John Mayall is often referred to as the "Father of the British blues." His well-known band is still called John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers. They started out in the late 1950s in England, using Chicago style blues as a starting basis for their sound, which has evolved from album to album. And while at one point John Mayall was playing a fairly jazzy sound, he has always come back to the blues.
One of the interesting features of the Bluesbreakers is that members have changed on a very regular basis, and many have gone on to well deserved fame and fortune with other bands and as solo acts. Past members include: Eric Clapton, and Jack Bruce, (also of Cream), Peter Green, John McVie, Mick Fleetwood, and Mick Taylor, (who went on to a five -year stint with the Stones.) The studio album recorded with Clapton, entitled John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers, was recorded in 1966, and is widely considered to be one of the great classic blues albums on either side of the stormy Atlantic. Cream came round right after.
John Mayall stands out for several reasons - his standing up for the blues, while experimenting with different approaches, his ability to attract the best of musicians; and perhaps most notably his willingness to work with musicians who far outshine him in sheer ability. And he himself sounds very good!
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On Top Of The World
John Mayall Lyrics
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My heart's double beatin' when I see you headed my way.
That's the reason,
Why I feel so good because I know,
You're here to stay.
Since you said you'd be my girl,
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
I'm confessin' I adore you honey I do,
There's no sorrow when I see my future with you.
That's the reason,
I can't let you go because I love,
Everything that you do.
Since you said you'd be my girl,
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
That's the reason,
I can't let you go because I love,
Everything that you do.
Since you said you'd be my girl,
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
The lyrics to "On Top of the World" depict the feeling of being head over heels in love with someone. The singer marvels at how his love for his significant other grows stronger every day just by looking at them. The mere sight of them walking towards him makes his heart beat "double". He admits that the reason he feels so good is that he knows his lover is there to stay by his side.
The singer confesses his adoration for his love interest and proclaims that he sees no sorrow in their future together. He cannot let her go because he loves everything that she does. Ever since she said she would be his girl, she has made him feel like he's on top of the world, hence the refrain "you're the one that makes me feel on top of the world" repeated multiple times throughout the song.
The song's upbeat rhythm and joyful lyrics create a sense of elation and positivity, making it a love anthem of sorts. It's clear that the singer is infatuated with his partner and committed to staying with them, and the feeling is mutual. The song ultimately celebrates the joys of love and being in a committed relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
The look in your eyes makes my love grow stronger each day,
Seeing the expression in your eyes causes my affection for you to intensify with each passing day.
My heart's double beatin' when I see you headed my way.
Every time I catch a glimpse of you approaching, my heart races with excitement.
That's the reason,
The explanation for my joy and contentment is
Why I feel so good because I know,
I feel great because I am certain
You're here to stay.
That you are going to be with me for the long haul.
Since you said you'd be my girl,
Ever since you agreed to be my partner,
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You are responsible for the elated, overjoyed feeling inside me.
I'm confessin' I adore you honey I do,
It's time for me to admit that I love you very much.
There's no sorrow when I see my future with you.
The thought of spending my life with you fills me with nothing but happiness and joy.
That's the reason,
The cause
I can't let you go because I love,
I cannot imagine parting ways with you because my affection for you runs deep.
Everything that you do.
Every behavior, action, or attribute you possess.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
You hold the power to make me feel like nothing else in the world matters, all because of your presence in my life.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
The way that you make me feel is unparalleled by any experience I've ever encountered.
You're the one that makes me feel on top of the world.
Without a doubt, it is you and only you who completes me and brings me an indescribable sense of contentment.
Contributed by Isabella P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.