"The Right Thing That We Do" is a song performed by Engelbert Humperdinck, an English pop singer. The lyrics express the emotions and longing of a person whose heart has been broken by a loved one who has left them. The song starts by describing how no one believed the protagonist when their partner said goodbye, causing them heartbreak and tears. The protagonist recalls the moments when love entered their life, and their partner promised to love them in the same way they loved them. The chorus emphasizes the importance of doing the right thing, both for the person who left and for the protagonist. The protagonist urges their former partner to stop pretending and understand that their actions only lead to pain in the end. The protagonist holds on to hope, burning the candle every day and night, hoping that their partner will change their mind. They express their love and plead for understanding, stating that the right thing to do is in their partner's hands. The song repeats the importance of doing the right thing and emphasizes that there is still a place for the partner in the protagonist's heart if they choose to give their love and give their relationship another chance. Overall, "The Right Thing That We Do" portrays the heartache, longing, and plea for reconciliation from a protagonist who wants to rebuild their relationship with their former partner.
