Family Man
Hall And Oates · The Essential Daryl Hall & John Oates [2005]
She took her standard pose as she presented herself
She had sultry eyes, she made it perfectly plain that she was his
For a price
But he said "Leave me alone, I'm a family man
And my bark is much worse than my bite"
He said "Leave me alone, I'm a family man
But if you push me too far I just might"
She wore hurt surprise as she rechecked her make-up to protect herself
Dropped her price and pride she made it totally clear that she was his
For a night
She gave him her look, it would have worked on any other man around
He looked her up and down, she knew he couldn't decide if he should
Hold his ground
She turned, tossed her head unlike her opening move, her final exit line
He waited much too long but by the time he got his courage up she was gone
Then he screamed "Leave me alone, I'm a family man
And my bark is much worse than my bite"
He said "Leave me alone, I'm a family man
But if you push me too far, I just might
Family Man - Hall & Oates
Family Man stands as a quintessential example of the duo's signature blend of smooth R&B and polished rock, capturing the warmth of domestic life with infectious energy. Released on The Essential Daryl Hall & John Oates compilation, the track exemplifies their mastery of mid-tempo grooves that defined their career spanning decades. The song showcases their ability to weave personal narratives into universal themes of partnership and stability, delivered with the signature vocal interplay between Daryl Hall and John Oates. As a staple of their discography, it remains a defining moment in the soft rock and new wave landscape of the 1970s and 1980s, illustrating their enduring influence on contemporary pop music.