Got To Get Myself Together
Otis Redding · 3 For 1 Box Set [2002]
She said I'll be coming home, boy, and I hope for the better
And you know that your mind it changes something like the weather
And I'll be coming home, boy, and I hope for the better
This is what she said
Dark clouds hanging over your head
Lightning and thunder
For every drop of rain that falls
I know you want to see your mama
I said, baby, I got to get myself together
'Cause you know my mind it changes something like the weather
And I'm going to be coming home, boy, and I hope for the better
This is what she said
It's raining and there is snow on the side
You got another woman by your side
You got to stop playing them tricks
You got to get that woman out there quick
Dark clouds hanging over your head
Lighting and thunder
For every drop of rain that falls
I know you want to see your mama
I said, baby, I got to get myself together
I said you know that my mind it changes something like the weather
This is what she said
I'll be coming home, boy, I hope for the better
This is what she said
I'm coming home,
Got To Get Myself Together
Otis Redding's 'Got To Get Myself Together' stands as a quintessential soul anthem, capturing the raw vulnerability and rhythmic drive that defined his mid-1960s catalog. Recorded during a period where Redding was pushing the boundaries of the soul genre, the track blends gospel-inflected harmonies with a driving, syncopated rhythm section that became a hallmark of his live performances. The song reflects a personal struggle with self-discipline and emotional control, delivered with a voice that balances gritty intensity with melodic grace. As part of his broader discography, this recording exemplifies the transition from the polished R&B of the early sixties to the more improvisational, emotionally charged style that would later define his legacy. It remains a staple in soul collections, showcasing Redding's ability to transform personal introspection into universal musical expression.