Mysterious Vibes
The Blackbyrds Lyrics
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Leaning On The Day's Parade
(alexander/naydock)
He'd eat at kfc, wore "sally" clothes and smelled like turpentine
Talked a lot about his art with a spitting image of ernest borgnine
They found him dead the other day
Out where the punks and school kids play
And i'm here in the shade
Leaning on the day's parade
Leaning on the day's parade
Kid spilled some mercury he stole from school inside his school
Covered his ass he thought, the school director's in his gene pool
But he got too much on his hands
The organ donor list expands
And i'm here in the shade
Leaning on the day's parade
Leaning on the day's parade
I never thought it wise
To wish for anyone's demise
Every face a mother'd kiss
Every gesture's hit or miss
And i'm here in the shade
Leaning on the day's parade
Leaning on the day's parade
The Blackbyrds' song "Mysterious Vibes" is full of mysticism and mystery. The opening line states, "Mysterious vibes, that's what I get from you." The lyrics speak of an unexplainable connection and attraction that the singer feels towards someone else. The singer believes that this person has a special gift or power, as they are able to put him under a spell with just a look or a touch. However, the singer also feels a sense of unease and danger around this person, indicating that their connection may not be entirely positive or healthy.
The second verse speaks of the singer's attempts to resist this person's enchantment. He tries to stay away from them and break free of their hold on him, but ultimately finds himself unable to resist their mysterious allure. The song's closing lines are a plea for understanding and guidance, as the singer seeks to understand the mysteries and complexities of love and attraction.
Overall, "Mysterious Vibes" is a song that speaks to the universal experience of being drawn to someone or something that is both alluring and unsettling. It explores the notion of attraction as a mystical force that can both inspire and torment us.
Line by Line Meaning
He'd eat at kfc, wore "sally" clothes and smelled like turpentine
He had an unconventional appearance and a habit of eating at fast food restaurants while having a distinctive odor of turpentine. He often discussed his art, resembling the actor Ernest Borgnine.
Talked a lot about his art with a spitting image of ernest borgnine
He frequently conversed with a person who resembled the actor Ernest Borgnine about his unconventional art.
They found him dead the other day
Out where the punks and school kids play
He was discovered deceased in an area where teenagers and nonconformists often gather.
Kid spilled some mercury he stole from school inside his school
Covered his ass he thought, the school director's in his gene pool
But he got too much on his hands
The organ donor list expands
A young individual stole mercury from school and accidentally spilled it inside the premises, believing he had covered his tracks due to having a relative who worked there. However, he ended up on the organ donor list after suffering from mercury poisoning.
I never thought it wise
To wish for anyone's demise
The artist acknowledges the foolish nature of wishing harm or misfortune upon another person.
Every face a mother'd kiss
Every gesture's hit or miss
Every person has their qualities and faults, with some receiving more love and acceptance than others.
And i'm here in the shade
Leaning on the day's parade
Leaning on the day's parade
The singer is present in a passive role, observing the events unfolding within their surroundings but choosing not to actively participate in them.
Contributed by Mia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
diggiman01
My dad used to water his house plants and play this album, and many jazz classics...I never understood how much history of love and wisdom he had given us six kids until I became a musician, and later a father; nothing can destroy God's Love...and my appreciation for this music! Peace!
Ricardo Paris
Beautiful story of family and love ! Blessings my brother ❤
Cayla
This was the first song that came on the playlist when we were leaving the hospital after I had my baby girl (2020). I was recording her sleeping as the song played. It fits so well and she sings it now. It’s our little song. 🥹
Candy Willis
First time hearing this song today and I now have it as one of my favorites on my Spotify! Love it!
T. Thompson
This song always puts me in a great mood. It's so beautiful.
Winning Victory
Absolute masterpiece/masterclass of a quasi smooth jazz, R&B harmonious poem of song that takes the listener on a musical odyssey!
Thanks and respect to the BlackByrds!
This is real music!
Roslyn Andrews
This song is so perfect! It goes so well with the time today. Everything that is going on all over the world. It kind of leaves you with mysterious vibes. Beautiful song!
SwagtastiK
Check an artist by the name of Dom Kennedy who used this sample in a song 🎵 called Still Looking!
RandoMango
I wish the last part of the song wasn’t so short
Rodney Wyatt
At my age of 44, I love crate digging for the classic samples used for my favorite joints!!!! I gained a musical appreciation for real instrumentation and chord progressions!!!!