Doing The Best For You
The Kinks · Other Songs - The Kinks
The unions,
They use you all you life,
You can take system and make believe
It will be alright,
They've taken the spirit of your life,
And given you a machine.
No wonder you feel so hard done by
Chorus
They're doing the best for you,
Well that's what they say,
I know what you're going through.
You travel alone,
The journey is long,
With only a name,
In search of a song.
You can blame it on the catholics,
The jews,
The blacks,
And the whites.
You can take any doctrine and surely waste
Another life.
Any way that you want it to be,
By popular demand
Any way but the way it should be.
Chorus
They're doing the best for you,
Well that's what they say,
I know what you're going through.
You travel alone,
The journey is long,
With only a name,
In search of a home.
The world is ruled by science and money,
That's all that exists.
How much longer must we live and die
For this.
Chorus
Doing the best for you,
Doing the best for you,
Doing the best for you.
You travel alone,
The journey is long,
From where do you come,
To where do you go.
Doing The Best For You
Doing The Best For You stands as a poignant song in The Kinks' extensive catalogue, showcasing the band's signature blend of melodic rock and introspective songwriting. While the track does not appear on one of their most celebrated studio albums, it reflects the consistent quality found throughout Ray Davies' body of work during this era. The recording captures the group's ability to weave complex emotional narratives into accessible pop structures, a hallmark that defined their influence on British rock. This song exemplifies the band's dedication to crafting songs that resonate with everyday experiences, maintaining the high standards of their discography. It remains a testament to their enduring legacy and the depth of their musical exploration beyond their biggest chart hits.