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.
Good times
Dr. John Lyrics
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What's in my heart, and why I love you so
I love you baby like a miner loves gold
Come on sugar, let the good times roll, hey!
So many people live in make believe
They keep a lot a going up their sleeves
But my love baby is no kind that folds
(Let the good times roll)
Ah baby, come on and let daddy fill your soul
Baby, let the good times roll
Hey!
A love is nice if it's understood
It's even nicer when you're feelin' good
You got me flippin' like flag on a pole
Come on sugar, let the good times roll
Hey! Yeah! Let the good times roll!
Feel me baby! Come on, good times roll!
Come on and let me fill your soul
Hey, let the good times roll
Dr. John's song "Let The Good Times Roll" is a song about the joy of love and the good times that come with it. The lyrics describe people who talk about the singer and his love, but they don't know what's in his heart and why he loves his partner so much. He compares his love for his partner to the way a miner loves gold, showing that their love is precious and valuable to him. The singer encourages his partner to let the good times roll and enjoy their love together.
The lyrics also touch on the importance of being true to oneself in love. The singer notes that many people live in make-believe and keep things hidden, but his love for his partner is honest and true. He encourages his partner to embrace the good times and let him fill her soul. The song is an expression of joy and celebration, encouraging listeners to let go of their worries and enjoy life's good moments.
Line by Line Meaning
People talkin' but they just don't know
There are many people talking about us, but they do not know the depth of our love and what is in our hearts
What's in my heart, and why I love you so
My love for you is true and deep, and I cannot express my feelings in words
I love you baby like a miner loves gold
My love for you is as strong and intense as the love of a miner for gold
Come on sugar, let the good times roll, hey!
Let us forget about our worries and enjoy the moment together, my dear
So many people live in make believe
Many people live in a world of illusions and are not honest with themselves or others
They keep a lot a going up their sleeves
They have many secrets and hidden agendas that they don't reveal to others
But my love baby is no kind that folds
My love for you is true and honest, and I have nothing to hide or keep from you
Come On Baby, let the good times roll
Let us enjoy our love and happiness together, and forget about the negativity around us
A love is nice if it's understood
Love is beautiful if both partners understand and appreciate each other
It's even nicer when you're feelin' good
Love becomes even more beautiful when we are happy and content
You got me flippin' like flag on a pole
Your love makes my heart flutter and my emotions spin around like a flag on a pole
Hey! Yeah! Let the good times roll!
Let us have fun and enjoy our love together
Feel me baby! Come on, good times roll!
Let us connect emotionally and physically, and experience the joy of being together
Come on and let me fill your soul
Let me love you and take care of you, and fill your life with happiness and joy
Hey, let the good times roll
Let us keep on enjoying our love and happiness, and forget about the worries and pains of the world
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EARL KING
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