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.
Mos' Scocious
Dr. John Lyrics
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Mos' Scocious
Down, get down, inside your love
Mos' Scocious
Baby come on out your satchel
Mos' Scocious
Do the thing so natural
Mos' Scocious
Don't you tell what you D-I-D
Can't show me how it T-I is
Take care of your B-I-Z
Sell out no L-O-V-E
Bodacious, hellacious Y-O-U
Mos' Scocious
Why catch up for you know who?
Mos' Scocious and soulful baby
I've got beaucoup love for you
Crazy over you
Mos' Scocious
Crazy over you
Stimulation to my body
(Whatcha doin to me, Whatcha doin' to me)
Is a heavenly feelin' to my soul
(Whatcha doin to me, Whatcha doin' to me)
To learn in my heart, I've got your lovin',
I've got your love
(Whatcha doin to me, Whatcha doin' to me)
It is soulful as it is bold
Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Haven't I ever felt nobody like you?
Mos' Scocious
Mos' Scocious
Let me fill your ship with love
Mos' Scocious
Let me fill your life with happiness
Mos' Scocious
Let me fill your heart with love, huh
Mos' Scocious
Mos' Scocious
Yes, soulful baby
Mos' Scocious
Crazy over you
The lyrics to Dr. John's "Mos' Scocious" are a combination of playful flirtation and smooth, soulful expressions of deep affection. The singer wants to "do you up so bad," using the phrase "Mos' Scocious" to express his intense lust for his lover. He sings about the heavenly feeling that his lover's touch brings and how crazy he is about her. However, the singer also implores his lover to keep their relationship on the down-low, using playful code words to express his desire for secrecy.
Throughout the song, Dr. John's raspy voice changes pace and tone, shifting between seductive whispers and enthusiastic exclamations. The repetition of "Mos' Scocious" is more than a catchy hook; it's a declaration of Dr. John's unique sound and style, which interweaves elements of funk, blues, R&B, and jazz. The build-up of instruments and the loose, full-bodied groove emphasize the song's self-assured energy.
Overall, "Mos' Scocious" sounds like an ode to desire, with Dr. John using his rich voice and soulful instrumentation to create a joyful celebration of sensuality and love.
Line by Line Meaning
I really wanna do you up so bad
Mos' Scocious
I want you so badly, it's crazy
Down, get down, inside your love
Mos' Scocious
Let's get intimate
Baby come on out your satchel
Mos' Scocious
Show me what you've got
Do the thing so natural
Mos' Scocious
Let's be ourselves
Don't you tell what you D-I-D
Can't show me how it T-I is
Take care of your B-I-Z
Sell out no L-O-V-E
Keep things private, handle your responsibilities, and stay true to love
Bodacious, hellacious Y-O-U
Mos' Scocious
Why catch up for you know who?
Mos' Scocious and soulful baby
I've got beaucoup love for you
Crazy over you
Mos' Scocious
Crazy over you
You're amazing, let's not compare ourselves to others. I love you a lot and it's making me feel crazy.
Stimulation to my body
(Whatcha doin to me, Whatcha doin' to me)
Is a heavenly feelin' to my soul
(Whatcha doin to me, Whatcha doin' to me)
To learn in my heart, I've got your lovin',
I've got your love
(Whatcha doin to me, Whatcha doin' to me)
It is soulful as it is bold
Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Being with you is amazing physically and spiritually. I can feel your love and it's powerful.
Haven't I ever felt nobody like you?
Mos' Scocious
Mos' Scocious
Let me fill your ship with love
Mos' Scocious
Let me fill your life with happiness
Mos' Scocious
Let me fill your heart with love, huh
Mos' Scocious
Mos' Scocious
Yes, soulful baby
Mos' Scocious
Crazy over you
You're unique and nobody compares to you. Let me love you and bring you happiness in all aspects of life. I'm crazy about you.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAC REBENNACK, MALCOLM J. REBENNACK
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