Sure Cure For The Blues
Four Jacks Lyrics
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If you get spots before your eyes and your health starts failing you
Come to my office I'll see what's ailing you
Doctor doctor, save me the day, I need some lovin' and need it right away
Cause that's sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
Sure cure to drive those blues away
Come back tomorrow I'll see what else you got
Sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
Sure cure to drive those blues away
Grandma bawls out, so full of pain
It's a real good lovin' man
Sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
Sure cure to drive those blues away
You say you got fever, you say you got chills
A shot of my needle, you can throw away your pills
Sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
Sure cure to drive those blues away
I feel so bad and my head's about to spin
I feel so bad and my head's about to spin
I've treated other women in the same old shape you're in
I felt so bad, both day and night
A skip dose of lovin' made everything all right
Sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
Sure cure to drive those blues away
The lyrics to Four Jacks’ song Sure Cure For The Blues serve as a clever metaphor about the healing powers of love. The singer takes on the role of a doctor who promises to cure any ailment with a guaranteed cure for the blues that involves his lovin’ touch. The song opens with the singer offering his services to anyone who may be feeling sick or down. He assures them that he can diagnose what is ailing them and offer a “sure cure” to chase away their blues. The repetitive chorus emphasizes the power of his treatment to cure all forms of feeling blue, as he encourages listeners to take his medicine and shots to feel better.
As the song progresses, the doctor’s treatment becomes more intimate and personal. He references treating other women in the same predicament and assures the audience that he knows what will work. The final verse reveals that the singer himself has been in need of a “skip dose of lovin’” to cure his own blues. In essence, the song is a sly wink to the healing power of love and the positive impact it can have on someone who is feeling unwell or unhappy.
Line by Line Meaning
If you get spots before your eyes and your health starts failing you
If you are feeling unwell and experiencing visual disturbances
Come to my office I'll see what's ailing you
Come to my clinic and I will diagnose your symptoms
Doctor doctor, save me the day, I need some lovin' and need it right away
Doctor, doctor, please help me ASAP, I need some love and affection
Cause that's sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
As that would be a definite remedy for my emotional distress
Sure cure to drive those blues away
Cure my psychological problems and increase my happiness
Take this medicine take this shot
Here, take this medication or injection
Come back tomorrow I'll see what else you got
Return tomorrow, I'll examine you further
Grandma bawls out, so full of pain
Grandma cries out in agony
It's a real good lovin' man
A man who is capable of providing physical affection
You say you got fever, you say you got chills
You mention having a high body temperature and feeling cold
A shot of my needle, you can throw away your pills
I will give you an injection that will be better than taking pills
I feel so bad and my head's about to spin
I feel terrible and disoriented
I've treated other women in the same old shape you're in
I have helped other women who were in a similar state like yours
A skip dose of lovin' made everything all right
A dose of physical affection was enough to cure me
Sure cure for the blues, sure cure for the blues
Definitely heal me emotionally
Sure cure to drive those blues away
Certainly alleviate my sadness
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARIO DELAGARDE, RICK RAVON DARNELL, SAM PETTUS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@littlewalter44
What a super track! The Four Jacks were an under-appreciated 1950’s vocal group, with a killer bass man
@PeterJohnButler
Superb !
@markangus3252
One of my favourites.
@alain59200
love this track thank for the sharing
@claudiavilla6570
do jeito que eu gosto para dançar
@terrymcenhill4645
what a tune ....
@destinationdoowop
Although recorded for Cincy's Federal Records, Four Jacks were from LA. Paired with Shirley Haven for this one. Bass Ellison White shared lead duties. Federal 12079 - 1952.
@harptone55
Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@maryrichardson6029
Love Love 💝
@philippelandry4802
Super for dancers .