Dr. John began making his own idiosyncratic music in the 1960s. Along with Professor Longhair, Dr. John is heir to the rich New Orleans tradition. He is perhaps best known for "Right Place, Wrong Time", an international hit in 1973, reissued and used on soundtracks many times since.
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, his professional musical career began as a session musician in New Orleans in the 1950s. Early on he also played guitar and was often known as Mac Rebennack. He switched to the bass ("the lowest time of my life"), and then the piano after his index finger was nearly shot off protecting his bandmate and longtime friend Ronnie Barron. He gained fame beginning in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with music that combined New Orleans-style rhythm and blues with psychedelic rock and stage shows that bordered on voodoo religious ceremonies, including elaborate costumes and headdress. For a time he was billed as Dr. John, The Night Tripper. The name "Dr. John" came from a legendary Louisiana voodoo practitioner from the start of the 19th century.
Dr. John has also done vocals for Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits' "Luv dat chicken..." jingle, as well as the theme song ("My Opinionation") for the early-1990s television sitcom Blossom. His movie credits include Martin Scorsese's documentary The Last Waltz (in which he joins The Band for a performance of his song "Such a Night") and Blues Brothers 2000 (in which he joins the fictional band The Louisiana Gator Boys to perform the song "New Orleans"). In the 2009 Disney film The Princess and the Frog, Dr. John sings the opening tune, "Down in New Orleans".
In January 2008 Mac Rebennack, Dr. John, was inducted into The Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame.
Come on
Dr. John Lyrics
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Come rain or come shine
High as a mountain, deep as a river
Come rain or come shine
I guess when you met me
It was just one of those things
But don't you ever bet me
You're gonna' love me, like nobody's loved me
Come rain or come shine
We'll be happy together, unhappy together
Now won't that be fine
The days may be cloudy or sunny
We're in or out of the money
But I'm with you always
I'm with you rain or shine
In Dr. John's song "Come On In," he sings about his love for someone who may not be fully understood by others. He explains that people talk without truly knowing what lies in his heart and why he loves this person so much. His love for them is compared to how a miner loves gold, emphasizing its value and depth. He encourages his lover to embrace the good times and let them roll.
Dr. John's lyrics also suggest that many people live in a state of make-believe, hiding things away from others. However, he states that his love for his partner is genuine and true, never to be kept hidden or folded away. He again encourages this person to embrace happiness and let the good times roll. The chorus of the song repeats twice, emphasizing the message of delight and joy.
"Come On In" is a love song, but it also expresses a deeper message about the importance of being genuine and happy in life. Dr. John seems to encourage individuality and encourages his lover to be themselves and not hide anything away. The song provides a catchy tune with an inviting message, and it leaves the listener feeling happy and content.
Line by Line Meaning
People talkin' but they just don't know
There are others who may judge us, but they are unaware of what is truly in my heart.
What's in my heart, and why I love you so
I hold such great love for you, and there are many reasons why that may be hard to put into words.
I love you baby like a miner loves gold
My love for you is precious and valuable, just as gold is to a miner.
Come on sugar, let the good times roll, hey!
Let us celebrate and enjoy the wonderful moments we have together.
So many people live in make believe
Many people choose to live in a world detached from reality.
They keep a lot a going up their sleeves
They have a lot hidden from others.
But my love baby is no kind that folds
My love is honest and unwavering.
Come On Baby, let the good times roll
Let us enjoy the simple things in life and make the most of our time together.
A love is nice if it's understood
Love is a wonderful thing if both parties understand and appreciate it fully.
It's even nicer when you're feelin' good
Love can become even more beautiful when we are in the best headspace to receive it.
You got me flippin' like flag on a pole
You have me so enamored and invested in our love that I am figuratively flipping.
Hey! Yeah! Let the good times roll!
Let us continue to cherish these moments and the love that we share.
Feel me baby! Come on, good times roll!
Embrace our love and the happiness it brings.
Come on and let me fill your soul
Allow me to bring you joy and happiness through our love.
Hey, let the good times roll
Let us enjoy each other to the fullest and celebrate the wonderful memories we create.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, S.A. MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer
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vinobody
love this old funky guitar solo