As the son of a vicar, he had his first singing experiences in a church choir. He attended Ripon College, where he also sang non-professionally with a group called the Indigos, and graduated in 1962. He went on to earn a master's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation from the University of Iowa, and worked as a rehabilitation counselor in San Francisco before joining a small jazz club trio headed by George Duke and deciding that he would make professional singing his life in 1968
He appeared in such Los Angeles hot spots as Dino's, the Troubador and Bitter End West. Television exposure came from Mike Douglas, Merv Griffin and David Frost, while he expanded his nightclub appearances to include performing at the Improv between the acts of such rising-star comics as Bette Midler, Jimmie Walker, and John Belushi, among others.
He was spotted by Warner Bros. in 1975 and soon thereafter released his critically acclaimed debut album, We Got By, which catapulted him into international fame and garnered him a German Grammy Award. A second German Grammy would follow with the release of his second album, Glow.
One of Jarreau's most commercially and artistically successful albums is Breakin' Away (1981), which includes the hit song "We're in This Love Together." He wrote and performed the Grammy-nominated theme to the 1980s American television show Moonlighting. Among other things, he is well-known for his scat singing and the ability to perfectly imitate conventional guitar, bass and percussive instrumentation. He was also a featured vocalist on USA for Africa's "We are the World" and sang the line, "...and so we all must lend a helping hand."
He has toured and performed with such greats as Joe Sample, Kathleen Battle, Miles Davis, David Sanborn and Rick Braun. He also performed the role of the Teen Angel in a 1996 Broadway production of Grease. On March 6, 2001 he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His star is located at 7083 Hollywood Boulevard on the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and La Brea Avenue.
Long come tutu
Al Jarreau Lyrics
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It's kicking its groove for miles
It always make me grin
No matter what mood I'm in
You know what makes me smile
It's kicking its groove for miles
It always makes me grin
A long, long time
We were waiting
A long, long time
Still awaiting
[Incomprehensible]
'Long come tutu
'Long come tutu
Long, long time
Of awaiting
Before the light
We were praying
[Incomprehensible]
'Long come tutu
A long, long time
We were waiting
A long, long time
Still awaiting
[Incomprehensible]
'Long come tutu
'Long come tutu
'Long come tutu
The lyrics to Al Jarreau's song 'Long come tutu' emphasize the idea of waiting for something for a long time. The repetition in the opening lines of "you know what makes me smile, it's kicking its groove for miles" reflects the confidence and anticipation that the singer has for something positive that has been long-awaited. The chorus "long come tutu" is repeated several times and is symbolic of a belief that something is on its way.
The verses describe how people have been waiting for a long time before the light and praying for something to come. The incomprehensible parts in the song highlight the sense of mystery and how sometimes things are not clear, but that doesn't stop people from hoping and waiting for them to arrive. The song seems to imply that even when the wait is long and uncertain, the hope and trust remain that the desired outcome will eventually come.
In conclusion, the song 'Long come tutu' reflects the idea of the long wait for something positive to happen. The lyrics suggest that even though waiting can be difficult and incomprehensible, it does not stop people from waiting and holding on to hope. The repeated phrase 'Long come tutu' emphasizes the belief and anticipation that something positive is on its way.
Line by Line Meaning
You know what makes me smile
The things that make me happy are...
It's kicking its groove for miles
...when I can feel a contagious energy and rhythm throughout my surroundings
It always make me grin
This kind of atmosphere always brings joy to my face
No matter what mood I'm in
Regardless of my emotional state at the time
A long, long time
We have been waiting for a great while
Still awaiting
The wait is not over yet
[Incomprehensible]
Unclear words were spoken
'Long come tutu
An expression of anticipation and excitement for something to arrive
Long, long time
We have been waiting for a great while
Of awaiting
The act of waiting
Before the light
Prior to enlightenment or a realization
We were praying
We were hoping for something great to come to us
'Long come tutu
An expression of anticipation and excitement for something to arrive
'Long come tutu
An expression of anticipation and excitement for something to arrive
'Long come tutu
An expression of anticipation and excitement for something to arrive
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AL JARREAU, MARCUS MILLER
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@remijazz
If The dream team would have a dream team it would be this line up !
@Anna-ib4lj
I really like your sentence
@adamwojciechowicz2036
Zachwycające i perfekcyjne ! Maestro Miles Davis byłby zadowolony.
@luberthacox6491
Was fortunate to have met him while on tour performing this tune with George. Amazing Artist.....
@jvarennes
How lucky you are...^^
@jvarennes
Trop bon !
Mis à part la qualité de Benson et Al Jarreau qui n'est pas à prouver, l'efficacité et la relative simplicité de l'écriture musicale de Miles Davis est à son top dans ce morceau mythique !
Quel groove !
@ukulelechriswilson
Merci beaucoup du partage.
@audreymoritz-ciancutti3390
Love this entire album !
@georgesprudente3942
Magnifique album : Jarreau & Benson.
@loridee1182
What a great song. thanks for posting.