Things I Do For You
Jackson 5 · Other Songs - Jackson 5
I give in to this, I give in to that
Every day it bothers me so
Am I in a bad situation
People taking me to the exteme
Am I being used
I just need a clue
I don't know which way to go
So I took my problems to a doctor
So he could check it out, he don't know
Took it to a palm reader so she could
Read my hand, she don't know
Five minutes later I started to understand
I started screaming, shouting, acting mad
No one could help me but myself
But I gave everything I had
Chorus:
It's things I do for you
In return do the same for me
It's things I do for you
In return do the same for me
Always wanting something for nothing
Especially what they don't deserve
Reaching in my pocket
I just got to stop it
Even though they got a lot of nerve
Am I in a bad situation
People taking me to the extreme
They don't use rejection
So I need protection
To keep my equity
So I took my problems to a doctor
So he could check it out, he don't know
Took it to a palm reader so she could
Read my hand, she don't know
Five minutes later I started to understand
I started screaming, shouting, acting mad
No one could help me but myself
But I gave everything I had
Chorus:
It's things I do for you
In return do the same for me
It's things I do for you
In return do the same for me
Things I Do For You
Released in 1983, "Things I Do For You" stands as a defining track in the Jackson 5's later career, marking a significant evolution from their earlier Motown sound to a polished, rock-infused pop style. The song features the band's signature harmonies layered over a driving rhythm section, showcasing their transition into adult contemporary territory while maintaining their signature group vocal arrangement. It served as a major commercial success, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming one of their most recognizable hits. The recording reflects the band's maturity during the early 1980s, blending danceable grooves with emotional depth that resonated with a broad audience. As a staple of their discography, the track remains a quintessential example of the group's ability to adapt their musical identity while preserving the familial bond that characterized their performances.