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Brother Of Soul Lyrics
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That sweet soul music
Just as long as it's swingin'
Oh yeah oh yeah
Out here on the floor now
We're going to a go go
Ah dancin' to the music
Spotlight on Lou Rawls y'all
Ah don't he look tall y'all
Singin' loves a hurtin' thing now
Oh yeah oh yeah
Spotlight on Sam and Dave now
Ah don't they look boss y'all
Singin' hold on I'm comin'
Oh yeah oh yeah
Spot light on Wilson Pickett
That wicked picked Pickett
Singing Mustang Sally
Oh yeah oh yeah
Spotlight on Otis Redding now
Singing fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa
Fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa
Oh yeah oh yeah
Spotlight on James Brown now
He's the king of them all yeah
He's the king of them all y'all
Oh yeah oh yeah
In Brother Soul's song "Music," the singer asks the listener whether they like "good music" that is "sweet soul music," as long as it's "swingin'." The singer clearly has an affinity for music that is rhythmic, soulful, and able to move bodies on the dance floor. The repetition of "oh yeah oh yeah" throughout the song signifies an almost fervent enjoyment of the music they are celebrating.
The song goes on to highlight various soul music greats. Lou Rawls, Sam and Dave, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, and James Brown are all given spotlights. The singer notes how these performers look and sound, and in some instances quotes a famous song they've recorded ("Hold on I'm comin'," "Mustang Sally," "Fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa"). The order in which these musicians are mentioned is important, as they are all beloved figures in the soul music movement and their inclusion in the song is a testament to their significance.
Overall, "Music" is a joyful celebration of soul music and its most prominent performers. The song's catchiness and the inclusion of specific details about these musicians make it a memorable tribute to an important genre of American music.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you like good music
Do you enjoy listening to music that has quality and meaning?
That sweet soul music
That specific genre of music that has deep-rooted emotions, passionate lyrics, and calming melodies.
Just as long as it's swingin'
As long as the music has a catchy rhythm to make your body move and groove.
Out here on the floor now
On the dancefloor, where you can express yourself to the rhythm of the music.
We're going to a go go
We are on our way to a concert or nightclub to dance and listen to music.
Ah dancin' to the music
I am dancing and swaying to the melody, letting the music take control of my body.
Spotlight on Lou Rawls y'all
The center of attention is on Lou Rawls, he is performing and everyone is focused on him.
Ah don't he look tall y'all
Lou Rawls looks impressive and his voice is reaching great heights.
Singin' loves a hurtin' thing now
Lou Rawls is singing passionately about the painful realities of love.
Spotlight on Sam and Dave now
The attention is now on Sam and Dave, who are on stage and performing.
Ah don't they look boss y'all
Sam and Dave look impressive and stylish, commanding the audience's attention.
Singin' hold on I'm comin'
They are singing an uplifting song about coming to someone's rescue.
Spotlight on Wilson Pickett
The spotlight is now on Wilson Pickett, who is performing on stage.
That wicked picked Pickett
Wilson Pickett is a skilled musician, picking the guitar amazingly.
Singing Mustang Sally
He is singing a famous song called 'Mustang Sally,' which is about a woman who loves cars.
Spotlight on Otis Redding now
The focus is now on Otis Redding, who is performing on stage.
Singing fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa
Otis Redding is singing his famous song called 'Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song), which expresses his sorrowful emotions.
Spotlight on James Brown now
The spotlight is now on James Brown, who is known as the 'godfather of soul music.'
He's the king of them all yeah
James Brown is the most iconic and influential musician in the soul music industry.
He's the king of them all y'all
Everyone recognizes James Brown as the king of soul music, who rules the hearts of millions of people.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Abkco Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: ARTHUR LEE CONLEY, OTIS REDDING, SAM COOKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
A Guy Called Gary
thanks for dusting off the oldie. You have no idea how many times I've heard this track. Very personal to me. That Paul Hunter, crazy bastard but a genius nonetheless
zYkLoPMeDiA
nice!!!
asa khan
with the help of Shazam app i finally found this song title and artist awesome!!!!!
Δημητρης Λαζοπουλος
anyone knows the original track ?
christopher pugmire
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Styn Oonk
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