The song If It Ain't One Thing (It's You) by Alan Jackson tells the story of a man who is having a series of unfortunate events happen to him, but ultimately realizes that it's because he's missing the person he loves. The lyrics describe various mishaps that occur throughout the day, from losing a newspaper to cutting his toe on a broken stormdoor. The chorus repeats the phrase "If it ain't one thing it's you," emphasizing the idea that his troubles are a result of missing his significant other. The second verse describes the frustration of trying to watch a movie that his partner dislikes, only to have the VCR eat the tape. He then hopes to enjoy a steak for dinner, but comes across the remnants of their wedding cake instead. Despite these setbacks, he can't stop thinking about his former love and admits that he didn't realize how much he needed them until they were gone. Overall, the song portrays a feeling of longing and desperation for a lost love. Despite the chaos of daily life, the ultimate source of frustration is missing the person who used to be by his side.
