During 1962 16-year-old David John Smith from Preston/ Lancashire (northern… Read Full Bio ↴During 1962 16-year-old David John Smith from Preston/ Lancashire (northern England) met Paul McCartney and saw the Beatles at a Cavern lunchtime session. He was so impressed by them that he wrote to the music press. To his surprise one of his letters was not only published, but also blown up with a page headline and photograph: The first national headline that the Beatles had.

Bo Diddley (Elias McDaniel) was a major influence on the band. David John remembers seeing him live in 1963: "Bo was amazing - he was using feedback, and had a great electric jungle sound" - that was the music he'd want to do. In Preston he approached a band called The Falcons, who shared his preferences and it all began to sound pretty good.

David John and the Mood were formed in the winter of 1963 and by mid-'64 the definite line-up had settled. Paul McCartney got to call Smith 'David John' and one of his managers suggested 'The Mood', to set the band apart of others:

"Beat as such is on the way out", proclaimed manager Derek Greenwood. "But we are hoping that David John's 'moody' sound is what the kids will want next - we have a lot of faith in these lads, which is why we are going all out to promote them in a big way."
Their first record was released when they were signed to the Rolling Stones manager who at the time was Eric Easton Associates. It did not sell, but was reference enough to play gigs in the prestigious London music-clubs like the Marquee, the Crawdaddy, the 100 Club and Eel Pie Island. They gained a reputation as live-act very soon and proceeded to the one-nighter circuit: They toured with the Stones, and appeared with Sonny Boy Williamson, John Lee Hooker, the Yardbirds, Manfred Mann and P.J. Proby among others.

DJM also appeared on television, like Granada's 'Scene at 6.30', Harlech TV's 'Discs-a-gogo' from Bristol and the 'Lucky Stars summer spin' and had two fan-clubs: One was run by Beverly Witham of Whalley, Lancashire, the other was Kathy in Camberwell, South London.

It's All Right
David John & The Mood Lyrics

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I try to get it right the first time
I think to myself I'm lost in my mind
I shouldn't get too low 'cause I try
I have no control
I get lost, then I find
I want to get it right
I want to get it right
I guess I didn't learn last time

I thought I found love
I misread the signs
Who loves to think about their life
I think to myself
I think all the time
I want to get it right
I want to get it right
I will
Tonight
I will
I want to get it right
I want to get it right
I gotta get it right
I gotta get it right
Tonight, tonight
I gotta get it right
Tonight, tonight
I gotta get it right
Tonight, tonight

I gotta get it right
Tonight, tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to David John & The Mood's song "It's All Right" delve into themes of self-reflection, personal growth, and the desire to find peace and contentment within oneself. The singer acknowledges their past mistakes and their tendency to overthink and get lost in their own mind. They express a yearning to learn from their past experiences and to find love and happiness in their life.

The opening lines, "I try to get it right the first time, I think to myself I'm lost in my mind," suggest a sense of frustration and self-doubt. The singer recognizes their tendency to overanalyze and second-guess their actions, possibly fearing failure or disappointment. They also acknowledge the importance of not getting too emotionally low when things don't go as planned, as they understand the need to maintain control over their emotions.

The lines "I thought I found love, I misread the signs" indicate a past romantic involvement that did not turn out as expected. The singer reflects on their own tendency to idealize situations and misinterpret signals, emphasizing their need to be more discerning and aware in matters of love.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring emphasis on the desire to "get it right." This phrase represents the singer's aspiration to make better choices, live a more fulfilling life, and achieve a sense of personal satisfaction. They express their determination to make positive changes and find happiness, asserting "I will get it right tonight." The repetition of this line strengthens the sense of determination and underscores the importance the singer places on personal growth and self-improvement.

Line by Line Meaning

I try to get it right the first time
I make an effort to do things correctly from the beginning

I think to myself I'm lost in my mind
I reflect on my thoughts and feel confused or uncertain

I shouldn't get too low 'cause I try
I shouldn't feel too down because I put in effort

I have no control
I lack control over the situation

I get lost, then I find
I feel lost at times, but eventually find my way

I want to get it right
I desire to do things correctly

I guess I didn't learn last time
I suppose I didn't learn from my previous experience

I thought I found love
I believed I had found love

I misread the signs
I misunderstood the indications or signals

Who loves to think about their life
Who enjoys contemplating or pondering about their own life

I think to myself
I reflect or contemplate within myself

I think all the time
I constantly have thoughts on my mind

I will
I am determined or committed

Tonight
On this particular evening

I gotta get it right
I have to do it correctly

Tonight, tonight
On this very evening, repeating the urgency or importance

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Written by: Gordon Byrd

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David Cambell

6y↑2

The Singer is actually David Smith nickname "Miffy"....he passed away 2013.
My friend who i record with played in a band with him in Preston in 60's....appeared on Astral Navigations as Thundermother (Miffy on vox)