What Am I Doing Hangin' 'Round
The Monkees · Original Album Series [2012]
Just a loudmouth yankee, I went down to Mexico
I didn't have much time to spend, about a week or so
There, I lightly took advantage of a girl who loved me so
But I found myself a'thinking, when the time had come to go
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
I should be on that train and gone
I should be riding on that train to San Antone
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
She took me to the garden just for a little walk
I didn't know much Spanish, and there was no time for talk
Then she told me that she loved me
Not with words, but with a kiss
And like a fool, I kept on thinking of a train I could not miss
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
I should be on that train and gone
I should be riding on that train to San Antone
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
Well, it's been a year or so
And I wanna go back again
And if I get the money, well I'll ride the same ol' train
But I guess your chances come but once
And boy, I sure missed mine
And still, I can't stop thinking when I hear some whistle cryin'
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
I should be on that train and gone
I should be riding on that train to San Antone
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
What am I doing hangin' 'round...
I didn't have much time to spend, about a week or so
There, I lightly took advantage of a girl who loved me so
But I found myself a'thinking, when the time had come to go
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
I should be on that train and gone
I should be riding on that train to San Antone
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
She took me to the garden just for a little walk
I didn't know much Spanish, and there was no time for talk
Then she told me that she loved me
Not with words, but with a kiss
And like a fool, I kept on thinking of a train I could not miss
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
I should be on that train and gone
I should be riding on that train to San Antone
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
Well, it's been a year or so
And I wanna go back again
And if I get the money, well I'll ride the same ol' train
But I guess your chances come but once
And boy, I sure missed mine
And still, I can't stop thinking when I hear some whistle cryin'
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
I should be on that train and gone
I should be riding on that train to San Antone
What am I doing hangin' 'round?
What am I doing hangin' 'round...
What Am I Doing Hangin' 'Round
Released on The Monkees' Original Album Series, this track exemplifies the group's signature blend of pop-rock and comedic storytelling. Written by Micky Dolenz and David Jones, the song features the band's characteristic harmonies and playful lyrics that often explore the absurdities of everyday life. As part of the 2012 reissue of their classic catalog, the recording captures the youthful energy and polished production typical of 1960s television musicals. The song remains a staple of the band's discography, showcasing their ability to balance catchy melodies with narrative humor that resonated with audiences of the era.

