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With a background in percussion, piano, guitar and classical voice, Gary is an independent musician frustrated with the low quality and decaying morality of popular music. His originals blend melodic elements of rock/blues with the groove centered feel of soul and funk, together with thoughtful inspirational lyrics, into a style all his own.
Along with hard hitting originals, Gary wields an ocean of covers from contemporary and classic artists, honing his craft in everything from coffee shops and bars to private parties and corporate events. You can catch Gary performing regularly at the Streets of Southpoint Mall in Durham, NC.
Though the songs vary and the topics are diverse, the ultimate message behind my music is that we are not alone. Despite the tragedies, failures and ugliness of life, there is still someone upstairs who sees and cares about each one of us. You are not alone. You never have been, and you never will be. Enjoy the music, and be encouraged that the Lord above is with us and is always ready to help if we would only look to Him and trust.
Think About It
Gary Mitchell Lyrics
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The words don?t phase you, they just fly right past.
Have you ever stopped to hear what they?re saying to you
Do you do what they do?
They say ?Just dance all night and have a good time.
Make a little love now, oh, it?ll be just fine.
Do what you wanna do, what could go wrong??
Cause after all its just a song.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, so don?t believe everything you hear.
Cause if that?s your reality, you?ve got a lot to fear.
Do you ever wonder, do you ever doubt it.
What are you listening to? you need to think about it.
Sit-coms, make-overs, music videos.
Teen dramas, soap operas, and those reality shows.
Three hundred channels and there?s still nothing on tv. Do you see what I see?
I see people fighting like jackals just to win the game.
Oh, they?ll do anything at all to win their fortune and fame.
And I see please make me over, cause I don?t like who I am.
Change my face if you can.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, so don?t believe everything you see.
Cause not everything is right that?s on the tv screen.
There?s so much more than meets the eye, don?t you ever doubt it.
What are you watching? You really need to think about it.
Think about it.
So what?s on your mind friend? What?s eating you?
Where do your thoughts seem to wander to.
What you say and do all starts there in your mind.
So what?s up there all the time?
Is it money? Is it people? Is it him or her?
All the things you wish you had or that you wish that you were.
Are you stressed about tomorrow? Are you chased by yesterday?
Well who cares anyway?
Yeah, yeah, yeah, you better be careful how you think alright.
Cause whatever consumes your thoughts controls your life.
And all those things you keep inside can and will be outed.
What are you thinking? You really need...
What are you watching? You really need to think about it.
What are you listening to? You need to think about it...
Think about it.
The song "Think About It" by Gary Mitchell is a call to action for listeners to become more aware of what they consume, whether it is in the form of music, television, or other media. Mitchell is asking his audience to put a critical eye and ear on what they are taking in and not just accept it blindly. The song tells listeners to not believe everything they hear in songs or see on TV, as they may not necessarily be true or good for them. Mitchell implores his audience to think for themselves, to be mindful of what their thoughts and actions are, as what they consume and how they think can dictate their life.
One of the most striking things about this song is its relevance in today's world. Many of us consume media at an alarming rate, and it's easy for us to mindlessly take in content without thinking about its impact on our lives. This song is a wake-up call for listeners to take a step back and examine what they're consuming, whether it's music or TV or anything else, and make sure it aligns with their values and doesn't negatively affect their life.
Line by Line Meaning
The beat’s alright and you like to dance
You enjoy the rhythm of the music and dancing to it, and that's okay.
The words don’t phase you, they just fly right past
You don't pay attention to the lyrics of the song, and they don't affect you.
Have you ever stopped to hear what they’re saying to you
Have you ever truly listened to the words being spoken in the song?
Do you do what they do?
Do you act in the same way as the song suggests?
They say ‘Just dance all night and have a good time. Make a little love now, oh, it’ll be just fine. Do what you wanna do, what could go wrong?’ Cause after all its just a song.
The song encourages you to dance, indulge in pleasure, and do whatever you want without thinking of the consequences.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, so don’t believe everything you hear. Cause if that’s your reality, you’ve got a lot to fear.
Don't take everything at face value, because if you do, then you will have to deal with the negative consequences that follow.
Do you ever wonder, do you ever doubt it. What are you listening to? you need to think about it.
Have you ever questioned what you're listening to, and do you ever think about the potential impact it may have on you?
Sit-coms, make-overs, music videos. Teen dramas, soap operas, and those reality shows. Three hundred channels and there’s still nothing on tv. Do you see what I see?
There are so many shows on TV that showcase conflict, unrealistic beauty standards, and just empty entertainment. Do you notice this too?
I see people fighting like jackals just to win the game. Oh, they’ll do anything at all to win their fortune and fame. And I see please make me over, cause I don’t like who I am. Change my face if you can.
I see people going to great lengths to gain fame and fortune instead of being happy with who they are, and I see people desperate to change their appearance to fit societal beauty standards.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, so don’t believe everything you see. Cause not everything is right that’s on the tv screen.
Just because something is on the television doesn't make it true, and you shouldn't blindly accept everything you see.
There’s so much more than meets the eye, don’t you ever doubt it. What are you watching? You really need to think about it. Think about it.
There's often more to things than what you see on the surface, and you should take the time to consider what you're watching.
So what’s on your mind friend? What’s eating you? Where do your thoughts seem to wander to.
What are you thinking about? What's weighing on your mind? Where do your thoughts lead you?
What you say and do all starts there in your mind. So what’s up there all the time?
Your thoughts dictate your actions and words, so what's constantly on your mind?
Is it money? Is it people? Is it him or her? All the things you wish you had or that you wish that you were. Are you stressed about tomorrow? Are you chased by yesterday? Well who cares anyway?
Are you always thinking about material possessions or other people? Are you always focused on your past or future? Sometimes it doesn't matter anyway.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, you better be careful how you think alright. Cause whatever consumes your thoughts controls your life. And all those things you keep inside can and will be outed.
Be careful what you think about because it will control your life. Your secrets and inner thoughts will eventually be revealed.
What are you thinking? You really need... What are you watching? You really need to think about it. What are you listening to? You need to think about it... Think about it.
It's essential to think about what you're thinking, watching, and listening to because it has a significant impact on your life.
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