Their best known song is probably 'A Toast To The People', which was released on the 2014 version of Scott-Heron's 'Pieces Of A Man' album.
Bye Bye Baby
Black And Blues Lyrics
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and you shine it in my face
but I'm already gone
b b b b b bye
You scream your slippery slogans
and they echo way up high
but I'm already gone
You see a sign on a sign post
and you crack it on my head
but I'm already gone
b b b b b bye
The lyrics of "Bye Bye Baby" by Black And Blues describe a situation in which the singer has had enough of their partner's behavior and has decided to leave. The use of repetitive "b b b b b bye" emphasizes the singer's determination to move on and leave the unpleasant situation behind. The metaphor of a lighthouse light and the use of the phrase "slippery slogans" emphasizes the partner's attempts to manipulate and control the singer, as if they are trying to guide them back to the relationship. However, the singer has already made up their mind and is not swayed by these attempts.
The line "You see a sign on a sign post and you crack it on my head" suggests a more aggressive and potentially violent confrontation between the singer and their partner. This could be interpreted as a final act of desperation by the partner to try to keep the singer in the relationship. However, the singer remains steadfast in their decision to leave, and the repetition of "b b b b b bye" at the end of each verse reinforces this.
Overall, "Bye Bye Baby" is a strong and empowering song about standing up for oneself and leaving a toxic relationship behind. The use of vivid metaphors and repetition creates a sense of resolve and determination that is inspiring for listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
You light a light in your lighthouse
You try to guide me towards you like a lighthouse beacon
and you shine it in my face
and you try to make me see what you want me to see
but I'm already gone
but I have already left, I have already moved on
b b b b b bye
bye, bye, bye, I am saying goodbye
You scream your slippery slogans
You shout out your insincere catchphrases
and they echo way up high
and they reverberate but they don't resonate with me
but I'm already gone
but I have already left, I have already moved on
b b b b b bye
bye, bye, bye, I am saying goodbye
You see a sign on a sign post
You notice a symbol on a roadside advertisement
and you crack it on my head
and you smack me with it, trying to force me to pay attention
but I'm already gone
but I have already left, I have already moved on
b b b b b bye
bye, bye, bye, I am saying goodbye
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID SCHELZEL, DAVID GEORGE SCHELZEL
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