Carly Pearce's poignant lyrics explore the aftermath of a failed relationship, focusing on the partner's shortcomings rather than explicit wrongdoings. The song underscores the importance of actions over intentions, highlighting how neglect and failure to meet emotional needs can be as damaging as overt mistakes. Through reflective verses, Pearce reveals that her ex-partner didn't treat her right, prioritize her, or fight for their love. She chooses to take the high road by not airing all his faults but emphasizes that his lack of effort and commitment led to their breakup. Ultimately, the song conveys a message about recognizing one's worth and the necessity of mutual respect and dedication in a relationship.
What He Didn't Do
Lyrics
Everybody's asking what the hell happened
Wonderin' why it all went wrong
Mama always said, "If you can't say something nice
Then don't say anything at all"
And I've got my side of the story and he's got his side, too
So I ain't gonna go and tell you what he did
But I'll tell you what he didn't do
Treat me right, put me first, be a man of his word
Stay home 'cause he wanted to
Always fight for my love, hold on tight like it's something
That he couldn't stand to lose
The devil's in the details, I won't tell the hell that he put me through
All I know is in the end, it wasn't what he did
No, it was what he didn't do
I'm already halfway over him and I ain't taking time to turn around
So I'ma take the high road, even though we both know
I could run him out of this town
That's just dirty laundry, I don't need to wear the truth
So I ain't gonna tell you everything he did
But I'll tell you what he didn't do
Treat me right, put me first, be a man of his word
Stay home 'cause he wanted to
Always fight for my love, hold on tight like it's something
That he couldn't stand to lose
The devil's in the details, I won't tell the hell that he put me through
All I know is in the end, it wasn't what he did
No, it was what he didn't do
I ain't met the right one yet but I know when I do
He'll treat me right, put me first, be a man of his word
Stay home 'cause he wanted to
Always fight for my love, hold on tight like it's something
That he can't stand to lose
The devil's in the details, I won't tell the hell that he put me through
All I know is in the end, it wasn't what he did
No, it was what he didn't do
And all I know is in the end, it wasn't what he did
No, it was what he didn't do
Writer(s): Ashley Glenn Gorley, Carly Pearce, Emily Shackleton
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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