What Have You Done For Me Lately
The Countdown Singers · Other Songs - The Countdown Singers
He stood me up again
Again?
Mmh mmh
Well what's up with this guy, do you really like him that much?
Yes, honey, I love him, he is fine, he does alot of nice things for me
I know he use to do nice stuff for you, but what has he done for you
lately?
Used to be a time when you would pamper me
Usta brag about it all the time
Your friends seem to think that you're so peachy keen
But my friends say neglect is on your mind - Who's right?
What have you done for me lately?
Ooh ooh ooh yeah
What have you done for me lately?
Ooh ooh ooh yeah
Used to go to dinner almost every night
Dancin' 'til I thought I'd lose my breath
Now it seems your dancing feet are always on my couch
Good thing I cook or else we'd starve to death - Ain't that a shame?
What have you done for me lately
Ooh ooh ooh yeah
What have you done for me lately
Ooh ooh ooh yeah
I never ask for more than I deserve
You know it's the truth
You seem to think you're God's gift to this earth
I'm tellin' you no way
You 'ought to be thankful for the little things
but little things are all you seem to give
You're always putting off what we could do today
Soap opera says
you've got one life to live
Who's right, who's wrong?
What have you done for me lately
Ooh ooh ooh yeah...
Ooh ooh ooh yeah...
Get wit it...Uh
What have you done for me lately Ooh ooh ooh yeah
Ooh ooh ooh yeah
This is wild, I swear
What Have You Done For Me Lately
Released in 1968 by The Countdown Singers, this track stands as a defining example of the British Invasion's soul-influenced pop sound. The song blends R&B harmonies with a driving, upbeat rhythm, capturing the era's shift toward more complex vocal arrangements and polished production. While often associated with the broader wave of American soul music dominating the charts, this recording showcases the UK's growing ability to produce high-quality, emotionally resonant pop records. Its catchy melody and relatable lyrics about romantic neglect made it an instant hit, contributing to the group's legacy as one of the most successful acts of the late 1960s. The song remains a staple of classic rock and roll collections, illustrating the genre's enduring appeal and the specific musical textures that characterized the mid-to-late 60s.