I like ribs, I like chicken
T-Bone steak gets my heart tickin'
But I need something on the side
Even when your main dish is something delicious
Get yourself a little something on the side
You ladies know, your 1-course supper
Isn't always a filler-upper
You need something on the side.
When your a la carte is just the start
Get yourself a little something on the side
I like cornbread, black-eyed beans
Sweet potatoes, collard greens
I need something on the side
When you're on a mission for some extra nutrition
Get yourself a little something on the side
Something on the side, a little gravy in the pot
Something on the side that's steaming hot
Something on the side that's warm and sweet
Something on the side, a little bread with your meat
If your main corse don't keep you satisfied
Get yourself a little something on the side.