2. 'Jamal' is a polish reggae and hip-hop formation started in 1999 in the Polish town of Radom. It consists of 'Tomek "Miodu" Mioduszewski' and 'Łukasz Borowiecki'.
3. Jamal Wasswa, an Ugandan music artist. Known for dancehall, reggae and afrobeat songs.
Ahmad's Blues
Jamal Lyrics
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Tryin' to find myself a way to pay my dues
And would you believe it I'm so urban
My suburban friends don't know my bag of blues
I'm up in the morning on the corner so siditty
That you'd hardly know it's me
And late in the evening when I'm mellow
It's a world full of cocktails at nine
And dinners and wine very late shows
And where the crowd goes
I'm a girl with a world of her owna queen on her throne
Till everything's gone and then
I wake up to find that I'm a stranger
In a world where I have never before
I look for my man who held my hand
But now I know that he'll be coming back no more
I'm telling you 'bout this bag of blues
Paid a whole lotta dues baby
Gonna change my way of livin' talkin' bags of blues
Mister don't you see I'm paying dues
Gonna change me some shoes baby
Walkin' in a daze to my apartment where I'll grab another wink
And doze on the sofa 'til eleven then get up and pour myself another drink
While back at the party I'll be hardy while I'm waitin' for some better news
But now in the meantime I'll just sit right here and cool it
We're gonna cool it now and listen to the rhythm
Ahmad's blues
In Jamal's song "Ahmad's Blues," the lyrics depict the singer's search for identity and struggle with societal expectations. The opening lines, "I go through the strangest kind of changes, Tryin' to find myself a way to pay my dues," highlight the singer's desire for personal growth and a sense of purpose. They feel conflicted between their urban lifestyle and suburban friends who may not understand their "bag of blues," indicating a disconnect between their inner experiences and external appearance.
The lyrics further express the singer's duality, as they mention being different personas in the morning and evening. In the morning, they present a confident and sophisticated image as "a girl with a world of her own, a queen on her throne." However, as the night progresses and the facade fades, they awaken to the reality that they are a stranger in a world they don't fully belong to. They search for a significant other who used to be their support, only to realize that person will never return.
The song captures a sense of searching for self-identity and belonging, while also acknowledging the hardships and dues the singer has paid along the way. The repeated mention of "bags of blues" symbolizes the emotional weight they carry, and the desire to change and grow. Overall, "Ahmad's Blues" explores the inner struggles and societal pressures faced by the singer as they navigate their own unique path.
Line by Line Meaning
I go through the strangest kind of changes
I experience various unexpected and unique transformations
Tryin' to find myself a way to pay my dues
Attempting to discover a means to fulfill my obligations
And would you believe it I'm so urban
Surprisingly, I have become quite urban
My suburban friends don't know my bag of blues
My friends from the suburbs are unaware of the burdens I carry
I'm up in the morning on the corner so siditty
In the morning, I am on the corner, appearing elegant and sophisticated
That you'd hardly know it's me
To the extent that one might barely recognize me
And late in the evening when I'm mellow
And during the late evening, when I am relaxed
There's my fellow with the world for me to see
There is my companion, presenting a world for me to explore
It's a world full of cocktails at nine
A world abundant with cocktails at nine o'clock
And dinners and wine very late shows
And lavish dinners, wine, and late-night entertainment
And where the crowd goes
And where the crowd gathers
I'm a girl with a world of her own
I am a woman who possesses a unique world
A queen on her throne
A ruler seated on her majestic throne
Till everything's gone and then
Until everything vanishes, and subsequently
I wake up to find that I'm a stranger
I awaken to discover that I am a stranger
In a world where I have never before
In a realm I have never previously experienced
I look for my man who held my hand
I search for the man who once supported me
But now I know that he'll be coming back no more
However, now I realize he will never return
I'm telling you 'bout this bag of blues
I am sharing with you the story of my burdensome sadness
Paid a whole lotta dues baby
I have paid a significant amount of my obligations, my dear
Gonna change my way of livin' talkin' bags of blues
I am going to modify my lifestyle, addressing these burdensome feelings
Mister don't you see I'm paying dues
Sir, do you not comprehend that I am fulfilling my obligations
Gonna change me some shoes baby
I am going to acquire new footwear, my dear
Walkin' in a daze to my apartment where I'll grab another wink
Strolling absentmindedly to my residence, where I shall take a short rest
And doze on the sofa 'til eleven then get up and pour myself another drink
And slumber on the couch until eleven o'clock, then rise to pour another beverage
While back at the party I'll be hardy while I'm waitin' for some better news
Meanwhile, at the gathering, I shall remain spirited while anticipating positive tidings
But now in the meantime I'll just sit right here and cool it
However, for the time being, I shall remain seated here in a relaxed manner
We're gonna cool it now and listen to the rhythm
We are going to relax now and listen attentively to the rhythmic music
Ahmad's blues
The blues performed by Ahmad, expressing his emotions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AHMAD JAMAL
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@thomasboehnlein5205
This isn't the song that got me started with jazz. But had I heard this song first, it absolutely would have been the one to start the obsession. I fell in love with it instantly.
@TravelLifestyleWithAlinase
Agreed 🥰
@CalebOrvik
Rest In Peace to the great Ahmad Jamal…💯
@omiriandadream
Kaleidoscope on Netflix 'episode orange' brought me here
@greenblaze9189
I can't believe this day has actually come. I thought I'd be prepared emotionally.
@JeffTheGent
🕊❤️ to one of the greatest to ever touch the 88s, Ahmad Jamal, born Frederick Russell Jones, 7/2/30 - 4/16/23. 💐🎼🎹
@RonReederDigstheUniverse
The late great Paul Ray opened his shows with this song on Austin's KUT back in the 90s. It still gives me chills.
@MH-il1lk
If someone doesn't understand the swing feel, play them this piece.
@Bati_
Exactly! Swing feel is so good on this one…
@garrettgoins9894
""TO THE PERSON WHO SHARED THIS ALBUM ,.. YOU NEED TO KNOW HOW MUCH YOU ARE LOVED AND APPRECIATED BY COLLECTORS OF BLUES AND JAZZ , HISTORIANS, MUSICOLOGIST, PRESERVING LP LIKE THIS IS IMPORTANT TO ME, AND MANY MANY OTHERS, THEY JUST HAVEN'T TOLD YOU YET...SERIOUSLY WE ALL THANK YOU, YOU BRING SO MUCH JOY,..KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.. (MISSING A GREAT JAZZ PLAYER AHMAD JAMAL LEFT US WITH A HUGE AMOUNT OF JAZZ IN THE VAULTS TO BE RELEASED ON CHESS)