Bristol and singing partner Jackey Beavers recorded two singles in 1959 for Anna Records, a label owned by Gwen Gordy (Berry Gordy's sister) and Billy Davis and four 45s for Gwen Gordy and Harvey Fuqua's Tri-Phi label, none of which was a success beyond the Midwestern United States.
Recorded in the early 1960s for Harvey Fuqua's Tri-Phi label in Detroit, Michigan as "Johnny & Jackey". When Tri-Phi was absorbed by Motown in the mid-1960s, Bristol became Fuqua's songwriting and production partner, working on material for Motown artists such as Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell ("If I Could Build My Whole World Around You"), Edwin Starr ("Twenty-Five Miles"), David Ruffin ("My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me"), and others. On his own, Bristol produced hits such as "Someday We'll Be Together" for Diana Ross and the Supremes and "I Don't Want to Do Wrong" and "Daddy Could Swear, I Declare" for Gladys Knight and the Pips.
When Motown left Detroit for Los Angeles in 1972, Bristol moved over to MGM Records, where he resumed his career as a recording artist. He released several successful R&B hits, among them "You and I" (1974), and "Leave My World" (1975), as well as the top ten pop hit "Hang In There Baby" (1974). Bristol continued his career a a solo artist and an independent producer into the early 1990s. Bristol's last releases were a 12" single in 1991 for Whichway Records, "Come to Me", and an album, Life & Love, released for the Japanese market in 1993. The latter included Earth, Wind & Fire's "That's The Way I Feel About You" as a duet with his daughter, Shanna J. Bristol. The album received a US release three years later under the title Come To Me.
He died at the age of 65 in his home in Michigan in 2004.
Do It To My Mind
Johnny Bristol Lyrics
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Girl, I'm yours for the taking
I've got a fireplace to cuddle 'round
Soon it's love we'll be making
Let's share our deepest secrets
And find the place that's weakest
And linger, mmmm
Oh, baby, do it to my mind
I betcha that'll get it
Do it to my mind
Sugar, take your time
We must have loved
Somewhere before
'Cause you've got the key
To every part of me
Say I just want to love you, baby
Let me love you, baby
More and more
Do it to my mind
That'll get it
Do it to my mind
When we share a fantasy
Girl, let's make it one to treasure
'Cause our love runs wild and free
As we growl from this pleasure
Each is better than the first
When the best becomes the worst
We keep on trying
Yeah, baby, do it to my mind
Betcha that'll get it
Do it to my mind
That'll get it every time
What touches you, it touches me
If it pains you so, girl
I will set it free
'Cause I just wanna love you, honey
Just wanna love you, baby
More and more and more and more
Oh, Lord, can't you see
Do it to my mind, well
What touches you, it touches me
If it pains you so
Girl, I'm gonna set you free
'Cause I just wanna love you, baby
Let me love you, baby
More and more and more and more
Oh, yeah, listen, baby
Do it to my mind
That'll get it
Do it to my mind
Sugar, take your time
Do it to my mind
Don't quit it
Do it to my mind
Steady with your rhyme
Do it to my mind
I betcha that'll get it
Do it to my mind
That'll get it every time
Do it to my mind
Keep doing what you're doing, baby
Do it to my mind
Mmm, that's fine
Do it to my mind
If you feel like moaning
Do it to my mind
I feel like moaning
Do it to my mind
Do it, do it, do it
Do it to my mind
Do it, do it, do it, do it
Do it to my mind
Do it, do it, do it, do it
Do it to my mind
Do it to my mind
Do it to my mind
Hold on to me, baby
Do it to my mind
Hold on to me, baby
Do it to my mind
I betcha that'll get it
Do it to my mind
That'll get it every time
Do it to my mind
Oh man, I'm begging
Do it to my mind
Do it to my mind
Do it to my mind
Listen to the music, baby
Do it to my mind
That'll keep you with the time
Do it to my mind
Do what you're doing, baby
Do it to my mind
Steady with the rhyme
Do it to my mind
I betcha that'll get it
Do it to my mind
Mmm, mmm, mmm
Do it to my mind
The lyrics of Johnny Bristol's song "Do It to My Mind" convey a passionate moment between two lovers. The singer describes how he has made himself available to the woman he is with, and suggests that the two of them should share their deepest secrets to connect on a more profound level. He expresses his desire to make love to her by the fireplace and encourages her to take her time with him. The singer acknowledges that they must have loved each other before because she has the key to all of him. He then urges her to continue doing what she is doing as it feels amazing to him.
The lyrics convey a sense of intimacy between two people, a moment of vulnerability, and the importance of holding onto the moment. The singer is willing to let go of any pain that the woman he is with might be holding onto and is committed to giving himself wholly to her. The lyrics suggest a consensual physical relationship, where both parties are present and enjoying the moment.
Overall, the song is an intimate, sensual, and emotive piece of music that captures a personal moment of connection between two lovers.
Line by Line Meaning
Evening's settled down
The day is ending and the night is beginning
Girl, I'm yours for the taking
I am available to you and willing to commit
I've got a fireplace to cuddle 'round
I have a warm and cozy place to spend time together
Soon it's love we'll be making
We will soon be sharing intimate moments of love
Let's share our deepest secrets
Let's confide in each other and reveal our innermost thoughts
And find the place that's weakest
Let's identify the vulnerabilities in ourselves and each other
And linger, mmmm
Let's take our time and enjoy each other's company
Oh, baby, do it to my mind
I want you to make love to my mind, to stimulate and excite me intellectually
I betcha that'll get it
I am sure that it will satisfy me and lead to deeper connection
Sugar, take your time
Take as long as you want to explore and make love to my mind
We must have loved
We must have had a past life together
Somewhere before
At some point in time
'Cause you've got the key
Because you hold the secret to unlocking my heart and soul
To every part of me
To every aspect of my being
Say I just want to love you, baby
I only want to express my love for you
Let me love you, baby
Allow me to show you my love
More and more
Increasingly over time
When we share a fantasy
When we imagine together
Girl, let's make it one to treasure
Let's create a special memory to hold onto forever
'Cause our love runs wild and free
Because our love is passionate and unbridled
As we growl from this pleasure
As we express our deep satisfaction
Each is better than the first
Every experience we share is better than the last
When the best becomes the worst
Even when things are not perfect, they are still better than they could be
We keep on trying
We persist and continue to work on our relationship
Yeah, baby, do it to my mind
I am still so turned on by the idea of you making love to my mind
Betcha that'll get it
I am sure that it will satisfy me and lead to deeper connection once again
When it pains you so, girl
When something hurts you deeply
I will set it free
I will do whatever I can to help you heal and move on
Hold on to me, baby
Stay close to me and don't let go
Mmm, that's fine
That is exactly what I want and need
Listen to the music, baby
Let's listen to the rhythm of our hearts beating together
That'll keep you with the time
That will help you stay in sync with me and our connection
Steady with your rhyme
Stay in the groove and keep our love flowing smoothly
Don't quit it
Don't stop or give up now
Keep doing what you're doing, baby
Continue to love and cherish me in the way that you do
Do it, do it, do it
Keep making love to me, physically and emotionally
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHNNY BRISTOL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
youmich
God. 70’s was a magic era. Some genius needs to work on 2020 pieces like this. The world needs healing :) some soul healing
Jacqui H
2020 and it still sounds Good! This is a "love song!"
Stephanie
The epitome of that smooth 70's sound!
sylvia franklin
This was one of my late twin sister Susan favorite songs from Johnny Bristol! She was indeed a big fan of the late Johnny Bristol.I commented about a year ago that my late father Robert loved this song.I will remember my late dad, and late twin sister Susan whenever I hear this song!Rip dad and sister ! I love 💕 and miss you both so much!
Marcus Williams
@sylvia franklin A very beautiful song and your story about your sister and dad is beautiful too!!!🙂
javonne summers
bought this record..yes I said record..when I was a teen back in the day loved it and still love it..just damn good music
yukiko kohri
Beautiful tune!!!! Found album n will purchase so happy!
Teresa Ponziani
This is still romantic after all these years!!!
Afi Israel
Wish Johnny was still here miss him.
sylvia franklin
This was one of my late father's Robert,song! He played this song over and over,he was a big fan of Johnny Bristol! I think of my dad when I hear this song!!!Rip Johnny and Robert!!