Hard to Handle
Hard to Handle

Otis Redding - Hard to Handle Lyrics

In this soulful track, Otis Redding exudes confidence and charm as he pitches himself as an irresistible lover. The lyrics portray a man who is assertive in offering his love and companionship, suggesting that he possesses a unique quality that makes him… Read more

R&B/Soul
Oct 29, 2007
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Hard to Handle Music Video

Hard to Handle Lyrics

Baby
Here I am
I'm the man on the scene
I can give you what you want
But you got to go home with me
I forgot some good old lovin'
And I got some in store
When I get to throwin' it on you
You got to come back for more

Boys and things that come by the dozen
That ain't nothin' but drug store lovin'
Pretty little thing, let me light your candle
'Cause mama I'm sure hard to handle, now, gets around

Action speaks louder than words
And I'm a man with a great experience
I know you got you another man
But I can love you better than him
Take my hand, don't be afraid
I wanna prove every word I say
I'm advertisin' love for free
So, won't you place your ad with me

Boys will come a dime by the dozen
But that ain't nothin' but ten cent love
Pretty little thing, let me light your candle'
'Cause mama I'm sure hard to handle, now, gets around

Baby, here I am
I'm a man on the scene
I can give you what you want
Just come go home with me
I forgot some good old lovin'
And I got some in store
When I get through throwin' it on
You got to come back for more

Boy will come a dime by the dozen
But that ain't nothin' but drug store love
Pretty little thing, let me light your candle'
Cause mama I'm sure hard to handle, now, yes around

Give it to me
I got to have it
Give me some good 'ole lovin'
Some of your good lovin'

Writer(s): Otis Redding, Alvertis Isbell, Allen Alvoid Jr. Jones
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Hard to Handle?

In this soulful track, Otis Redding exudes confidence and charm as he pitches himself as an irresistible lover. The lyrics portray a man who is assertive in offering his love and companionship, suggesting that he possesses a unique quality that makes him "hard to handle." He contrasts himself with other men, claiming his love is superior, and confidently invites the object of his affection to take a chance on him. Throughout the song, Redding uses playful metaphors and bold declarations to emphasize his readiness and capability to fulfill romantic desires, making it an anthem of self-assured courtship.

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