Originally from Buffalo, New York, the band got stranded in Phoenix, Arizona while backing the O'Jays.
Vocalist Arlester "Dyke" Christian was shot to death in 1971.
We Got More Soul
Dyke & The Blazers Lyrics
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Sisters and my brothers
We got more soul, dig it
Sisters and my brothers
We got more soul
We got Ray Charles
Doing his thing
Doing his thing too
We got more soul
We got more soul
We got more soul
We got more soul
Dig it now
When we walk
We got more soul
We got it, when we talk
We got more soul
We got it, when we sing
Lord, have mercy
We got more soul
We got it
When we dance
We got more soul
We got Johnnie Taylor
Doing his thing
We got Johnnie Taylor
Yeah, doing his, ow
Listen!
We got more soul
We got more soul
We got more soul
We got more soul
Dig it
We got Aretha Franklin
Doing her thing
We got Nancy Wilson
Doing her thing
We got Pearl Bailey
Yeah, doing her thing
We got more soul
We got more soul, dig it
My sisters and my brothers
We got more soul
When we walk
We got it...
The song 'We Got More Soul' by Dyke & The Blazers is about the pride that the African-American community felt towards their culture and music. The lyrics show that they believe that they have more soul than anyone else in the world. They are declaring to the world that they have some of the most soulful singers and dancers, including Ray Charles, James Brown, Johnnie Taylor, Aretha Franklin, Nancy Wilson, and Pearl Bailey. The repetition of the phrase 'We got more soul' is used to emphasize just how much more soul they have compared to others.
The song exudes a sense of pride and identity, with the lyrics emphasizing the power of African American culture and music. The lyrics suggest that when they walk, talk, sing, and dance, they do so with more soul than anyone else. It is an empowering song that reminds the African American community of their inherent strengths and the beauty of their culture.
Overall, 'We Got More Soul' is an important song that celebrates the contributions of African Americans to the world of music. The song emphasizes the importance of pride, identity, and a collective sense of strength that comes from recognizing and celebrating one's culture and roots.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell the world
Announcing to everyone
Sisters and my brothers
Addressing the audience collectively
We got more soul, dig it
Confidently claiming and asserting superiority in musical talent
We got more soul
Continuing to assert superiority
We got Ray Charles, doing his thing
Listing accomplished musicians to emphasize claim of superiority
We got James Brown, yeah, doing his thing too
Further emphasizing accomplished musicians connected to the claim of superiority
When we walk, we got more soul
Asserting that the claim of superiority can even be seen in everyday movements
We got it, when we talk, we got more soul
Even communication is infused with a superior style
We got it, when we sing, lord have mercy
Claiming a soulful sound so good it makes people take notice
We got Johnnie Taylor, doing his thing
Once again emphasizing accomplished musicians
We got Johnnie Taylor, yeah, doing his, ow
Continuation of emphasis
We got Aretha Franklin, doing her thing
Adding one of the most famous and respected musicians of the time to the list of accomplished musicians
We got Nancy Wilson, doing her thing
Adding another accomplished musician to reinforce supremacy
We got Pearl Bailey, yeah, doing her thing
Listing yet another accomplished musician to further emphasize the point
My sisters and my brothers, We got more soul
Readdressing the audience to reinforce message and prioritize unity
Dig it now
Urging listeners to be convinced by the message and enjoy the music more deeply
We got more soul
Final reassertion of musical dominance
We got more soul
Final reassertion of musical dominance
We got more soul
Final reassertion of musical dominance
We got more soul
Final reassertion of musical dominance
Contributed by Natalie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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REMEMBERING
ARLESTER "DYKE" CHRISTIAN
(June 13, 1943 - March 13, 1971)
[06/13/2023]
@virgilrobertsjr7870
Dyke was what I would call a funk trailblazer!
☆☆☆☆☆
😎
@dennisscott1610
He sure was !!!!!
@archangelvvv
Damn Sho RIGHT!
@dennisscott1610
yeah, you are sure nuff right about that!!!!!!
@dougsnelling4576
I used to hear Dyke and the Blazers on the Buffalo WUFO station just across the border from my Canadian hometown, Hamilton when I was a teenager
. The REAL thing.
@rubedogg6969
It’s 2022 and Art Laboe is still alive and is still a DJ. RIP to every artist mentioned in this song.
@muatachikwendu-oc6wq
I still DJ this one I am 68
@captlarry-3525
A classic !
KDIA... The psychedelic wave.. couldn't drown out this greatness !
@stevesewall
KDIA Oakland CA in the late 60's - kept me going!