The song "If You Can't Help Your Own" by Hank Williams III is about his upbringing in Arkansas, where he was raised by himself and had wealthy relatives who never bothered to call him. He expresses his disdain for people who are filled with greed and how he has nothing to say to them. He sings about being down to earth and understanding the hardships of life and how it feels to be in a bind just trying to survive. Hank Williams III also talks about his love for staying up all night and seeing the sunrise light up his life. The song also touches on the political situation in the country, and how the government is doing people wrong. He mentions how his poor granddad's farm was taken away from him by the government, and Williams III will never forgive them for doing that. Overall, "If You Can't Help Your Own" is a country song about the importance of helping others, especially those who cannot help themselves. The song highlights the values of compassion, empathy, and selflessness and is a reminder that one day, those who do not help others may find themselves alone.
