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Everette Harp started playing piano at two and began practicing saxophone at the age of four. The youngest of the eight children of a minister, gospel music was one of Harp's earliest influences. Harp started playing jazz in high school, and graduated from North Texas State University with a music major in the early 1980s. While there he joined Phi Beta Sigma. Working as an accountant for a short time, Harp played in local bands before moving to Los Angeles in 1988. He immediately toured briefly with Teena Marie, and then internationally with Anita Baker. In 1992, Harp released his self-titled solo debut.
Soon after Harp played at the Montreux Jazz Festival, and began weekly appearances on The Arsenio Hall Show. He continued to play & tour with notables, including Chaka Khan, George Duke, Chante Moore, Anita Baker, Kenny Loggins, Brenda Russell, Marcus Miller, Dianne Reeves, and many more. Harp is also known for his performances with Marcus Miller along with David Sanborn and Wayne Shorter. In the past few years Harp has reduced his side gigs to focus on his solo career. Harp has also performed at the Omaha Blues, Jazz, & Gospel Festival held annually in North Omaha, Nebraska in August. He also performed "Soul Train '93" (You Know You Want to Dance)" with the rap group Naughty by Nature in 1993.
Right On
Everette Harp Lyrics
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That's alright people
I know that's alright
Oh, when we love each other
I know that's alright
Oh feel it, feel it
Oh everybody feel it
God know that's alright, yes
With money to spend
Some of us were born
For races to win
Some of us are aware
That it's good for us to care
Some of us feel the icy wind
Of poverty blowing in the air
For those of us who simply like to socialize
For those of us who tend the sick
Ah, and heed the people's cries
Let me say to you
Right on
Right on, feel it
Yea, oh, oh, oh Lord, Lord, people
And I say, right on
Honey right on
For those of us who live
Where peace is craved
For those of us who live, uh-huh
Where hatred is enslaved, alright
For those of us who live a life
Yea, surrounded by good fortune and wealth
Talk about it
Those of us who live a life
Hey, hey, hey enjoying ourselves
For those of us who got drowned
In the sea of happiness
For the soul that takes pride in his God
And himself and everything else
Love
That's all it is
We need love
That's all it is
Oh, oh
Love, love
Love's the thing
Love, love, love, love
Sweet love, love
Wonderful love
Ah, true love, love
Love for your brother
Love, for God
Pure love
Love can conquer hate every time
Give out some love and you'll find
Peace sublime
And my darling, one more thing
If you let me, I will take you
To live where love is King
Ah, ah baby, baby
Ah, ah, ah, baby
People, people
People who love and care
That's alright
Alright
Ah...
The song "Right On" by Everette Harp is a soulful and uplifting piece about the power of love to overcome all obstacles. The song starts with a simple affirmation, "Hey baby, that's alright people, I know that's alright," setting the tone for the rest of the song's message of acceptance and understanding. The lyrics speak of those who come from different walks of life, some with wealth and privilege, others with poverty and struggle. Despite these differences, the song promotes togetherness and supporting one another through hard times.
The song also speaks of the importance of love in all its forms, whether it be love for family, love for God, or love for humanity as a whole. Harp also notes that love can conquer hate, and peace can be achieved through spreading love to others. The song's message is one of unity, hope, and positivity, uplifting the listener with its soulful melody and powerful lyrics.
Overall, "Right On" is a touching tribute to the power of love and its ability to bring people together.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey baby
Addressing audience in a friendly tone
That's alright people
Everything's okay
I know that's alright
I am sure everything's okay
Oh, when we love each other
When we love each other
I know that's alright
Everything's okay
Oh feel it, feel it
Experience it
Oh everybody feel it
Everyone should experience it too
God know that's alright, yes
God knows everything's okay too
Some of us were born
Not all of us are the same
With money to spend
Some were born wealthy
Some of us were born
Not all of us have the same destiny
For races to win
Some were born to compete
Some of us are aware
Some of us understand
That it's good for us to care
That caring for others is good
Some of us feel the icy wind
Others struggle
Of poverty blowing in the air
Life is tough for many
For those of us who simply like to socialize
For those who enjoy spending time with other people
For those of us who tend the sick
For those working in healthcare
Ah, and heed the people's cries
Recognizing and responding to the needs of others
Let me say to you
Let me tell you
Right on
Excellent, a job well done
Right on, feel it
That's it, keep going with what you're doing
Yea, oh, oh, oh Lord, Lord, people
Expressing enthusiasm and enjoyment
And I say, right on
I agree, well done
Honey right on
Displaying affection for another person
For those of us who live
For people living
Where peace is craved
In places where people desire peace
For those of us who live, uh-huh
For people who exist
Where hatred is enslaved, alright
In places where people are free from hate
For those of us who live a life
For people who go through life
Yea, surrounded by good fortune and wealth
In places where people are wealthy
Talk about it
Discuss it
Those of us who live a life
Those living life
Hey, hey, hey enjoying ourselves
People who are having fun
For those of us who got drowned
For those going through difficult times
In the sea of happiness
Feeling overwhelmed with happiness
For the soul that takes pride in his God
For those who are proud of their spirituality
And himself and everything else
For people who are confident in themselves and their surroundings
Love
Love
That's all it is
That's what it means
We need love
We require love
That's all it is
That's what it means
Oh, oh
Expressing excitement
Love, love
Repeatedly saying love
Love's the thing
Love is what's important
Love, love, love, love
Repeating love multiple times
Sweet love, love
Emphasizing the pleasantness of love
Wonderful love
Describing love positively
Ah, true love, love
Describing true love
Love for your brother
Caring for others
Love, for God
Spiritual love
Pure love
Unconditional love
Love can conquer hate every time
Love is a more powerful force than hate
Give out some love and you'll find
Showing love to others
Peace sublime
Finding inner peace
And my darling, one more thing
Speaking affectionately
If you let me, I will take you
Expressing a desire to bring someone with you
To live where love is King
Describing a place where love is prevalent
Ah, ah baby, baby
Expressing affection and care
Ah, ah, ah, baby
Expressing affection and care
People, people
Addressing audience in a friendly tone
People who love and care
Describing people full of love
That's alright
Everything's okay
Alright
Okay
Ah...
Continuation of speech
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Earl C. DeRouen, Marvin P Gaye
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