The Pet Shop Boys' "What Have I Done to Deserve This?" is a classic '80s hit that's still beloved today. The song's lyrics are a darkly humorous take on a relationship gone wrong.

What Have I Done to Deserve This? Lyrics

Verse 1

In the dusk of the city, I see you standing there

With eyes that pierce through my soul, I know you'll be my downfall

You're the one who's got me wrapped around your finger

Your sweet words have me hypnotized, I can't escape your spell

Chorus

What have I done to deserve this?

What have I done to make you love me?

I know I'm not perfect, but I try

So why do you punish me?

Verse 2

You take me to the highest heights, then you let me fall

You keep me on the edge, never knowing what you're gonna do next

I'm so addicted to you, I can't break free

I keep coming back for more, even though I know you're gonna hurt me again

Chorus

What have I done to deserve this?

What have I done to make you love me?

I know I'm not perfect, but I try

So why do you punish me?

Bridge

I'm so tired of being treated like this

I'm not gonna take it anymore

I'm gonna stand up for myself

I'm gonna fight back

Chorus

What have I done to deserve this?

What have I done to make you love me?

I know I'm not perfect, but I try

So why do you punish me?

Outro

I'm not gonna let you control me anymore

I'm gonna take back my life

I'm gonna be free