One day when he was 15 years old, Israel was sitting at a picnic table on Makaha Beach playing his ukulele when Jerry Koko stopped by to talk story. Jerry invited Israel over to his house to kanikapila (play music). He then met Moon Kauakahi and Jerry's brother, John Koko. Israel told the boys about his brother, Skippy, and how he could play guitar. After playing togther for awhile, the boys decided to start a group and the Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau were born. First consisting of Israel, Skippy, Moon, Mel Amina (Israel's cousin) and Sam Grey, their first big break was being on the Jerry Lewis telethon.
Blow My Mind
Israel Lyrics
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Quite as good as I should have
Maybe I didn't love you
Quite as often as I could have
I just never took the time
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
Maybe I didn't hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
And I guess I never told you
I'm so happy that you're mine
If I made you feel second best
Girl I'm so sorry, I was blind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
Tell me
Tell me that your sweet love hasn't died
Give me
Give me one more chance to keep you satisfied
Satisfied
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
The lyrics of Israel's song "Blow My Mind" convey a sense of regret and reflection on a past relationship. The singer acknowledges that he might not have treated his partner as well as he should have and didn't express his love and appreciation enough. He realizes that there were little things he should have said and done, but he never took the time to do so. Despite this, the person he is addressing was always on his mind, indicating that he held a deep emotional connection to them.
The second verse continues the theme of regret, mentioning the lack of physical and emotional support the singer provided during lonely times. He confesses that he never told the person how happy they made him feel, and he apologizes for making them feel like they were second best. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the person was always on his mind, emphasizing their continued presence in his thoughts.
Overall, the lyrics express remorse for not appreciating and reciprocating the love given by the other person. It signifies a desire for another chance to make things right and keep the relationship intact.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I didn't treat you
Perhaps I failed to treat you with the respect and care you deserved
Quite as good as I should have
Not as well as I should have
Maybe I didn't love you
Possibly, I didn't express my love for you
Quite as often as I could have
Not as frequently as I had the opportunity to
Little things I should have said and done
I regret not doing and saying the small things that would have made a difference
I just never took the time
I failed to prioritize and make the necessary effort
You were always on my mind
You were constantly in my thoughts
Maybe I didn't hold you
Perhaps I didn't embrace and support you
All those lonely, lonely times
During the moments when you felt alone
And I guess I never told you
And I suppose I never expressed
I'm so happy that you're mine
How truly grateful I am to have you in my life
If I made you feel second best
If I made you feel less important or valued
Girl I'm so sorry, I was blind
I deeply apologize, I failed to see
Tell me
Please, let me know
Tell me that your sweet love hasn't died
Assure me that your affection and love for me haven't faded
Give me
Grant me
Give me one more chance to keep you satisfied
Provide me with another opportunity to fulfill your needs and make you happy
Satisfied
Content and fulfilled
You were always on my mind
You were consistently present in my thoughts
You were always on my mind
You were always a priority in my mind
You were always on my mind
You were constantly in my thoughts
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Wayne Carson Thompson, John Jr. Christopher, Mark James
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