do it with your bad self) Thank you baby
(Do it with your bad self) Say woman
(Do it with your bad self) Gibe me in the mood
(Do it with your bad self) Let me feel rude
Every man needs a woman
Every woman, needs her man, oh
Closer together they would be
Sharing a world so free
And though we’re far apart
You’re still in my
Still ya bap you’re in the middle of my heart
And I’ve got to do it with you again
Say I’ve got to do it with you again, tell me
(Do it with your bad self) Invite me home
(Do it with your bad self) Oh baby
(Do it with your bad self) Hey I wanna
(Do it with your bad self) Do it with your bad self
(Do it with your bad self) Hey baby
(Do it with your bad self) That’s nice of you to tell me
(Do it with your bad self) Do it with my bad self
(Do it with your bad self) Do it with my bad self
(Do it with your bad self) I’ve been locked away from
(Do it with your bad self) Locked away from doin’ it
(Do it with your bad self) Do it with my bad self
Exploring the Groove and Meaning of “Am-A-Do”
“Am-A-Do” by Bob Marley encapsulates the easygoing yet deeply connected spirit of reggae. The track revolves around themes of love, partnership, and the give-and-take inherent in relationships. Marley’s signature warmth shines through as he emphasizes the importance of mutual affection—”You got to pay your dues”—and the joy of sharing life with a loved one. The repeated phrase, “Do it with your bad self,” injects a playful, empowering energy, encouraging both partners to embrace their individuality and passion. Despite the physical or emotional distance alluded to in the lyrics, the song maintains an uplifting message about unity and longing, highlighting how love persists regardless of separation.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bob Marley
- Songwriters: Bob Marley