Sing a Simple Song
Booker T. & the MG's Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm talkin' talkin' talkin' talkin' talkin' in my sleep
I'm walkin' walkin' walkin' walkin' walkin' in the street
Time is passin' I grow older Things are happening fast
All I have to hold onto is a simple song at last
Let me hear you say
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Sing a simple song
Try a little do re me fa so la ti do
Yeah, yeah, yeah, etc.
I'm livin' livin' livin' life with all its ups and downs
I'm givin' givin' givin' love and smilin' at the frowns
You're in trouble when you find it's hard for you to smile
A simple song might make it better for a little while
Let me hear you say
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm talkin' talkin' talkin' talkin'
I'm walkin' walkin' walkin' walkin
I'm livin' livin' livin' love
I'm livin' lovin' know about lovin'
Everybody sing together
Yeah, yeah, yeah
The lyrics to Booker T. & the MG's "Sing a Simple Song" are about just that - the power of a simple song in difficult times. The singer talks about how time is passing quickly and how life can be filled with ups and downs, but all they have to hold onto is a simple song. The repetition of "yeah yeah yeah" throughout the song serves as a reminder to keep things simple and positive.
The lyrics also touch on the importance of smiling, even during tough times. The singer acknowledges that it can be hard to smile when you're in trouble, but a simple song can make things better for a little while. The call to "sing a simple song" is a call to keep things light-hearted and positive, even when things feel overwhelming.
Overall, the message of the song is clear - sometimes all we need is the comfort of a simple tune to help us through difficult moments in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Sing a simple song
Encouraging to sing a simple and uncomplicated song.
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Repeated words that show enthusiasm and agreement.
I'm talkin' talkin' talkin' talkin' talkin' in my sleep
Talking about things subconsciously even when asleep.
I'm walkin' walkin' walkin' walkin' walkin' in the street
Walking around in the street and experiencing life.
Time is passin' I grow older Things are happening fast
Time is fleeting, and life is moving quickly for the artist.
All I have to hold onto is a simple song at last
The only comfort the singer has is a simple and easy to sing song.
Let me hear you say Yeah, yeah, yeah
Encouraging the listener to join in and sing the easy song.
Try a little do re me fa so la ti do
Encouraging the listener to try and sing the notes.
I'm livin' livin' livin' life with all its ups and downs
Life is complicated, with both positive and negative moments.
I'm givin' givin' givin' love and smilin' at the frowns
Giving love even in the face of difficulty, and trying to keep a positive outlook.
You're in trouble when you find it's hard for you to smile
When life gets hard, it can be challenging to keep a positive attitude.
A simple song might make it better for a little while
Suggesting that a simple song can bring some comfort and happiness even in tough times.
Everybody sing together Yeah, yeah, yeah
Encouraging everyone to join in and sing the simple song together.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SYLVESTER STEWART
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