Listen to the Music
Incognito Lyrics


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Don't you feel it growin', day by day
People gettin' ready for the news
Some are happy, some are sad
Got to let the music play
What the people need
Is a way to make 'em smile
Ain’t so hard to do if you know how
Gotta get a message
Get it on through
Got to let the music play
Let the music play (Repeat)

Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
All the time, Let the music play

Well I know you know better, everything I say
Meet me in the country for a day
We'll be happy and we'll dance
We're gonna dance the blues away
If I'm feelin' good to you and you're feelin' good to me
There ain't nothin' we can't do or say
Feelin' good, feeling fine
Gonna let the music play
let the music play (Repeat)

Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
All the time

Like a lazy flowing river
Surrounding castles in the sky
The crowd is getting bigger
Listenin' for the happy sounds
I’ve got to let them fly

Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Oh, oh, oh listen to the music




All the time
Let the music play

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Incognito's song "Listen to the Music" are a call to action for people to come together and enjoy the power of music. The opening lines, "Don't you feel it growin', day by day/People gettin' ready for the news," suggest that people are eagerly anticipating a positive change that they believe is coming. The music becomes a unifying force that brings together people who have differing emotions and opinions about what is to come. The lyrics suggest that music has the power to lift people's moods and bring joy, even in difficult times.


The song also emphasizes the importance of connection between people. The verse "Well, I know you know better, everything I say/Meet me in the country for a day/We'll be happy and we'll dance/We're gonna dance the blues away" suggests that the singer is reaching out to someone they care about and offering an escape from the worries of the world through music and dancing. They acknowledge that there may be difficulties, but that they can be faced together and overcome.


Overall, the lyrics to "Listen to the Music" encourage people to come together and find joy and connection through music. It is a call to action to put aside differences and focus on the positive things that can come when we unite through music.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't you feel it growin', day by day
The world is changing and evolving every day


People gettin' ready for the news
People are preparing themselves for whatever comes next


Some are happy, some are sad
Different people react to change in different ways


Got to let the music play
Music is an important outlet of expression for people during difficult times


What the people need
In order to cope with the changes in the world,


Is a way to make 'em smile
People need things that bring them joy and happiness


Ain't so hard to do if you know how
It is not difficult to bring joy to others if you know how to do so


Gotta get a message
There is a message that needs to be conveyed


Get it on through
The message needs to be spread to others


Let the music play
Music is an effective way to spread a message and bring joy to people


Oh, oh, oh listen to the music
Listen to the music and let it bring you joy


All the time
Music is always available and can always bring joy


Well I know you know better, everything I say
You probably know what I am going to say next


Meet me in the country for a day
Let's get away from the troubles of the world and enjoy nature


We'll be happy and we'll dance
We will find joy and celebrate life by dancing


We're gonna dance the blues away
Dancing is a way to alleviate sadness and negativity


If I'm feelin' good to you and you're feelin' good to me
We can share and spread positivity if we are both in a good mood


There ain't nothin' we can't do or say
With positivity and joy, we can overcome any obstacle


Feelin' good, feeling fine
Feeling happy and content


Like a lazy flowing river
Life moves forward like a easy, calm river


Surrounding castles in the sky
Life and the world are full of wonder and imagination


The crowd is getting bigger
People are coming together to enjoy the music and each other's company


Listenin' for the happy sounds
People are seeking out joy and positivity in the music and in life


I've got to let them fly
I need to allow others to explore and find their own joy and happiness




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Tom Johnston

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Comments from YouTube:

@crh7742

Incognito are a band that can do no wrong in my eyes. They have brought much joy and funk to my life. Thank you, Incognito. xxx

@knowtheledge1930

CRH INDEED!

@keithbennett694

Didn`t think anyone could make this wonderful Doobie Brothers Track sound so good played another way. Love Incognito , saw them in Wolverhampton, too many years ago, was groovin on it for months. Everyone was dancing, smiling, complete feel good atmosphere.

@garrypeal2742

Stome queen

@alphablender

That's awesome I feel like listening new Jamiroquai tracks except that it's an awesome other band as talented as them, plus Incognito was before Jamiroquai, it's so great...I got to listen all their tracks asap...what an excellent funky music

@ScottPhillips55

Bluey is amazing, he just keeps going with superb music, line up changes and he always has a fabulous band and the best muso's! much respect to this very talented man! i love this version of this song! :)

@davehill5897

It is now 2016 and this still stonking music!I am 63 and I could still dance to this ALL NIGHT   awesome!

@eldaviii90

10 years have passed since I discovered this band and song, and they have grow old SO GREATLY.(Y)

@robjackson5245

Shit's gangsta! East Coast brothas on the strength. Niggaz betta recognize.

@weltmeisterbayernmunchen6308

this is better played than the original doobie brothers one,because here the jazz/funk chords and rhythms are in full control

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