1) An American singer-song… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists with this name:
1) An American singer-songwriter.
2) A British journalist and radio presenter who works in France.
3) An UK based singer/songwriter.
1) Alexander "Alex" Taylor (February 28, 1947 – March 12, 1993) was an American singer-songwriter.
He was a member of a family which produced a number of musicians, the most famous of whom is James Taylor, but also includes Livingston, Hugh and Kate Taylor. Alexander Taylor was the eldest child of Dr. Isaac M. Taylor and Gertrude Taylor. Alex Taylor had two sons, Edward and James. The elder son, Edward was adopted, and lives in North Carolina; his second son James, who resides on Martha's Vineyard, is the namesake of Alex's brother James, and inspired his uncle's 1970 hit "Sweet Baby James." Alex Taylor traveled around Florida gigging and recording his finest work at a little studio in Tampa called Progressive Music. Taylor suffered a heart attack on March 7, 1993, in Sanford, Florida, while recording a third album at King Snake Records Studio. He died on March 12, 1993 (James' birthday), aged 46. He was survived by his wife Brent B. Taylor, then age 46, of West Tisbury, his two sons, and granddaughters Caroline, Anna Kate, Paige, and Claudia.
According to the official Rolling Stone biography of James Taylor, Alex Taylor's death has been attributed to alcoholism. Livingston Taylor has said in an interview that Taylor suddenly stopped breathing while sleeping in a Kingsnake Records studio and that this occurred shortly after Taylor downed almost an entire bottle of vodka ("what was for him... not an exceptional amount of booze"). James Taylor wrote his song "Enough To Be On Your Way" with Alex's funeral in mind then changed some of the details to commemorate a fictional "Alice".
Livingston Taylor called him "generous to the very fiber of his soul" and "the greatest older brother ever." Livingston also said that Alex supported and protected him during his troubled childhood.
2) Alex Taylor is a British journalist and radio presenter who works in France.
From September 2010 he has been a co-presenter with Émilie Munera of the morning show on France Musique.
3) Alex Taylor - UK based singer/songwriter, one of the shining lights of the acoustic scene.
His incredible debut album features Jim Barr (Portishead)
Leo Taylor (Matthew Herbert / Hot Chip / The Invisible) on Drums
Tom Herbert (Polar Bear / The Invisible) on Bass
and Dan Moore (Phantom Limb) on Piano, Hammond and Rhodes.
The youngest son of jazz legends John Taylor and Norma Winstone,
Alex Taylor is truly a troubadour of world-class standing, and already compared to the likes of Damien Rice, Muse and Jeff Buckley.
Payday
Alex Taylor Lyrics
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My pockets are heavy with loot
And get drunk and blasted
(And loud in your dress of blue)
I've been living from hand to mouth
It must be three or four weeks
And I can tell you one thing Jack
I feel good just like I knew that I would
And all on account of that wine that I bought today
I`m smiling so sweet
At every little girl that I meet
Some fools will try to tell you it`s a sin to feel this way
It feels so funny having all of this money
I think I feel like dancing the night away
I think I feel like dancing the night away
I got me this long legged girl
To help me to spend my dough
Her heart as big as your mama`s stove
And her body like Brigitte Bardot
I`m all ready for some Rock and Roll
With the guitar turned up loud
And the fancy footwork
And the (drunk) down, drugged up crowd
I feel good just like I knew that I would
All on account of that wine that I bought today
I`m smiling so sweet
At every little girl that I meet
Some fools will try to tell you it`s a sin to feel this way
It feels so funny having all of this money
I think I feel like dancing the night away
I think I feel like dancing the night away
The song "Payday" by Alex Taylor is about a man who has been living from hand to mouth for several weeks but finally gets paid and decides to spend his money having fun. The first two lines of the chorus set the tone of the song and show the singer's excitement for the night ahead. The lyrics "My pockets are heavy with loot, and get drunk and blasted (and loud in your dress of blue)" suggest that the singer wants to let loose and enjoy the night fully. The reference to the dress of blue implies that the singer has a specific person in mind for the night.
The second verse elaborates on the singer's situation leading up to payday, stating that he has been struggling to make ends meet for several weeks. He emphasizes the importance of listening to his stomach when he's hungry, which shows the listener how much he has been struggling. However, now that he has money in his pocket, he feels liberated and free to enjoy himself, smiling at every girl he meets with complete abandon. The lyrics "Some fools will try to tell you it's a sin to feel this way" imply that the singer may have faced some judgment from others for his behavior, but he doesn't care because he is enjoying himself.
In conclusion, "Payday" is an ode to the release of tension and the freedom that comes with having money, even if it's just for a night. The song conveys the excitement of finally having the ability to let loose and enjoy life, and the lyrics suggest that the singer is willing to do anything to make the most of his situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Let`s go out on the town tonight
Let's leave home and have some fun tonight
My pockets are heavy with loot
I have a lot of money
And get drunk and blasted
Let's drink until we are heavily intoxicated
(And loud in your dress of blue)
(You will look great in your blue dress and attract attention)
I've been living from hand to mouth
I have been struggling financially to meet my basic needs
It must be three or four weeks
It has been a while since I had enough money to feel comfortable
And I can tell you one thing Jack
I can assure you
You listen when your stomach speaks
Your hunger will make you do things you normally wouldn't
I feel good just like I knew that I would
I feel happy and satisfied
And all on account of that wine that I bought today
My happiness is a result of buying wine earlier today
I`m smiling so sweet
I am smiling happily
At every little girl that I meet
I am being friendly to every young woman that I encounter
Some fools will try to tell you it`s a sin to feel this way
Some people might say it's wrong to feel happy after drinking and spending money
It feels so funny having all of this money
It's amusing to have a lot of money suddenly
I think I feel like dancing the night away
I want to dance all night
I got me this long legged girl
I found myself a tall and attractive girl
To help me to spend my dough
She will assist me in using my money
Her heart as big as your mama`s stove
She is kind and caring
And her body like Brigitte Bardot
She is beautiful like the actress Brigitte Bardot
I`m all ready for some Rock and Roll
I am excited to listen to some rock music
With the guitar turned up loud
The guitar will be played loudly
And the fancy footwork
The dancing will be impressive
And the (drunk) down, drugged up crowd
The crowd will be drunk and possibly high on drugs
It feels so funny having all of this money
It's still amusing to have a lot of money
I think I feel like dancing the night away
I still want to dance all night
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JESSE WINCHESTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
miguel fortes
Change Your Sexy Ways 7:07
Let's Burn Down The Cornfield 4:25
Comin' Back To You 4:15
Four Days Gone 3:56
Payday 4:53
Who's Been Talkin' 4:45
Who Will The Next Fool Be 4:50
From A Buick Six 4:54
American blues and southern rock singer, brother of singer / songwriters James Taylor (2), Livingston Taylor and Kate Taylor. He was born February 28, 1947 in Boston, Massachusetts and died March 12, 1993.
Thiago Avellar
Sensacional!!
miguel fortes
Change Your Sexy Ways 7:07
Let's Burn Down The Cornfield 4:25
Comin' Back To You 4:15
Four Days Gone 3:56
Payday 4:53
Who's Been Talkin' 4:45
Who Will The Next Fool Be 4:50
From A Buick Six 4:54
American blues and southern rock singer, brother of singer / songwriters James Taylor (2), Livingston Taylor and Kate Taylor. He was born February 28, 1947 in Boston, Massachusetts and died March 12, 1993.
Cris Lady In Black
Muito Obrigado! 💋
Robert McAllister
LOVE this LP. Capricorn Records at its best. May he RIP.
richard obi
great album- i remember in my teens in 1970s just finding this and thought it wasn't going to be much good as i was into Zep Purple etc but it grew on me and now i have a great affection for it- not a bad song on this album- no ads to interrupt as well -thanks for uploading
M
Never heard this..good groove. Thanks❤️🔝❤️
Lennart Gidlöf
Found this LP at a flea market in Luleå in northern Sweden in the 90s. It immediately became a favourite. Lost it when my girlfriend moved out and took it with her. If it hadn't been for the record she brought with her, I would have forgotten her a long time ago. But the song Payday has been part of the soundtrack of my life since then.
SKIVKISS
Great album TY
Carsten Arthur Nielsen
Made me remember old Professor Longhair...
L. Salisbury
Sounds a lot like Danny Joe Brown of Molly Hatchet (who would not release their debut till '78!)...