He falls in love with the harmonica in the sixties after listening to the records of various folk and rock artists (Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones). A trip to the US gives him an opportunity to try his luck first-hand with the blues, and he launches into a musical career at the end of the 1970s, at first as a sideman with various leading Franch pop artists including Yves Montand, Eddy Mitchell, Jean-Jacques Goldman, Maxime Le Forestier, Barbara, Charles Aznavour. Like the young Stevie WonderJJ’s virtuosity allows him to play in a wide array of musical styles, from blues to jazz, or even musette (Albert Raisner) and other popular styles.
The release in 1989 of his first solo album, « Blues Harp », marks the start of his career as a bandleader with Manu Galvin on guitar. When he’s not touring, JJ finds time for other activities, including the writing of several instructions books for harp players. He also hosts a weekly radio show for the TSF network. Other albums include « Explorer » for which he received his first Victoire de la Musique (the equivalent of a Grammy in France), « Routes » and « Bastille Blues », all showcasing his eclecticism and formidable mastery of the harmonica.
A major change takes place in 2001 with the « Memphis » album, recorded for Universal in the US with major African-American blues artists, under the direction of producer Sebastian Danchin. This recording is awarded a Victoire de la Musique the following year in the Best Blues Album category. « Memphis » and JJ’s following sets (« Blues 3rd » in 2003, « Fragile » in 2006 and « Live Hot ‘n Blue » in 2007, all recorded for Universal) have various characteristics in common :
• a strong blues-soul leaning
• a mix of original compositions and covers
• the marked presence of American blues singers and players, most of them very well-known, including Terry Callier, Gil Scott-Heron and Demi Evans
• a perfect balance of vocal and instrumental tracks (guitar, keyboards, horns...)
In this second period of his recording career, JJ Milteau seems to have reached full-grown artistic maturity. It helps him further his musical ambition, concentrating more on the whole band sound than on any specific instrument, like Paul Butterfield before him.
Discography
Soul Conversation - 2008
Live, Hot n’Blue - 2007
Fragile - 2006
Blue 3rd - 2003
Memphis - 2001
Bastille Blues - 1999
Merci d’être venus - 1996
Routes - 1994
Live - 1992
Explorer - 1991
Blues Harp - 1989
As a compiler
Bon Temps Rouler, Special Alligator - 2008
Bon Temps Rouler, JJM’ Ideal Playlist - 2006
Inspiration, 22 Rare Harmonica Performances - 2005
Inspiration, 22 Great Harmonica Performances - 2002
For children
Manque pas d’air - 2000
Léo découvre le Blues - 1997
DVD
J’apprends l’harmo avec J.J. Milteau - 2007
Book
Memphis Blues - 2005
(with Sebastian Danchin and Jérôme de Perlinghi)
Video
J.J. Milteau Live - 1992
Official Website: Jean-Jacques Milteau
You can also see the same artist with his name spelled differently on Last.fm here 'Jean Jacques Milteau'
Turn It Around
Jean-Jacques Milteau Lyrics
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Eyo eyo
If you know more
Just check my swagger out there on the dance-floor
Yeah all the ladies gonna knock on my door
Gonna be the time of your life
We're gonna do it tonight ah
Something's heatin' out, heatin' out
Go check my flow
They meet me up, meet me up
On the VIP floor
DJ speed it up, speed it up
Play it loud
We gonna turn this club around
We're gonna make our bitches work it on the floor
Wanna see my sexy ladies screamin' "give me more"
Yeah we can turn this club around
Gonna burn it, burn it down singing
Eyo eyo
Eyo eyo
Just rock that booty, make me lose my mind
It's pouring with champagne every Saturday night
And we can turn this club around
Gonna burn it, burn it down singing
Eyo eyo
Eyo eyo
Let's go
They felt my glance
I got no time for intellectuals or romance
I'm going crazy watching you the way you dance
Gonna be the time of your life
We're gonna do it to night ah
Do it to night ah
Something's heatin' out, heatin' out
Go check my flow
They meet me up, meet me up
On the VIP floor
DJ speed it up, speed it up
Play it loud
We gonna turn this club around
We're gonna make our bitches work it on the floor
Wanna see my sexy ladies screamin' "give me more"
Yeah we can turn this club around
Gonna burn it, burn it down singing
Eyo eyo
Eyo eyo
Just rock that booty, make me lose my mind
It's pouring with champagne every Saturday night
And we can turn this club around
Gonna burn it, burn it down singing
Eyo eyo
Eyo eyo
Let's go
Yeah feel the sound, make sure you do
You don't stay, we a come back with the beat cah we are true
Never get away, this here, be here with me
Bet-better rock this all the way singing - eyo
We're gonna make our bitches work it on the floor
Wanna see my sexy ladies screamin' "give me more"
Yeah we can turn this club around
Gonna burn it, burn it down singing
Eyo eyo
Eyo eyo
Just rock that booty, make me lose my mind
It's pouring with champagne every Saturday night
And we can turn this club around
Gonna burn it, burn it down singing
Eyo eyo
Eyo eyo
The lyrics of Jean-Jacques Milteau's "Turn It Around" depict the artist's desire to have a good time at the club. He boasts of his attractive demeanor, expecting an influx of attention from the ladies. Milteau urges the DJ to increase the music tempo, switch up the beats, and make the crowd feel the sound. He invites his female companions to come and work it on the dance floor.
The song is a vibrant combination of sounds that blend together to create a festive mood. The chorus, "Eyo eyo," is catchy and memorable, reinforcing the feeling of having a good time. Milteau's attitude is playful and confident, as he encourages everyone to let loose and have fun. The lyrics are straightforward and easy to understand, perfect for anyone looking to dance the night away.
Line by Line Meaning
Eyo eyo
Chorus: Repeatedly saying 'Eyo eyo' to hype up the crowd and get them excited for a party atmosphere.
If you know more
Asking the audience if they know more about how to have a good time, while implying he is confident in his own ability to show them how to party.
Just check my swagger out there on the dance-floor
Inviting the audience to observe his confident style of dancing, suggesting he is the best at it.
Yeah all the ladies gonna knock on my door
Boasting his appeal to women, emphasizing that he will be the center of attention for the night.
Gonna be the time of your life
Promising the audience that they will have an amazing time and unforgettable experience.
We're gonna do it tonight ah
Making a statement that the audience will party hard with him tonight, implying that they will leave their worries behind.
Something's heatin' out, heatin' out
Expressing the excitement and anticipatory feeling inside the venue prior to the party actually starting.
Go check my flow
Asking the audience to acknowledge and admire his dancing style as he feels he is better than everyone else on the dance floor.
They meet me up, meet me up
Suggesting that many people want to dance with him since he is the most captivating dancer in the club.
On the VIP floor
Referring to the exclusive floor in the club that only allows a limited number of guests with more privacy and luxury.
DJ speed it up, speed it up
Asking the DJ to play music with a higher tempo to keep the dance floor energetic and lively.
Play it loud
Requesting the DJ to increase the volume level of the music to create an atmosphere of high energy and excitement.
We gonna turn this club around
Making an assertion that his party will make the club more lively and thrilling, highlighting that his charisma is such that he can change the atmosphere of the entire venue.
We're gonna make our bitches work it on the floor
Referring to how all the ladies in the hall will dance on the floor giving their best, following his lead and marking his dominance over the floor.
Wanna see my sexy ladies screamin' 'give me more'
Requesting that the ladies dance more, and in a sexier and wilder way on the dance floor, giving their best to bring the vibes he desires.
Just rock that booty, make me lose my mind
Encouraging the audience to dance even more animatedly to make him go completely crazy, fostering the excitement of the vibe even more.
It's pouring with champagne every Saturday night
Portraying the picture of luxuriousness and extravagance of clubbing, pushing the lavish lifestyle on the listeners.
Yeah feel the sound, make sure you do
Encouraging the audience to follow the beat of the music and the tempo of the rhythm to have the best possible time.
You don't stay, we a come back with the beat cah we are true
Promising the audience that he and the DJ will amp things up, get crazier, and keep them dancing all night long without giving them time to rest.
Never get away, this here, be here with me
Urging the audience to never leave the club, suggesting that they should have a great time dancing with him the whole night.
Bet-better rock this all the way singing - eyo
Expressing confidence that he will be the one who sets the vibe for the entirety of the night by signaling to the crowd to give him continuous 'eyo eyo'.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANDRES GUNNAR BALLINAS OLSSON, MANUEL REUTER, NEAL ANTHONY DYER, YANN PEIFER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Hugh McCallum
Again, a pure joy just to hear you play, Christelle. Thanks!
Luiz Fernando Viscenheski
Que maravilha, pura inspiração!
Al Parinello
So lovely. This one made me smile. Thanks for the joy!
James Hastings
Good job!!! I love listening to you play.
jean-claude Espinos
@christellester Bravo pour cette interprétation de Blue-hop et aussi et surtout pour la vidéo faite avec Tommy, c'est vraiment du très très bon! Quant à ta façon de te présenter dans tes vidéos, moi j'aime beaucoup, c'est très naturel et donc c'est bien toi sans fard...Bravo! Amitiés. JC
Louis PIETERS
Découvert ce matin = bonne mise en entrain ! Et toujours admiratif.
Gabriel Sandoval
Exelente interpretacion soy tu Fan¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡ Interpretas muy bien la armonica y tienes unas pistas muy bien echas
Thiago Henrique
Boa interpretação!
James Graul
Fun and so melodic. Where do you get your backing tracks?
mrwirrall
You dress the way you want to and keep playing that Harp! Excellent! Bravo!