Shortly after completing high school, Jeff began to gain attention around the Toronto pub and club scene with a three piece band that showcased his incredible talents. The Jeff Healey Band had a monthly weekend gig at Baker Street, on Queen Street East. Jeff soon garnered local attention and people traveled to come and see him play with his band. Record executives came to check out his performances before he eventually signed with BMG Canada and Artista in the USA. His guitar workmanship became legendary with his unique playing style, and he was recruited for a spot in the 1989 motion picture Road House, which starred Patrick Swayze and Sam Elliott as bouncers at a roadside bar. Jeff and his band were regular 'performers' at the seedy club and are featured on its official soundtrack.
Jeff was more than just a gifted guitarist, he was a devoted passionate musician who played trumpet in his own Jazz band, Jeff Healey and the Jazz Wizards, hosted a regular radio music show on CBC, and collected vinyl recordings including vintage 78's, and was reported to have one of Canada's largest private music libraries.
Jeff Healey tragically died in Toronto, Sunday March 2, 2008, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was only 41. For greater details on Jeff's life and musical career contributions, visit his Wikipedia page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Healey
A live DVD/CD box set entitled "Legacy - Volume 1" was released posthumously in 2009 on Arbor Records without Jeff Healey's wife Cristie and his estate's participation. On his website, Cristie Healey discourages support of this product. www.jeffhealey.com
Come Together
Jeff Healey Lyrics
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But your fine chocolate ass brings nothing negative to mind.
The sun shines laughter when we live as one
And there's peace for those who believe in love.
I'm so glad we've come together again.
Been thinking 'bout
You, where you been?
And Pins and I'm so glad we've come together again
So glad we've come together.
Bad news makes the front page all the time,
But the positive's in small print on page 99.
The sun shines laughter when we live as one,
And there's peace for those who believe in love.
I'm so glad we've come together again.
Since the way and everything I have been laying low
But it's good to see my friends
And I'm so glad we've come together again
So glad we've come together.
O why all the confusion,
When there's such a simple solution?
In as much as we keep it to ourselves
We all need each other so let's be together.
I'm so glad we've come together again.
4, 3, 2, 1
The lyrics of Jeff Healey's song "Come Together" are a soulful expression of the singer's joy and relief at being reunited with a loved one. The opening lines of the song contrast the popularity of songs that thrive on negativity with the positivity of being with his lover. Healey talks about how the positive aspects of life are often underrepresented, with bad news taking the front page, while the positive aspects relegated to the small print on page 99.
Healey expresses his belief in the unity and peace that love can bring, and how "the sun shines laughter when we live as one". He is grateful to be with his lover and sees their reunion as a moment of much-needed rest from waiting anxiously for their return. He expresses his desire for unity and the benefits of being together in the lines, "O why all the confusion, when there's such a simple solution? In as much as we keep it to ourselves, we all need each other so let's be together."
"Come Together" is a refreshing take on the power of positivity and love, which is emphasized by the earnest delivery of the lyrics and the harmonious backing vocals. The song is a testament to the healing power of love and the joy that can come from reuniting with those we care about.
Line by Line Meaning
Do me some wrong songs make money all the time,
Songs that promote negativity tend to be more commercially successful.
But your fine chocolate ass brings nothing negative to mind.
You have a positive impact on my thoughts and feelings.
The sun shines laughter when we live as one
Unity brings joy and happiness.
And there's peace for those who believe in love.
Love can bring inner peace.
I'm so glad we've come together again.
I'm happy to be reunited with you.
Been thinking 'bout You, where you been?
I've been wondering about your whereabouts.
I've been waiting here on needles And Pins
I've been anxiously waiting for this moment.
So glad we've come together.
I'm happy that we're reunited.
Bad news makes the front page all the time,
Negative events tend to receive more attention in the media.
But the positive's in small print on page 99.
Positive stories often go unnoticed or receive less attention.
Since the way and everything I have been laying low
I've been keeping a low profile lately.
But it's good to see my friends
I'm happy to see my friends again.
O why all the confusion,
Why is there so much chaos and disunity?
When there's such a simple solution?
There is a simple answer to our problems.
In as much as we keep it to ourselves
As much as we isolate ourselves.
We all need each other so let's be together.
We all need one another, so let's unite.
4, 3, 2, 1
Countdown to a fresh start, a new beginning.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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