I'm Tired Of Your Stuff
John Hiatt · Overcoats [1975]
You been slippin' around a bit
You been sayin' things that just don't fit
You been handin' me the same old line
About the proper place and the proper time
You been tellin' me a bunch of lies
I bet you thot that I was hypnotized
CHORUS:
Well, my eyes is wide open, and I can see
You been tryin' to make a fool of me
I'm gettin sick, I've had enough
I'm tired of your stuff
I know you think that you're a movie queen
Well, I'm fed up with all your Hollywood dreams
You're just an actress full of double talk
An angel's smile and a devil's walk
I know you think I can't walk out the door
But honey, I've seen this movie before
CHORUS
Now I'm tryin' to get some sleep, but I can't get no rest
You got my head all in a mess
I'd count the sheep, but they all leavin' town
And you're the wolf that run my dreams around
But, I'll be sleepin' for a month or two
Just as soon as I get rid of you
CHORUS
You been sayin' things that just don't fit
You been handin' me the same old line
About the proper place and the proper time
You been tellin' me a bunch of lies
I bet you thot that I was hypnotized
CHORUS:
Well, my eyes is wide open, and I can see
You been tryin' to make a fool of me
I'm gettin sick, I've had enough
I'm tired of your stuff
I know you think that you're a movie queen
Well, I'm fed up with all your Hollywood dreams
You're just an actress full of double talk
An angel's smile and a devil's walk
I know you think I can't walk out the door
But honey, I've seen this movie before
CHORUS
Now I'm tryin' to get some sleep, but I can't get no rest
You got my head all in a mess
I'd count the sheep, but they all leavin' town
And you're the wolf that run my dreams around
But, I'll be sleepin' for a month or two
Just as soon as I get rid of you
CHORUS
I'm Tired Of Your Stuff
John Hiatt's "I'm Tired Of Your Stuff" appears on the 1975 album *Overcoats*, a collection that showcases his signature blend of folk-rock and country storytelling. The track exemplifies Hiatt's ability to craft narratives grounded in everyday life, utilizing a straightforward acoustic arrangement that highlights his lyrical precision. Released during an era when singer-songwriters were reclaiming personal and regional voices, the recording reflects the raw, unpolished aesthetic characteristic of Hiatt's early work. It stands as a testament to his skill in blending traditional instrumentation with contemporary sensibilities, offering a glimpse into the musical landscape of mid-1970s American roots music.