The song "What's a Man to Do" by Vince Gill is about a man who is stuck in a difficult situation where his partner is being unfaithful to him. The lyrics describe the narrator's pain and confusion as he witnesses his partner being with someone else. The song opens with the narrator expressing his sadness and frustration over the fact that his tears haven't even dried yet, but his partner is already moving on with another person. Despite knowing that she is lying and being unfaithful, she continues to be with this other man. The narrator questions what he should do in this situation. He wonders if he should take a stand and confront his partner or if he should simply walk away from her forever. However, he admits that he has never been alone before, except for when his partner is out with this other man. Despite being aware that it's wrong, the narrator finds himself unable to let go and still being emotionally attached to his partner. He feels trapped and keeps holding on to the hope that things will somehow change. Ultimately, the song portrays the pain, confusion, and helplessness experienced by the narrator as he grapples with the betrayal and struggle of letting go. He wishes for guidance and understanding of what he should do in such a difficult situation.
