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.

Thank You
Dr. John Lyrics

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My praise rises unto you
Jehovah in the Zion
To You all the vows are performed
You who answers prayers
You who answers prayers
To you all flesh shall come
God of wealth, Good God
Thank You

Thank You
Thank You
Dalu eh (Thank You)
Ngiyagbonga (Thank You)
I have so many words to say
I have so many things to tell you, eh!
It will take a thousand years
It will take a million years
You have done so much oh
You have done too much oh
I just want to take this moment
Not to ask for anything
Just to say Ngiyagbonga (Thank You)
Ndo livhuwa baba eh (Thank you father)
Thank You
Thank You
Thank You
Dalu eh (Thank You)
Dalu eh (Thank You)
Dalu eh (Thank You)
Siyagbonga (Thank You)
Ngiyagbonga (Thank You)
Ngiyagbonga (Thank You)
Oh oh oh
My mouth is full of praises
My lips is full of worship
I have been behind in my praise
That if I start to praise you right now
It will take a million years
To give you all the Glory that is due to your name
You have done so much oh oh Yeah
kea leboga baba ah
Imela oh
Thank You
Thank You, Thank You, Imela oh
Dalu eh (Thank You)

Dalu eh (Thank You) Chioma me eh eh(My good God)
Ngiyagbonga (Thank You)

Overall Meaning

The song "Thank You" by Dr. John is a beautiful expression of gratitude to God. The lyrics speak of the singer's overwhelming sense of thankfulness for all that God has done for them. The song is sung in multiple languages including English, Nigerian, and South African, which demonstrates the universality of gratitude and its ability to transcend culture and language barriers. The singer thanks God for listening to their prayers, for being a God of wealth and for performing vows. The overall message of the song is that the singer wants to thank God for everything and doesn't need any further blessings or requests.

The repetition of the phrase "Thank You" throughout the song emphasizes the depth of the singer's gratitude. They feel that words are not enough to express their thankfulness, but they continue to offer praise and worship to God. The verse "My mouth is full of praises, my lips is full of worship" underscores the singer's desire to offer continuous praise to God.

Overall, "Thank You" is a beautiful expression of gratitude that can be appreciated by people from all walks of life. Its simple yet powerful lyrics inspire us to take a moment to reflect on all the blessings we have received and offer our thanks to God.

Line by Line Meaning

My praise rises unto you
I want to give you my praise

Jehovah in the Zion
I am praising the God of Zion

To You all the vows are performed
All the promises made to you are kept

You who answers prayers
You are the one who answers prayers

To you all flesh shall come
Everyone will come to you

God of wealth, Good God
You are the God of wealth and goodness

Thank You
Thank you for all you have done

Dalu eh (Thank You)
Thank you in Igbo

Ngiyagbonga (Thank You)
Thank you in Zulu

I have so many words to say
I have so many words of praise

It will take a thousand years
It will take so long to fully praise you