George Benson (b. March 22, 1943, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is an American musician, whose recording career began at the age of twenty-one as a jazz guitarist. He is however, better known to the public at large as a Pop and R&B singer, famous for such hits as "Give Me The Night", "Lady Love Me (One More Time)", "Turn Your Love Around", "In Your Eyes" and "This Masquerade", among others.
Mornin'
George Benson & Al Jarreau Lyrics
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Mornin' little Cheerios
Mornin' sister Oriole
Did I tell you everything is fine
In my mind?
Mornin' Mr. Shoe Shine Man
Shine 'em bright in white and tan
Need I tell you that
Everything here is just fine
In my mind
'Scuse me if I sing
My heart has found its wings
Searchin' high and low
And now at last I know
Mornin' Mr. Golden Gate
I should walk but I can't wait
I can't wait to set it straight
I was shakin' but now I am
Makin' it fine
Here in my mind
My heart will soar
With love that's rare and real
My smiling face will feel every cloud
Then higher still
Beyond the blue until
I know I can
Like any man
Reach out my hand
And touch the face of God
'Scuse me if I sing
My heart has found its wings
Searchin' high and low
And now at last I know
Mornin' Mr. Radio
Mornin' little Cheerios
Mornin' sister Oriole
Did I tell you everything is fine
Woo, in my mind?
So, won't you get up Oriole?
So, won't you get up Cheerios?
Wake up Mr. Radio
It's fine
Here in my mind
Singin' 'bout mornin' little radio
Mornin' little Cheerios
The song "Mornin'" sung by George Benson and Al Jarreau is a delightful musical journey that captures the essence of waking up to a new day with a sense of hope and positivity. The lyrics are a call out to all the things that make the morning beautiful, from the "Mr. Radio" to "little Cheerios" and "sister Oriole." The singers acknowledge that their life is sorted, and everything is "fine in their mind." The lyrics are an ode to the simple pleasures of life and the small things that bring joy to our lives, like seeing the Golden Gate, getting a shiny shoe, and feeling loved.
The song essentially conveys a sense of hope, elation, and gratitude for life. George Benson's scat singing and Al Jarreau's mesmerizing voice enhance the lyrics, making the song even more enjoyable. The lyrics that go "My heart will soar, with love that's rare and real" and "Beyond the blue until I know I can Like any man Reach out my hand And touch the face of God" display a sense of spiritual consciousness, implying that the singers feel connected to something higher than themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Mornin' Mr. Radio
Good morning to the sound machines which make our day lively.
Mornin' little Cheerios
Good morning to the small, crispy, and delicious cereal rings that are a part of our breakfast.
Mornin' sister Oriole
Good morning to the beautiful and melodious bird Oriole, signaling the arrival of a new day.
Did I tell you everything is fine
In my mind?
I am feeling good and happy within myself, mentally and emotionally.
Mornin' Mr. Shoe Shine Man
Good morning to the man who cleans and polishes shoes for living.
Shine 'em bright in white and tan
My baby said she loves me and
Need I tell you that
Everything here is just fine
In my mind
I want you to clean my shoes properly and give them a bright, white, and tan look. My girlfriend loves me, and I don't have to tell you because my life is going great.
'Scuse me if I sing
My heart has found its wings
Searchin' high and low
And now at last I know
Please excuse me if I sing because I am happy and content. I searched everywhere for happiness, and now I have finally found it.
Mornin' Mr. Golden Gate
I should walk but I can't wait
I can't wait to set it straight
I was shakin' but now I am
Makin' it fine
Here in my mind
Good morning golden gate bridge, although I should walk, I can't wait to straighten out my life. I was afraid of the challenges, but now I am overcoming them and doing well in my mental space.
My heart will soar
With love that's rare and real
My smiling face will feel every cloud
Then higher still
Beyond the blue until
I know I can
Like any man
Reach out my hand
And touch the face of God
I am full of deep and genuine love that makes me empowered and able to rise above my troubles. I am above every obstacle and challenge, and I recognize my strength to touch the face of God.
So, won't you get up Oriole?
So, won't you get up Cheerios?
Wake up Mr. Radio
It's fine
Here in my mind
I am feeling good, and I want everyone around me to join me in the happiness, including things like birds, cereals, and the radio. Everything is great within myself.
Singin' 'bout mornin' little radio
Mornin' little Cheerios
I am expressing my joy and gratitude for the little things in life, such as the radio and Cheerios in the morning.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, GARDEN RAKE MUSIC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: David Foster, Jay Joseph Graydon, Al Jarreau
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Moyses Serfaty
Essa linda canção por estes dois craques internacionais é tudo de magnífico !! Al Jarreau, vc sempre viverá em meu coração com seu talento, sua voz divina e única !!
Mrs H Dixon
On their own Al and George are absolutely fantastic performers and they have each been blessed with such extraordinary voices and style! But together teaming up together once in awhile brings out heavenly magic!
Si Simmonds
💯 👊
Saney Souza
Perfeição!
Trinkett de Medeiros
George Benson & Al Jarreau - Mornin' : this version of "Mornin" is so blissful to listen to first thing in the morning! It has put a great big smile on my face. Thank you for uploading & sharing this incredible delight song. :)
Cameron Evans
Definitely a great song featuring some of the best in the business. George Benson, Al Jarreau, and Marion Meadows.
Theresya Leiwakabessy
Thank you for this wonderful song. God bless you, Mr. George Benson & Mr. All Jarreau! <3
Desree Marcus
Such melodies voice's thanks Al and George for such a piece of music.
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2 legends on one CD its to much for me 😂😂😂
OjaiRoy
I know what you mean and fortunately I got to see them in concerts.