The B. B. & Q. Band were signed to Capitol Records in 1981 and released their self-titled debut album. The album spawned two successful singles, "On the Beat" and "Dreamer," and the band was successful in both the United States and Europe. They followed up their debut album with All Night Long in 1982, which featured the singles "Genius of Love" and "Ride on the Beat." The band released two more albums in 1983 and 1987, respectively.
The band is best known for its signature sound of smooth and irresistible pop-funk and its highly addictive and catchy melodies. They perfectly blend European writing and producing skills and American musicians and vocalists. The B. B. & Q. Band is considered one of the most influential funk and soul bands of the 1980s.
Genie
B.b. & Q. Band Lyrics
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I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
You've rescued me from this loneliness
A shelter so deep inside
I thought there'd never be that special one
I will pray to you for wishes that your heart desire
(Yes, I will, girl)
Give you happiness, fulfil all your dreams
With the magic of love!
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
You set me free from the misery
Of having to be all alone
You handled me, oooh, so tenderly
No moist love of mystery
I will treasure you more than all the pictures in the world
(You're so precious)
Grant your wish inside, I can never let you go
I'm a captive of your love!
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
(I'm a captive of your love!)
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command (Your wish is my command)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic? (Can't you feel, can't you feel the magic, yeaheah)
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie (I'm your genie)
Your wish is my command (Is my command)
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command (Can't you feel the magic?)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command (Yeaheah)
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command (Yeaheah)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic? (Can't you feel the magic?)
Your wish is my command (Is my command)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
The lyrics to "Genie" by B.b. & Q. Band speak of a magical bond between two people. The song is sung from the perspective of one person who is willing and able to fulfill all of their partner's wishes, acting as a genie for their beloved. The singer pledges to do whatever it takes to make their partner happy and fulfilled, and to use the "magic of love" to bring their dreams to life.
The lyrics also express a sense of gratitude and admiration towards the partner who has brought them out of loneliness and misery. The singer describes their partner as having a special touch that has set them free and handled them tenderly. The love that the singer feels for their partner is so strong that they consider themselves a captive to it; willing to do anything to keep their partner happy and satisfied.
Line by Line Meaning
Your wish is my command
I am here to fulfill your every desire
I'm your genie
I am here to serve and make your wishes come true
Can't you feel the magic?
Can you sense the power of this love?
You've rescued me from this loneliness
You have pulled me out of a deep sadness and isolation
A shelter so deep inside
A place within me where I felt safe and hidden, but also distant from others
I thought there'd never be that special one
I believed I would never find someone who could truly understand and love me
But you had the magic touch
You brought light and love into my life, and made me feel special
I will pray to you for wishes that your heart desire (Yes, I will, girl)
I will listen to your deepest desires and work to make them come true
Give you happiness, fulfil all your dreams
I will work to bring joy and fulfillment to your life
You set me free from the misery
You released me from a state of sadness and pain
Of having to be all alone
Of feeling like I had to face life's challenges by myself
You handled me, oooh, so tenderly
You treated me with great care and affection
No moist love of mystery
Our love is not shrouded in secrets or hidden meanings
I will treasure you more than all the pictures in the world (You're so precious)
You hold a special place in my heart that I will value above all else
Grant your wish inside, I can never let you go
I will work to make your deepest desires come true, and I cannot imagine living without you
I'm a captive of your love!
I am fully entranced by the power of your love
Contributed by Jordyn H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
You've rescued me from this loneliness
A shelter so deep inside
I thought there'd never be that special one
But you had the magic touch
I will pray to you for wishes that your heart desire
(Yes, I will, girl)
Give you happiness, fulfil all your dreams
With the magic of love!
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
You set me free from the misery
Of having to be all alone
You handled me, oooh, so tenderly
No moist love of mystery
I will treasure you more than all the pictures in the world
(You're so precious)
Grant your wish inside, I can never let you go
I'm a captive of your love!
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command (Your wish is my command)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic? (Can't you feel, can't you feel the magic, yeaheah)
Your wish is my command
I'm your genie (I'm your genie)
Your wish is my command (Is my command)
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command (Can't you feel the magic?)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command (Yeaheah)
Can't you feel the magic?
Your wish is my command (Yeaheah)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic? (Can't you feel the magic?)
Your wish is my command (Is my command)
I'm your genie
Your wish is my command
Can't you feel the magic?
@francishodge5189
Yes god bless African Americans you have inspired
Music Artists in the UK for generations Jazz, Rythm and blues, Rock n Roll pioneers, opera, Soul, funk, Rap, hip hop Gospel, go, go, house, techno and the Caribbean Reggae, etc
as a white person black music culture has been part of my 56yrs of my life and that will never go away
It's sad in the past black music culture in the America didn't give the respect it deserved
At least it found a home in the
UK in the last century and inspired a lot famous artists
Like the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton etc
@californialuv923
One of the smoothest grooves that has ever existed!! 👌💯❤️
@stoplookinent4791
Dont Forget to slide over Von and Dayo Feel My Love🙌🏽🔥 all this 🎷🎺 is Lit I was just being spit out when this was out
@jadengregg4832
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@kte9236
Curtis Hairston vocal carries this song. It’s the epitome of mid-80’s r&b.
@Pizza-Steve
This song has aged like fine wine
@HM-wv2ft
This song is sweet extacy
@Robert_N
God bless the African Americans for giving us the finest music of all time.
@217champion
Robert N Very welcome. America powers that be want to make it like this music never happened. But someone will always remember this music.
@martinplatt5928
@@217champion 100% agree