“There Are Worse Things I Could Do” is a song written by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey for the musical Grease. It was famously performed by Stockard Channing in the 1978 movie version. The song is about a young woman who has been wronged by a man, but instead of seeking revenge, she chooses to take the high road and move on. It is an inspiring and empowering anthem for anyone who has been hurt in a relationship.
Overview of “There Are Worse Things I Could Do”
The song was originally released as part of the musical Grease in 1971. It is sung by the character Rizzo, a tough girl who is trying to come to terms with a broken relationship. She is determined to move on with her life, and so she sings: “I could start drinkin’, I could do a lot of things, but there are worse things I could do.” The message of the song is clear: no matter the hardships, it is always possible to choose the path of self-respect and dignity.
Full Lyrics of the Song
Verse 1:
I could start wearin’ daisy chains and singin’ love songs
I could be just like a child and run around with the other boys
I could get on a soapbox and make a lot of noise
But there are worse things I could do
Chorus:
Than to hurt you, than to lie to you, than to lose you
Oh, there are worse things I could do
Verse 2:
I could stay home every night and watch TV
I could go out and find somebody new
I could flirt with all the guys, smoke a cigarette or two
But there are worse things I could do
Chorus:
Than to hurt you, than to lie to you, than to lose you
Oh, there are worse things I could do
Verse 3:
I could stay in my room forever and never come out
I could wear a mask and hide behind a veil of doubt
I could hurt someone like he hurt me, and never shed a tear
But there are worse things I could do
Chorus:
Than to hurt you, than to lie to you, than to lose you
Oh, there are worse things I could do
Bridge:
I could turn my back on tomorrow and hide in sorrow
I could find someone to blame, and never face the shame
I could be so cold inside and never show a tear
But there are worse things I could do
Chorus:
Than to hurt you, than to lie to you, than to lose you
Oh, there are worse things I could do
“There Are Worse Things I Could Do” is a powerful reminder that we are all capable of making choices that are not only better for ourselves, but also for those around us. It is an inspiring and uplifting song that reminds us that no matter how hard things may seem, we can always choose to do the right thing.