George Duke (b. 12 Jan 1946 in San Rafael, CA, USA - d. 5 Aug 2013 in Los A… Read Full Bio ↴George Duke (b. 12 Jan 1946 in San Rafael, CA, USA - d. 5 Aug 2013 in Los Angeles, CA), was a pianist and synthesizer pioneer, who also majored in the trombone. Early influences: Les McCann and cousin Charles Burrell. First gig was with the house band at the Half Note club and with vocal band Third Wave in 1968, from there he backed such musicians as Dizzy Gillespie, Kenny Dorham and Don Ellis, playing session musician on Jean-Luc Pontys Pacific Jazz Albums.1970 was a milestone for Duke playing on The Mothers of Invention album 200 Motels.

He then went on to join The Cannonball Adderley Quintet recording at least six albums with Adderley. Further collaborations with Frank Zappa and Billy Cobham came his first venture into the charts with "Reach for It" and "Dukey Stick". Reverting to his jazz roots his "Brazilian Love Affair" album even impressed his jazz critics after many accused him of selling out to pop.

I Want You for Myself
George Duke Lyrics

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Aw baby, I love your body when you dance this close to mine
And what I feel, I want to feel all the time
I want you for myself
I don't want no one else
I do love you

Oh baby, when you are dancin' and that glow is in your eyes
I get a thrill no one else can satisfy

I really love your smile
I want you by my side
I do love you

Oh baby, mm when you move, you know you move, the way you should
I want to love you, and you know that I'll be good

Oh baby, mm when you move, you know you move, the way you should
I want to love you, and you know that I'll be good

Overall Meaning

In George Duke's song "I Want You for Myself," the singer expresses his intense desire and love for the person he is speaking to. He declares his love for the way they move and dance close to him, and how he wants to feel that way all the time. He makes it clear that he wants this person for himself and doesn't want anyone else. Despite this, he also makes it clear that he will be good to them, highlighting his commitment to being a positive force in their life.

The song is full of passion and desire, as the singer expresses the intense attraction he feels towards the person he is addressing. The lyrics capture the feeling of being unable to resist someone's allure and wanting to be close to them all the time. Additionally, the song conveys a sense of commitment and loyalty, with the singer declaring his desire to be with this person exclusively.

Line by Line Meaning

Aw baby, I love your body when you dance this close to mine
I am attracted to you physically and enjoy dancing with you in close proximity.

And what I feel, I want to feel all the time
The emotions that arise from being close to you are what I desire to experience continuously.

I want you for myself
I want to have you all to myself and not share you with anyone else.

I don't want no one else
I am not interested in being in a romantic relationship with anyone else but you.

I do love you
I have genuine feelings of love for you.

Oh baby, when you are dancin' and that glow is in your eyes
I am mesmerized by the way you look when you dance and the light in your eyes.

I get a thrill no one else can satisfy
The excitement I feel when I am with you cannot be matched by anyone else.

I really love your smile
I am fond of the way you smile and it brings me joy.

I want you by my side
I desire for you to be with me and by my side.

Oh baby, mm when you move, you know you move, the way you should
I am impressed by the way you dance and feel that you do it in the best way possible.

I want to love you, and you know that I'll be good
I want to share my love with you and treat you well in our relationship.

Writer(s): George Duke

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