About the song
Mac Davis, a versatile country music artist known for his songwriting, singing, and acting skills, penned “Baby Don’t Get Hooked on Me” as a cautionary tale about the dangers of love and addiction. This soulful and introspective song, released in 1972, became a hit single and a defining track for Davis’s career.
With his distinctive voice and heartfelt delivery, Davis explores the themes of love, addiction, and the consequences of unchecked desires. Through introspective lyrics and Davis’s emotive performance, listeners are invited to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.
The opening lines, “Baby, don’t get hooked on me, I’m a bad habit to break,” immediately establish the song’s central theme. The lyrics continue to explore the dangers of falling in love with someone who may not be good for you. The song’s refrain, “Baby, don’t get hooked on me,” serves as a warning and a plea for caution.
Throughout the song, Davis’s soulful vocals and the song’s melancholic melody create a captivating and immersive listening experience. The song’s ability to evoke a sense of empathy and compassion makes it a timeless classic.
“Baby Don’t Get Hooked on Me” is more than just a popular song; it is a cultural touchstone that has influenced countless artists and generations of music fans. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and soulful performance continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
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Lyrics
Girl, you’re gettin’ that look in your eyes
And it’s startin’ to worry me
I ain’t ready for no family ties
Nobody’s gonna hurry me
Just keep it friendly, girl
‘Cause I don’t wanna leave
Don’t start clingin’ to me, girl
‘Cause I can’t breathe
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
‘Cause I’ll just use you then I’ll set you free
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
Girl, you’re a hot-blooded woman, child
And it’s warm where you’re touchin’ me
But I can tell by your tremblin’ smile
You’re seein’ way too much in me
Girl, don’t let your life get tangled up with mine
‘Cause I’ll just leave you
I can’t take no clingin’ vine
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
‘Cause I’ll just use you then I’ll set you free
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
‘Cause I’ll just use you then I’ll set you free
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me
Baby, baby, don’t get hooked on me