Joe Thomas, June 19 - August 1… Read Full Bio ↴This name belongs to several artists:
Joe Thomas, June 19 - August 1986, jazz tenor saxophonist from Kansas City, Missouri.
Joe Thomas, June 16th, 1933, jazz, funk and disco composer, arranger, saxophone player and fluitist Joe Thomas, active from the '70s to the early '80s, well known for instrumentals as "Masada", "Funky Fever", "Polarizer" and "A Place In Space", and the disco hit "Plato's Retreat" - a tribute to a New York swingers club.
Joe Lewis Thomas, July 5, 1973 in Columbus, Georgia.
Joe Thomas is one of five children and grew up in an environment filled with gospel music. Both his parents are ministers. The Thomas family moved to Alabama when Joe was two and he grew up as an active member of the church and sang in the choir, played guitar and eventually directed the choir. In the late 1980s, he started playing in local bands in Alabama. He eventually moved to New York City to pursue a musical career.While working in a gospel music store and singing in a church, Joe met producer Vincent Herbert and recorded a three-track demo. Joe released his debut album, Everything, in 1993. It spawned a number of hit singles, including the #10 R&B hit "I'm in Luv." Joe signed with Jive Records for his 1997 album, All That I Am, which reached No. 13 on the Billboard 200 album charts and No. 4 on the R&B charts. All That I Am eventually went on to sell over a million copies in the U.S. Joe released his fourth album, My Name is Joe, in 2000. It became his most successful album to date, reaching the top of the R&B album charts and No. 2 on the Billboard 200. It eventually sold over three million copies. In 2001, his Better Days album was released, reaching No. 32 on the Billboard 200 and No. 4 on the R&B charts. His And Then ... album was released in late 2003.
Thank You
Joe Thomas Lyrics
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Fingers start shakin', I begin to run
Bullets start chasin', I begin to stop
We begin to wrestle I was on the top
Want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
I wanna thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Stiff all in the collar, fluffy in the face
Chit chat chatter tryin?, Stuffy in the place
Many thangs is on my mind, words in the way
I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Dance to the music
All nite long
Everyday people
Sing a simple song
Mama's so happy
Mama start to cry
Papa still singin'
You can make it if you try
I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Flamin' eyes of peoples fear, burnin' into you
Many men are missin' much, hatin' what they do
Youth and truth are makin' love
Dig it for a starter
Dyin' young is hard to take
Sellin' out is harder
I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
The lyrics of Joe Thomas's song Thank You are open to interpretation, but one possible meaning is about empowerment and liberation. The first verse describes a confrontation with the devil, where the singer is initially scared and trying to escape, but then overcomes the devil and feels grateful for being able to be himself again. This could be seen as a metaphor for overcoming obstacles and fears, and finding one's true identity and purpose.
The second verse mentions some social discomfort, where the singer thanks someone for a party but also expresses the need to leave and the difficulty of expressing oneself clearly. This could represent the pressure to conform to social norms and the struggle to express individuality. The chorus repeats the gratitude for being able to be oneself again, and the final verse suggests that many people are missing out on youth and truth by conforming or selling out, and that it's hard to accept death or betrayal.
Overall, the song seems to celebrate authenticity and self-expression, and acknowledges the challenges and risks involved. The reference to Sly and the Family Stone's song Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) might also suggest a tribute to their message of inclusiveness and unity, as well as their use of funk and soul music to create a sense of joy and social consciousness.
Line by Line Meaning
Lookin' at the devil, grinnin' at his gun
Facing a difficult situation with confidence and courage.
Fingers start shakin', I begin to run
Feeling overwhelmed and afraid, wanting to escape.
Bullets start chasin', I begin to stop
Feeling trapped and helpless in a dangerous situation.
We begin to wrestle I was on the top
Fighting back and gaining control of a difficult situation.
Want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
Expressing gratitude for being able to be oneself again.
Stiff all in the collar, fluffy in the face
Feeling uncomfortable and constrained by social norms and expectations.
Chit chat chatter tryin?, Stuffy in the place
Feeling suffocated by meaningless small talk and social conventions.
Thank you for the party, But I could never stay
Appreciating the gesture, but feeling out of place and needing to leave.
Many thangs is on my mind, words in the way
Feeling overwhelmed by thoughts and unable to express oneself clearly.
Dance to the music
Enjoying the simple and joyful moments in life, like dancing.
All nite long
Embracing and savoring life's pleasures for as long as possible.
Everyday people
Celebrating the beauty and diversity of ordinary people.
Sing a simple song
Finding joy and meaning in the simple things in life, like singing.
Mama's so happy
Feeling grateful for the love and support of family.
Mama start to cry
Feeling overwhelmed with emotion, perhaps due to happiness or sadness.
Papa still singin'
Finding joy and solace in music, even during difficult times.
You can make it if you try
Encouraging others to persevere and believe in themselves.
Flamin' eyes of peoples fear, burnin' into you
Feeling the weight of other's judgment and fear.
Many men are missin' much, hatin' what they do
Feeling trapped in an unfulfilling job or situation, longing for something more meaningful.
Youth and truth are makin' love
Celebrating the beauty and excitement of young, passionate love.
Dig it for a starter
Encouraging others to immerse themselves in new experiences and embrace life fully.
Dyin' young is hard to take
Acknowledging the pain and tragedy of losing someone young.
Sellin' out is harder
Believing that betraying one's values and principles is even more difficult and painful than dying young.
Writer(s): Sylvester Stewart, Anwar Jaja Talbert
Contributed by Alex V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Matt
These funky elements in this track are mind blowing! Much peace from switzerland✌
Antonina Woźniak
Uwielbiam ten numer!Ciągle do niego wracam :)
Joseph Thomas
sounds good, groove on!!!!!!
jamez blaze
funky melody jazzy vibes im feeling it
Mal Preece
This is awesome!
dockaiser
You never go wrong playing a Sly Stone tune
mraggrovator
Killer track.
LooseRide Konrado Romano
this track kicksass!
Kevin Pate
Chillin on a Saturday morning to this one!
Anthony Leighton
them drums hit hard