"He Ain't Give You None" is a song by the Jerry Garcia Band, originally written and recorded by Van Morrison. The lyrics of this song speak to the love and devotion the narrator has for a young girl. The song begins with the narrator expressing his willingness to give his life for her if he knew she would love him in return. The next stanza compares the narrator's actions to those of the girl's father. He claims to have done more for her than her own father ever has, emphasizing the depth of his commitment to her. He offers his heart and soul to her, suggesting that her father has not given her the same level of love and support. The chorus raises questions about the girl's loyalty. The narrator wonders if she will let him stand alone and if she will continue seeing him behind her father's back, as they secretly met early in the morning. The song then advises the girl not to go down Broadway Street, cautioning her against the heartaches she may experience with the type of guy she plans to meet there. The chorus is repeated once again, highlighting the narrator's claim of doing more for the girl than her father ever has. The song ultimately emphasizes the narrator's deep love for her and his desire for her to reciprocate that love. Overall, "He Ain't Give You None" portrays a story of unrequited love and the vulnerability of the narrator's emotions.
