About the song
When it comes to the larger-than-life characters of country music, Toby Keith stands tall among them—not just for his booming voice and no-nonsense attitude, but also for the sharp wit and unfiltered honesty that runs through his songs. Released in 1998 as part of his Greatest Hits Volume One compilation, “Getcha Some” is a song that highlights exactly what makes Keith such a distinctive voice in the genre: humor, storytelling, and a sly nod to life’s more complicated truths.
At first glance, “Getcha Some” plays like a tongue-in-cheek anthem about the motivations behind the choices we make in life—money, love, and legacy. But beneath its playful surface lies a clever and relatable commentary on human nature. Toby walks us through a man’s journey, from chasing wealth to finding love, and eventually realizing he wants a child—not just for the joy of fatherhood, but because it gives him something that will outlive him. It’s funny, yes, but there’s an undeniable thread of sincerity in the song’s message: our desires may evolve, but we’re all searching for something meaningful, something lasting. Or, as Toby puts it, we’re all trying to getcha some.
Musically, the song leans into Keith’s signature blend of traditional country with a rock-influenced edge, featuring a crisp beat and twangy guitar that give it a lively, toe-tapping energy. But it’s the lyrics—half drawled, half spoken—that steal the show. Keith delivers them with a wink and a smirk, playing the everyman philosopher who sees through the gloss of modern life. There’s something refreshing about a song that doesn’t take itself too seriously, even as it touches on serious themes like ambition, love, and mortality.
For longtime fans, “Getcha Some” is a classic example of Toby Keith’s early work before he took on a more overtly patriotic persona in the 2000s. It’s playful, smart, and a little bit irreverent—which is exactly what makes it such a gem. Whether you’re listening for a laugh or a reminder of life’s ever-shifting priorities, this one’s got something for everyone.
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Lyrics
Well, boy meets girl and it’s a good bet
Girl’s gonna play a little hard to get
But they both got the same thing on their mind
Ain’t that the way that the world goes round?
Don’t it get you up and get you down?
It gets you walking around with a flashlight trying to find
Love
Ooh, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some
Ooh, gotta getcha some
Love
Then boy sees girl with another guy
What he wouldn’t give just to catch her eye?
‘Cause man, she is so hot
But you can’t compete with a superstar
He’s got a big old house and a little red car
And what need is the one thing you ain’t got
Money
Ooh, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some
Ooh, gotta getcha some
Money
Ooh, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some
Ooh, gotta getcha some
Yeah
Then God smiles down from up above
The money rolls in and they fall in love
From the outside looking in, it’s a dream come true
But as time goes by, something turns up missing
There’s not enough hugging and not enough kissing
Before too long, they better do what they gotta do
You know
Ooh, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some
Ooh, gotta getcha some
Babies
Ooh, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some, gotta getcha some
Ooh, gotta getcha some
Yeah
You know, curtain climbers, and rug rats, and tricycle motors
It don’t matter what you call ’em
You gotta have a whole house full of ’em
Ain’t nothing in the world like youngins
Getcha some
