Dr. John (born Malcolm John Rebennack on 20 November 1941; died 6 June 2019… Read Full Bio ↴Dr. John (born Malcolm John Rebennack on 20 November 1941; died 6 June 2019) was an American singer, pianist, guitarist, and songwriter whose music combined blues, boogie woogie and rock and roll. The winner of six Grammy awards, Rebennack was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by singer John Legend on Monday, March 14, 2011. He was variously known as Mac Rebennack, Dr. John Creaux, Dr. John, the Night Tripper.

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.

Gee Baby Ain’t I Good To You
Dr. John Lyrics

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What makes me treat you the way I do
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
There's nothing in the world
Too good for a girl that's good and true
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
Bought you a fur coat for Christmas
A diamond ring
A big Cadillac car

And everything
It's love that makes me treat you the way I do
Gee, baby ain't I good to you

What makes me treat you the way I do
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
There's nothing in the world
Too good for a guy that's good and true
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
Fur coat for Christmas
A diamond ring
A big Cadillac car
And everything
There's nothing in the world that I wouldn't do
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
What makes me treat you the way I do
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
There's nothing in the world
Too good for a girl that's good and true
Gee, baby ain't I good to you
Fur coat for Christmas
A diamond ring
Big Cadillac car
And everything
It's love that makes me treat you the way that I do

Gee, baby ain't I good to you
Gee, baby ain't I good to you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Gee Baby Ain't I Good to You" by Dr. John is a love letter from a man expressing his affection and admiration for his partner. The song talks about the exceptional way he treats his lover, and the lavish gifts he showers her with. The chorus repeatedly asks the rhetorical question, “Gee, baby ain’t I good to you?”, as he continues to list all the things he has done for her, emphasizing that his love makes him treat her so well.

The song uses a classic blues sound, with a slow and smooth rhythm creating a romantic atmosphere. The verses revolve around the theme of generosity and the fondness and respect the singer has for his partner. The chorus highlights the singer's confidence that he is able to provide his partner with everything she desires, due to his love for her.

In summary, this song is about a man expressing his appreciation and love for his partner, and emphasizing that his generous and loving behavior towards her is a result of his deep affection.

Line by Line Meaning

What makes me treat you the way I do
I am wondering why I treat you so well

Gee, baby ain't I good to you
Wow, I really do treat you well

There's nothing in the world Too good for a girl that's good and true
You are such a great girl, I believe you deserve the best in the world

Bought you a fur coat for Christmas A diamond ring A big Cadillac car And everything
I have given you many luxurious gifts

It's love that makes me treat you the way I do
I treat you this well because I love you

Gee, baby ain't I good to you
Wow, I really do treat you well

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Written by: ANDY RAZAF, DON REDMAN

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