If there’s something that needs fixing
I’m the man to see
Look me up, I’m listed
Just check under “B”
If you’re ever on the spot
Well, I’m good with my hands
24-7 I’m your handyman
Odd jobs, hard jobs, anything under the sun
Big jobs, small jobs, baby
I’d be a rich man, it’s true
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
These two hands know what to do
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
I could make a living out of lovin’ you
Until the work is finished
Well, I don’t get paid
I don’t mind getting dirty
That’s my middle name
I’m in the service business
So I understand
Call me 24-7, I’m your handyman
Odd jobs, hard jobs, anything under the sun
Big jobs, small jobs, baby
I’d be a rich man, it’s true
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
These two hands know what to do
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
Tough jobs, rough jobs, say where and when
I’ll leave you my card, call when you need me again
Odd jobs, hard jobs, baby
I’d be a rich man, it’s true
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
These two hands know what to do
If I could make a living out of lovin’ you
I’d be a rich man, it’s true
I could make a living out of lovin’ you
I’m a rich man
I could make a living out of lovin’ you
Handyman of the Heart: A Playful Take on Love
“I Could Make A Living Out Of Loving You” by Bon Jovi spins a clever metaphor, likening romance to the life of a handyman. The lyrics creatively weave together the language of odd jobs and skilled labor with the devotion the narrator feels for his partner. Bon Jovi’s protagonist offers his unwavering commitment, promising to fix, mend, and serve in every way imaginable. The refrain, “I’d be a rich man, it’s true, if I could make a living out of lovin’ you,” transforms heartfelt affection into a currency, suggesting that love, if it could be measured in material terms, would make him wealthy beyond imagination. This lighthearted and earnest approach underscores the idea that true wealth comes from giving love generously.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bon Jovi
- Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Desmond Child