In the 1970s, he moved away from his previous hard-bop jazz base and began to record jazz fusion and rhythm and blues. Teaming up with the Mizell Brothers, he produced Black Byrd, which was enormously successful and became Blue Note Records' highest-ever selling album. The follow-up albums, Places and Spaces, Stepping Into Tomorrow, and Street Lady, were also big sellers, and have subsequently provided a rich source of samples for hip-hop artists such as Us3.
He has taught music at Rutgers University, the Hampton Institute, New York University, Howard University, and Oberlin College. In 1974 he created The Blackbyrds, a fusion group consisting of his best students. They scored several major hits, including "Walking In Rhythm" and "Blackbyrds Theme".
My Babe
Donald Byrd Lyrics
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Oh yeah she don't stand no cheatin', my babe
Oh yeah she don't stand no cheatin',
She don't stand none of that midnight creepin'
My babe, true little baby, my babe
My babe, I know she love me, my babe
Oh yes, I know she love me, my babe
Oh yes, I know she love me,
My babe, true little baby, my babe
- solo -
My baby don't stand no cheatin', my babe
Oh no, she don't stand no cheatin', my babe
Oh no, she don't stand no cheatin',
Ev'rything she do she do so pleasin'
My babe, true little baby, my babe
My baby don't stand no foolin', my babe
Oh yeah, she don't stand no foolin', my babe
Oh yeah, she don't stand no foolin',
When she's hot there ain't no coolin'
My babe, true little baby, my babe
She's my baby (true little baby) ...
The lyrics of Donald Byrd's song "My Babe" describe a woman who is faithful and devoted to her lover. The repeated lines "my baby don't stand no cheatin'" and "my baby don't stand no foolin'" signify her unwavering commitment to her partner. The lyrics also highlight the affectionate and pleasing nature of the woman, as expressed through the lines "everything she do she do so pleasin'" and "she don't do nothin' but kiss and hug me."
The solo in the middle of the song showcases the musicality of the performance, adding emotion and depth to the lyrics. The use of the term "true little baby" adds a sense of endearment and a personal touch to the song, emphasizing the strong bond between the singer and his lover.
Overall, "My Babe" is a soulful and upbeat song that celebrates a loyal and loving relationship. It conveys the joy and satisfaction that come from being with someone who is faithful and affectionate.
Line by Line Meaning
My baby don't stand no cheatin', my babe
My significant other refuses to tolerate any form of infidelity or unfaithfulness.
Oh yeah she don't stand no cheatin', my babe
My girlfriend is very clear on her stance against cheating or being cheated on.
Oh yeah she don't stand no cheatin',
I am certain that my love interest will not accept being lied to or deceived in any way.
She don't stand none of that midnight creepin'
My partner won't entertain any sneaky or suspicious actions, especially during odd hours.
My babe, true little baby, my babe
My girlfriend is a sweet and loyal person who I have complete trust in.
My babe, I know she love me, my babe
I am confident that my beloved demonstrates affection towards me daily.
Oh yes, I know she love me, my babe
I have no doubts about my woman's love for me because I feel it constantly.
She don't do nothin' but kiss and hug me
My girl showers me with love and attention and doesn't hesitate to express it physically.
My baby don't stand no foolin', my babe
My partner won't put up with any deceitful, dishonest or insincere behavior by anyone, let alone me.
Oh yeah, she don't stand no foolin', my babe
I am aware that anything other than displaying forthrightness with my woman is a deal-breaker.
Oh yeah, she don't stand no foolin',
I know for sure that my girl doesn't easily accept false or empty promises.
When she's hot there ain't no coolin'
My woman is passionate and intense in everything she does, and it affects me tremendously.
She's my baby (true little baby) ...
My loving and loyal partner is the one I envision spending the rest of my life with.
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Written by: Willie Dixon
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