That's The Way You Get
Jackson 5 · Other Songs - Jackson 5
JACK'S NOT HAPPY WITH HIS LIFE
HE WANTS TO DO THIS
HE WANTS TO THAT
YOU WANT TO BE KIND BUT ENDS UP FLAT FOR LOVE
FOR LOVE
(CHORUS)
HE TRIES SO HARD TO GIVE A LOT
HE WANTS TO BE WHAT HE IS NOT
BUT LOVE'S NOT HARSH AND LOVE'S NOT BAD
SO WHAT'S HE DOING FOR LOVE IS SO SAD
HE WANTS TO BE SO BAD
HE WANTS TO BE SO BAD
ALL THE TIME GETTING IN
THINGS HE CAN'T GET OUT
SOMETHING DEEP INSIDE OF HIM
EATIN' UP THE PRIDE OF HIM
THAT MAKES HIM BUY THINGS FOR THE GIRLS
THAT'S WHAT YOU GET FOR BEING POLITE
FOR BEING POLITE
JACK STILL SITS ALL ALONE
HE LIVES THE WORLD THAT IS HIS OWN
HE'S LOST IN THOUGHT OF WHO TO BE
I WISH TO GOD THAT HE WOULD SEE JUST LOVE
GIVE HIM LOVE
CHORUS
(JACK STILL)TRYIN' TO MAKE YOU HAPPY BUT
(JACK STILL)TRYIN' TO MAKE YOU HAPPY BUT
(JACK STILL)TRYIN'TO MAKE YOU HAPPY BUT IT'S LOVE, BUT IT'S LOVE
(JACK STILL)TRYIN' TO MAKE YOU, BUT DON'T YOU KNOW HE CRIES
(JACK STILL)DON'T YOU KNOW HE'S SCARED
(JACK STILL)IT'S OFTEN FOR HIS LOVE
IT'S FOR HIS LOVE
DON'T YOU KNOW HE OFTEN CRIES ABOUT YOU
HE CRIES ABOUT ME
HE CRIES ABOUT YOU (YOU) AND ME (AND ME)
AND EVERY LITTLE THING THAT'S IN HIS WAY
HE CRIES ABOUT ME
HE CRIES ABOUT YOU (YOU) AND ME (AND ME)
HE KNOWS HE DESERVES TO CRY
CHORUS
That's The Way You Get
Released by The Jackson 5 in the mid-1970s, "That's The Way You Get" stands as a quintessential example of their polished pop sound during their final years as a group. The track features the signature harmonies and rhythmic drive that defined their catalog, blending upbeat danceable beats with catchy, melodic hooks characteristic of their era. While often associated with their earlier hits, this recording reflects the group's continued ability to craft accessible, radio-friendly material that appealed to a broad audience. It serves as a testament to their mastery of production and vocal arrangement, capturing the essence of their musical legacy without the overtly sexual themes found in some of their earlier work. The song remains a staple of their discography, showcasing their transition into a more mature yet still youthful musical style.