Think
Aretha Franklin & Blues Brothers Lyrics
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Think about what you're trying to do to me
Think (think, think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
Let's go back, let's go back
Let's go way on, way back when
I didn't even know you
I ain't no psychiatrist, I ain't no doctor with degrees
But, it don't take too much high IQ's
To see what you're doing to me
You better think (think)
Think about what you're trying to do to me
Yeah, think (think, think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
Oh, freedom (freedom), freedom (freedom)
Oh, freedom, yeah, freedom
Freedom (freedom), oh oh freedom (freedom)
Freedom, oh freedom
Hey, think about it, think about it
There ain't nothing you could ask
I could answer you but I won't (I won't)
But I was gonna change, but I'm not
If you keep doing things I don't
You better think (think)
Think about what you're trying to do to me
Think (think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
People walking around everyday
Playing games, taking scores
Trying to make other people lose their minds
Ah, be careful you don't lose yours, oh
Think (think)
Think about what you're trying to do to me, ooh
Think (think)
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
You need me (need me)
And I need you (don't you know)
Without eachother there ain't nothing people can do, oh
Think about it, baby (What are you trying to do me)
Yeah, oh baby, think about it now, yeah
(Think about, forgiveness, dream about forgiveness)
To the ball, forgiveness
Think about it baby
To the ball, forgiveness
To the ball, forgiveness
The lyrics to Aretha Franklin & Blues Brother's song "Think" speak of the need for introspection and self-reflection. The song warns the audience against trying to manipulate or abuse others while encouraging them to be true to themselves and let their minds be free. The opening lines suggest that the person addressed in the song is doing something malicious to the singer and urges them to consider their actions carefully. The singer is not a psychiatrist or a doctor with degrees, but it doesn't require high intelligence to see what is being done to them. The repeated "think, think, think" emphasizes the need for the listener to consider the consequences of their actions.
The song then takes a nostalgic turn, "let's go back, let's go back," recalling a time when the singer did not even know the person addressed in the song. The clever play on words with "let's go way on way back when" adds to the song's allure while underscoring the importance of looking back to move forward. The lyrics communicate that there is nothing that the listener could ask the singer that she could not answer, but she will not because they keep doing things she does not like. The song also cautions against playing games and trying to make others lose their minds.
Overall, the song promotes self-awareness, self-authenticity, and encourages people to look inwardly and think about their actions' effects. The message is an empowering one, and the song's catchy beat and rhythm make it all the more appealing.
Line by Line Meaning
You better think (think)
You need to give serious thought to what you're doing
Think about what you're trying to do to me
Consider the effect your actions are having on me
Think (think, think)
Reminding you to put greater thought into your actions
Let your mind go, let yourself be free
Free yourself from the negative influence causing harm
Let's go back, let's go back
Recalling a memory of a better time
Let's go way on, way back when
Going back to a moment in the distant past
I didn't even know you
At that time, you were a stranger to me
You couldn't have been too much more than ten (just a child)
You were very young and innocent
I ain't no psychiatrist, I ain't no doctor with degrees
I may not have formal training, but I have common sense
But, it don't take too much high IQ's
It doesn't take a genius to understand
To see what you're doing to me
To realize the harm and hurt you are causing me
Oh, freedom (freedom), freedom (freedom)
Yearning for true freedom in life
Oh, freedom, yeah, freedom
Freedom, an essential part of being human
Hey, think about it, think about it
Think deeply and thoroughly
There ain't nothing you could ask
There's nothing you could say or do
I could answer you but I won't (I won't)
I'm choosing not to engage in this discussion
But I was gonna change, but I'm not
I used to consider changing, but not anymore
If you keep doing things I don't
Unless you stop the negative behavior
People walking around everyday
People going about their daily lives
Playing games, taking scores
Engaging in competition and comparison
Trying to make other people lose their minds
Trying to drive others crazy with anger or frustration
Ah, be careful you don't lose yours, oh
A warning to not let external circumstances affect your own sanity
You need me (need me)
You require my presence or support
And I need you (don't you know)
I rely on you just as much
Without each other there ain't nothing people can do, oh
We both need each other in this situation
Think about it, baby (What are you trying to do me)
Consider what you're doing to me and to our relationship
Yeah, oh baby, think about it now, yeah
Urging the other person to come to their senses
(Think about, forgiveness, dream about forgiveness)
Reflect on the idea of forgiveness and imagine the possibility of it
To the ball, forgiveness
An allusion to the idea of a court ball where forgiveness and reconciliation can happen
Think about it baby
Deeply consider the need for forgiveness and reconciliation
To the ball, forgiveness
Reiterating the need for forgiveness
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SPRINGTIME MUSIC INC
Written by: Aretha Franklin, Ted White
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@galpeleg143
allow me to answer this:
Princess Bride
GodFather
Godfather 2
Highlander (1 ONLY !!!!! )
the good the bad and the ugly (or as i call it -> the Packo story :) )
empire strike back
blazing saddles
terminator (i'm of the minority who prefare 1 over 2)
and i'm sure many have more movies top add :) probably u to :)
Blues Brother is a GREAT MOVIE , a CONTENDER for SURE !!!!, but there is a STRONG competition on best movie ever :)
@FactBuffet
Dan Aykroyd would later say that his "legs, stomach and solar plexus turned to jelly" when Aretha started to sing during the filming of this scene.
@somedutchguy7582
Same thing here, every time!
@TheJerbol
Raising his arms above his head a couple times was too much?
@pattyayers
It was amazing, but she was lip-syncing, to herself obviously
@thismanismentallyinsane2982
@@TheJerbol I think it's just that Aretha sings so good
@TheGermanObserver
Aretha was just from another planet. God, what a voice, what a woman!!! If I'd had the choice, I'd have stayed. ❤️
@StevieB8363
I love how Blue Lou kept his sax on hand, because you never know when you might have a spontaneous musical event happen in a diner. He was a true professional.
@fennugreek-gs5zb
The sax accompaniment really takes this version to another level. If you listen to the original you really miss it.
@thedorkone1516
Guy knew he lived in a musical comedy world.
@scarab944
Similarly, Matt "Guitar" Murphy somehow had his guitar in its case and ready to go at the end of the counter.