Barry Eugene Carter (September 12, 1944 – July 4, 2003), better known by hi… Read Full Bio ↴Barry Eugene Carter (September 12, 1944 – July 4, 2003), better known by his stage name Barry White, was an American singer and songwriter. A two-time Grammy Award winner known for his bass voice and romantic image, his greatest success came in the 1970s as a solo singer and with the Love Unlimited Orchestra, crafting many enduring soul, funk, and disco songs such as his two biggest hits: "Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe" and "You're the First, the Last, My Everything".

White recorded 20 studio albums during the course of his career, but multiple versions and compilations were released worldwide that were certified gold, 41 of which also attained platinum status. White had 20 gold and 10 platinum singles, with worldwide record sales in excess of 100 million records, and is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His influences included James Cleveland, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, the Supremes, the Four Tops and Marvin Gaye.

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Studio albums
I've Got So Much to Give (1973)
Stone Gon' (1973)
Can't Get Enough (1974)
Just Another Way to Say I Love You (1975)
Let the Music Play (1976)
Is This Whatcha Wont? (1976)
Barry White Sings for Someone You Love (1977)
The Man (1978)
I Love to Sing the Songs I Sing (1979)
The Message Is Love (1979)
Sheet Music (1980)
Barry & Glodean (With Glodean White) (1981)
Beware! (1981)
Change (1982)
Dedicated (1983)
The Right Night & Barry White (1987)
The Man Is Back! (1989)
Put Me in Your Mix (1991)
The Icon Is Love (1994)
Staying Power (1999)

Mellow Mood Part I
Barry White Lyrics

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I'll play your fav'rite song, darlin'.
We can rock it all night long, darlin'.
'Cause I've got love, darlin':
Love, sweet love, darlin'.
Mellow mood has got me,
So let the music rock me.

'Cause I've got love, darlin':

Love, sweet love, darlin'.
Quiet is the night,
Please turn off your light.

I'll play your fav'rite song, darlin'.
We can rock it all night long, darlin'.
'Cause I've got love, darlin':
Love, sweet love, darlin'.

Strike the hammer while iron is hot;
Strike the hammer while iron is hot;
Strike the hammer while iron is 'ot now.
Open up your heart;
Open up your heart.
Love love come running in, darlin':
Love, sweet love, darlin';
Love, sweet ma love, darlin'.

I'll play your fav'rite song, darlin'.
We can rock it all night long, darlin'.
'Cause I've got love, darlin':
Love, sweet love, darlin'.

Mellow mood has got me, darlin',
So let the music rock me, darlin',
'Cause I got your love, darlin':
Love, sweet love, darlin'.

I'll play your fav'rite song, darlin'.
We can rock it all night long, darlin'.

'Cause I've got love, darlin':
Ma love, ma sweet, ma love, darlin'.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Barry White's song Mellow Mood, Part I describe a romantic evening filled with music and love. The singer promises to play their partner's favorite song and rock with them all night long. The repetition of "love, sweet love, darlin'" reinforces the theme of love and affection in the lyrics. The singer is in a mellow mood and wants to be swept away by the music, which has the power to rock them. The mood becomes even more intimate when the singer asks for their partner to turn off the light.

The lyrics suggest that love is a powerful force that can strike while the iron is hot, and the singer encourages their partner to open up their heart to let love come running in. The repetition of "love, sweet love, darlin'" reminds the listener of the importance of love and how it can brighten up any situation. The final stanza emphasizes the mellow mood the singer is in and how the music is rocking them. They remind their partner that they have their love and end the song with an affectionate "Ma love, ma sweet, ma love, darlin'."

Overall, the lyrics to Mellow Mood, Part I convey an atmosphere of romance and affection, with a focus on the power of music and love to create a soothing and loving environment.

Line by Line Meaning

I'll play your fav'rite song, darlin'.
I want to please you by playing your favorite song.

We can rock it all night long, darlin'.
We can enjoy the music and each other's company all night long.

'Cause I've got love, darlin': Love, sweet love, darlin'.
My love for you is strong and sweet.

Mellow mood has got me, So let the music rock me.
The soothing music is helping me relax and enjoy the moment.

Quiet is the night, Please turn off your light.
The night is peaceful and I want to create a romantic atmosphere.

Strike the hammer while iron is hot; Strike the hammer while iron is hot; Strike the hammer while iron is 'ot now.
We need to take advantage of the moment and act quickly like a blacksmith hammering hot iron into shape.

Open up your heart; Open up your heart.
I want you to be open and honest with me about your feelings.

Love love come running in, darlin': Love, sweet love, darlin'; Love, sweet ma love, darlin'.
Love will bring us together and make us happy.

Mellow mood has got me, darlin', So let the music rock me, darlin', 'Cause I got your love, darlin': Love, sweet love, darlin'.
The gentle and calm disposition has put me in a good place and I want to enjoy the music and your love.

I'll play your fav'rite song, darlin'. We can rock it all night long, darlin'. 'Cause I've got love, darlin': Ma love, ma sweet, ma love, darlin'.
I am committed to making you happy and keeping the love between us strong.

Writer(s): TOM BROCK, BARRY WHITE, ROBERT DENNIS WILLIAM TAYLOR

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