Discover the story of the song > Don T Do Me Any Favours – A Ha

The protagonist is talking to someone who offers to help him but doesn't want his help in return. He feels like this person always jumps to their own conclusions and doesn't leave room for anything else. The protagonist believes that this person only participates in things if they have something to lose. He doesn't want to be given credit or blamed for anything because he would rather be seen as someone who can stand up to this person, rather than someone who is controlled by them. Every time this person tries to be nice, it makes the protagonist feel sick. He would rather be without their help or favors.