Rhythm 'n' Jazz
Andy Fairweather Low Lyrics


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I may be crazy but gimme a chance
I'm too high to quit, too young to dance
So roll me ez nice 'n' slow
Set me up and book me to go
Sometimes watcha see ain't watcha get
But I gotta have some cos
I ain't had none yet
So while I sit here all on my own
I'll play some rhythm 'n' jazz

Come on in sit right down
Let the word just pass around
That if you're feeling lonely and sad
You need some juke joint rhythm 'n' jazz
Get on board - take that ride
Come on in don't wait outside
S'all you'll need when your feelings are bad
A little shot of rhythm 'n' jazz

I'm gonna sell my shoes shave down my head
Gonna buy some wings and fly instead
I've been busted and robbed and
Now I'm being sued
Got them nothing more or less blues
Now everytime I smile I almost choke
If and when I laugh it lies dead in my throat
And I might just end up non compos mad
If it weren't for my rhythm 'n' jazz

Come on in sit right down
Let the word just pass around
That if you're feeling lonely and sad
You need some juke joint rhythm 'n' jazz
Get on board - take that ride
Come on in don't wait outside




S'all you'll need when your feelings are bad
A little shot of rhythm 'n' jazz

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Andy Fairweather Low's song "Rhythm 'n' Jazz" depict a person who is going through a difficult time and seeking solace through music. The singer starts off by acknowledging their unconventional approach to life, admitting they may be crazy but asking for a chance. They express a sense of being too high to quit and too young to dance, suggesting a desire for freedom and exhilaration.


The lines "Sometimes watcha see ain't watcha get, but I gotta have some cos I ain't had none yet" imply a longing for something more in life, a desire for experiences that have been elusive thus far. The singer then reflects on their current situation, sitting alone and using music as a means of escape and comfort. They turn to rhythm 'n' jazz, recognizing its therapeutic power and its ability to transport them to a different emotional state.


The second half of the song continues to emphasize the transformative power of rhythm 'n' jazz. The singer invites others to join them, suggesting that sharing in this musical experience can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and sadness. They describe it as a "juke joint rhythm 'n' jazz," implying a sense of community and the vibrant energy of a lively club.


The third verse takes a more introspective turn, with the singer contemplating drastic changes in their life. They express the desire to sell their possessions, shave their head, and fly with wings, hinting at a desire for freedom from their troubles. The mention of being busted, robbed, and sued conveys a sense of hardship and adversity they have faced. Despite these challenges, they acknowledge that rhythm 'n' jazz is the one thing that keeps them sane and helps them navigate through life's difficulties.


Overall, the lyrics of "Rhythm 'n' Jazz" convey a yearning for liberation, a longing for connection, and a recognition of the healing power of music. It serves as a reminder that even in the midst of struggle, finding solace and joy through the art of rhythm and jazz can provide comfort and rejuvenation.


Line by Line Meaning

I may be crazy but gimme a chance
Although I may seem eccentric or irrational, please give me an opportunity


I'm too high to quit, too young to dance
I'm full of energy and enthusiasm, not ready to give up yet


So roll me ez nice 'n' slow
Handle me gently and smoothly


Set me up and book me to go
Prepare me for my next adventure or engagement


Sometimes watcha see ain't watcha get
Appearances can be deceiving


But I gotta have some cos I ain't had none yet
I need something, as I haven't experienced it yet


So while I sit here all on my own
As I sit alone in this moment


I'll play some rhythm 'n' jazz
I'll immerse myself in the soothing sounds of rhythm and jazz


Come on in sit right down
Please enter and take a seat


Let the word just pass around
Let the news or information spread naturally


That if you're feeling lonely and sad
If you're experiencing loneliness and sadness


You need some juke joint rhythm 'n' jazz
You require the lively and uplifting music of juke joints, specifically rhythm and jazz


Get on board - take that ride
Join in and embark on this musical journey


Come on in don't wait outside
Don't hesitate, come inside instead of staying outside


S'all you'll need when your feelings are bad
It's all you require when you're feeling down


A little shot of rhythm 'n' jazz
A small dose of rhythm and jazz


I'm gonna sell my shoes shave down my head
I'm willing to make drastic changes to my appearance


Gonna buy some wings and fly instead
I'll metaphorically purchase freedom and take flight


I've been busted and robbed and Now I'm being sued
I've faced legal troubles, financial losses, and now legal action


Got them nothing more or less blues
I'm experiencing the blues, feeling a sense of emptiness


Now everytime I smile I almost choke
Every time I try to show happiness, it feels suffocating


If and when I laugh it lies dead in my throat
Even when I laugh, it feels forced and insincere


And I might just end up non compos mad
I could potentially go insane and lose my sanity


If it weren't for my rhythm 'n' jazz
If it weren't for the solace and joy I find in rhythm and jazz


Come on in sit right down
Please enter and take a seat


Let the word just pass around
Let the news or information spread naturally


That if you're feeling lonely and sad
If you're experiencing loneliness and sadness


You need some juke joint rhythm 'n' jazz
You require the lively and uplifting music of juke joints, specifically rhythm and jazz


Get on board - take that ride
Join in and embark on this musical journey


Come on in don't wait outside
Don't hesitate, come inside instead of staying outside


S'all you'll need when your feelings are bad
It's all you require when you're feeling down


A little shot of rhythm 'n' jazz
A small dose of rhythm and jazz




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t.y everything is good return

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