Jeff Healey (born Norman Jeffrey Healey on March 25, 1966 in Toronto, Cana… Read Full Bio ↴Jeff Healey (born Norman Jeffrey Healey on March 25, 1966 in Toronto, Canada – died March 2, 2008) was a blind Canadian blues-rock guitarist. Healey was perhaps most notable for his innovative playing style, with his guitar lying flat on his lap. Despite losing his sight to cancer of the eyes at one years old, he began to play guitar when he was just three, and developed his own unique playing style and technique.

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

Mine All Mine
Jeff Healey Lyrics

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Won't you look this baby over
Tell me don't you think she's fine
Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
She's mine, all mine

Get a load of those two dimples
And her kisses taste like wine
Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know

She's mine, all mine

And if she didn't have a cent to her name
That wouldn't matter 'cause I'd still love here the same
But her dad has lots of money
It will all be hers in time
Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
She's mine, all mine

Won't you look this baby over
Tell me don't you think she's fine
Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
She is mine, all mine

Get a load of those two dimples
And her kisses taste like wine
Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
She's mine, all mine

And even though she might not have a cent to her name
You know it doesn't matter 'cause I'd still love here the same
But her dad has lots of money
It will all be hers in time

Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
Will be mine, all mine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jeff Healey's song "Mine All Mine" describe a deep and possessive love for a woman. The singer is captivated by the woman's beauty and wants others to acknowledge it as well. He believes she is perfect and wants everyone to know that she is his and his alone.

The first verse emphasizes the physical beauty of the woman, highlighting her two dimples and comparing her kisses to wine. The singer takes pride in her appearance, as if her attractiveness reflects positively on his own status. He wants to claim her as his own, asserting his ownership over her.

The second verse delves into the financial aspect of their relationship. The singer states that even if the woman had no money, it wouldn't matter because he would still love her just the same. However, it is revealed that her father is wealthy and she will eventually inherit his fortune. This revelation implies that the singer may be attracted to her not only for her physical beauty but also for the potential financial security that comes with being with her.

Overall, the lyrics convey a possessive and somewhat materialistic love. The singer proudly proclaims that the woman is his and highlights her physical attributes and potential wealth. While love should ideally be based on deeper connections and emotions, the lyrics suggest that the singer's affection may be influenced by superficial factors such as appearance and money.

Line by Line Meaning

Won't you look this baby over
Please take a close look at this incredible woman

Tell me don't you think she's fine
Share with me your thoughts on her beauty and appeal

Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
I need you to understand

She's mine, all mine
She belongs to me completely

Get a load of those two dimples
Observe those charming dimples

And her kisses taste like wine
Her kisses are incredibly pleasurable

And if she didn't have a cent to her name
Even if she had no money at all

That wouldn't matter 'cause I'd still love here the same
It wouldn't affect my love for her

But her dad has lots of money
However, her father is wealthy

It will all be hers in time
Eventually, she will inherit his wealth

Oh-do-lo-do, I want you to know
I want to emphasize and make sure you understand