He began as the drummer of The Sounds and made his solo debut in 1963. His most popular songs include Hymyhuulet (Lucky Lips), Ihana aamu (Kicsit szomorkas) ja Rakastuin sinuun liian helposti (I Could Easily Fall (in Love with You).
2) Johnny is also a hip-hop artist who has released The Sign Me! EP. The song "Push (Remix)" from his EP features Enrique Iglesias and Lil' Wayne.
3) Johnny is a melodic hair metal band led by guitarist Danny De La Rosa who joined Babylon A.D. after the breakup of Johnny. Johnny started out as “The Jets” which was a reformation of the band “Bennie And The Jets”. Vocalist Benjamin LaBarge and bassist Keith Bellino were both from that original lineup. Drummer Rich Carlson who drummed for “Bennie And The Jets” at the very end.
Johnny quickly grabbed the attention of KISS bassist Gene Simmons who was recruiting the band to release their album on “Simmons Records”. Before the album was complete, the band broke up and Danny got the offer to join Babylon A.D.
A Real Mother for Ya
Johnny Lyrics
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But the price ain't right
Be a downside cheaper (yes it would)
Star riding a bike
They are making milk out of powder
Got the baby's crying
Rich gone up higher
Got the parents lying
Lord , its a real mother for ya (yeah)
Make you wanna run for cover
And if you look you will discover (yeah)
Lord, its a real mother for ya yeah.
Got to go to a disco
Throw your troubles away
Dance to the music
That the DJ's play
And then the light come on
Like you knew they would
Go home and face the music
That don't sound to good
Lord, its a real mother for ya (yeah)
Make you wanna run for cover
And if you look you will discover (yeah)
Lord, its a real mother for ya yeah.
Lord , its a real mother for ya (yeah)
Make you wanna run for cover (yes it will)
And if you look you will discover (yeah)
Lord, its a real mother for ya yeah
Its a real mother for ya yeah (auw, get out of here)
To cold
, so bold
Gonna live to be old
Poor got nothing but trouble
Times getting harder
Than double
Got to struggle everyday
Just to keep body and soul together
I am awfully broke
And it's a real mother.
The lyrics of "A Real Mother For Ya" by Johnny 'Guitar' Watson reflect the struggles and challenges faced by many people in their everyday lives. The song talks about how things have become difficult and expensive, leaving people with fewer options, and sometimes having to resort to extreme measures just to survive. The opening lines talk about how the prices of cars have become too high, and people may have to start using bicycles instead. The song also brings attention to the struggles of parents who are finding it hard to afford basic necessities for their families, like milk and other essentials, leading to their babies crying and parents lying.
The lyrics also talk about how people use disco and dancing to distract themselves from their troubles for a while. However, in the end, they must eventually face reality, and that's when things get tough. The chorus of the song emphasizes how life can be harsh and challenging, and many people may want to run and hide because of it. Overall, the song speaks to the resilience of people through their struggles and how they must face many difficulties every day.
Line by Line Meaning
Wanna buy a new car
I want to buy a new car
But the price ain't right
However, the cost of the car is not reasonable
Be a downside cheaper (yes it would)
It would be a lot cheaper in contrast
Star riding a bike
Switching to bicycles could be a cheaper alternative
They are making milk out of powder
Powdered milk is being produced
Got the baby's crying
The baby is crying
Rich gone up higher
The cost of living has increased
Got the parents lying
Parents are lying to cope with the increasing costs and difficult situations
Lord, its a real mother for ya (yeah)
It is a tough situation you are going through
Make you wanna run for cover
It makes you want to seek shelter from the situation
And if you look you will discover (yeah)
If you keep searching, you will find other hard situations
Got to go to a disco
I need to go to a nightclub
Throw your troubles away
Forget about your problems
Dance to the music
Enjoy the rhythm of the music
That the DJ's play
That the Disc Jockey is mixing
And then the light come on
When the lights turn on in the club
Like you knew they would
As it was expected to happen
Go home and face the music
Have to confront the reality of the situation at home
That don't sound too good
It doesn't sound promising
Its a real mother for ya yeah (auw, get out of here)
It is a challenging situation you are experiencing
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHNNY GUITAR WATSON
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@70sladyalways25
My first date with my husband. He rolled up with this playing 😂 We still love Johnny 🎸 Watson!
@thorstengahle9560
It was the coolest music in our club in the 80s
@marklee2508
Old school funk needs to make a comeback. Young cats and catchesses will dig it. 😊
@jackspry9736
RIP Johnny "Guitar" Watson (February 3, 1935 – May 17, 1996), aged 61
You will be remembered as a legend.
@deborahpatterson741
Remember dancing to this in the 70s ❤
@davidsmith5094
I remember this song from the 70s too...
@kravitz1999
Man that snare sounds SO good!
@hightolerance2500
Yessir!!!!
@christopherbee7223
It´s aYamaha steel snare
@richardcoreno
An underrated funkified showman......who was as good as any on guitar.