Soul Man
Charlie and the Bachelors Lyrics
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I want somebody to tell me
Answer if you can
I want somebody to tell me
What is a soul of a man
Well, I've traveled to different countries
I've found nobody to tell me
I want somebody to tell me
Answer if you can
I want somebody to tell me
What is a soul of a man
I saw a crowd talking
I came up right on time
He was teaching the lawyer and the doctor
A man ain't nothing but his mind
Said I want somebody to tell me
Answer if you can
I want somebody to tell me
What is a soul of a man
I'm going to ask the question
Answer if you can
If anybody can tell me
What is the soul of a man
Somebody should tell me
Answer if you can
I want somebody to tell me
What is a soul of a man
The lyrics of "Soul Man" by Charlie and the Bachelors explore the idea of the soul and its nature, asking questions about what it means to be human. The singer begins by stating they want someone to answer the question of what a soul is, as they have traveled far and wide looking for answers without success. They go on to describe a scene where they witness someone teaching a lawyer and doctor that a man's worth comes from their mind, rather than any external factors.
The singer is persistent in their quest for understanding, repeating their desire for answers and asking anyone who can tell them what a soul is. The song is ultimately a reflection on the complexity and mystery of the human condition, suggesting that even with all of our knowledge and experience, we may never truly comprehend the soul's essence.
Overall, "Soul Man" is a thought-provoking and introspective song that encourages listeners to consider their own beliefs about what makes a person who they are.
Line by Line Meaning
I want somebody to tell me
I am seeking knowledge or insight from someone who can provide an accurate answer.
Answer if you can
If you possess the knowledge or insight I am seeking, please respond.
What is the soul of a man
I am specifically curious to know what the 'soul of a man' encompasses or represents.
Well, I've traveled to different countries
I have traveled extensively to various places around the world.
I've traveled to the foreign lands
My travels have taken me to regions outside of my home country.
I've found nobody to tell me
Despite my travels and efforts to seek knowledge about the 'soul of a man', I have not yet received a satisfactory answer.
I saw a crowd talking
During my travels, I observed a group of people engaged in conversation.
I came up right on time
I arrived at the scene at the opportune moment to hear what was being discussed.
He was teaching the lawyer and the doctor
An individual was offering insight or knowledge to a group comprised of a lawyer and doctor.
A man ain't nothing but his mind
The artist believes that a person's mind is the most fundamental aspect of who they are.
I'm going to ask the question
I intend to pose my question about the 'soul of a man.'
If anybody can tell me
I am open to receiving a response from anyone who can provide an accurate answer.
Somebody should tell me
I strongly believe that someone out there possesses the knowledge or insight I am seeking and should share it with me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Willie Johnson
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@playlistiphone8743
legend has it that she’s still getting a check
@johnpallis5457
This whole episode is exactly why the premise behind Jenny in the later seasons makes no sense
@dereklwashington1132
Lol Charlie totally had that one coming
@anthonyvasquezactor
How do we know Charlie didn't knock up the boy's real mother? He's been with just about every other woman, why not her?
@gloctopus_
that would have been apart of the plot, that's how we know
@amandasprague929
She didn’t recognize him when she got off the elevator
@robertotamesis1783
At least he got shot at her. Very embarrassing storyline.😜
@LightSourceTemple
She would've remembered him 😂
@satishkamtikar958
He is not. In the end when the boys real mother exits the lift and Charlie enters the same lift ,they both cross each other and there is no response of any familiarity.
It's all part of the plan of the girlfriend to get the dough
@aritramanna619
Isn't she the one who called Ross Indiana Jones?