Put Another Log On The Fire

Tompall Glaser's song 'Put Another Log On The Fire' is a satirical commentary on traditional gender roles and the expectations placed on women in a patriarchal society. The lyrics are delivered from the perspective of a man who demands various domestic tasks from his partner, such as cooking, cleaning, and mending clothes, while he remains passive and entitled. The exaggerated demands and the man's obliviousness to his partner's dissatisfaction highlight the absurdity of such expectations.

The song employs humor and irony to critique the outdated notion that a woman's primary role is to serve her male partner. Lines like 'Come on baby you can fill my pipe and then go fetch my slippers' and 'And come and tell me why you're leaving me' underscore the man's cluelessness about why his partner might be unhappy. This cluelessness is further emphasized by his belief that minor gestures, such as warning her when she's 'getting fat' or promising to take her fishing 'someday,' are sufficient expressions of love and appreciation.

Tompall Glaser, known for his contributions to the Outlaw Country movement, often used his music to challenge societal norms and conventions. 'Put Another Log On The Fire' fits within this tradition, using humor and satire to provoke thought and encourage listeners to question and critique the gender dynamics in their own relationships. The song's playful yet pointed lyrics serve as a reminder of the importance of mutual respect and equality in partnerships.