He first started recording in the early 1970s with Jefferson Airplane violinist Papa John Creach. Creach hired him when Moore was just twenty-one years old; Moore appeared on four of Creach's albums.
He was further immersed in the blues with his long stint in the Whodunit Band, headed by Bobby "Blue" Bland producer Monk Higgins. Moore jammed with Albert Collins and Big Joe Turner.
In 1996 he released Just Like You, which featured guest appearances from Jackson Browne and Bonnie Raitt.
In 2004, he appeared on Amy Grant: Greatest Hits 1986-2004 in a duet entitled "Come Be with Me", which became a modest success on pop radio.
In 2005 he appeared on Buddy Guy's version of "Ain't No Sunshine", along with Tracy Chapman. That same year, he appeared on Eric Clapton's album Back Home. In 2006, he co-wrote the song, "I Hope", with the Dixie Chicks for their album, Taking the Long Way.
Moore also provided vocals to Marcus Miller's 2007 album, Free on the track entitled "Milky Way" and again on Miller's 2008 album entitled, Marcus.
According to Songfacts, in 2010 I See Love was used as the opening theme tune for American sitcom Mike & Molly.
Keb' Mo's website is at http://www.kebmo.com/
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Keb' Mo' is one of the foremost contemporary blues artists. With an endearing sense of faith in humanity evident on most of his tracks and a very interestingly textured voice, this man has successfully merged traditional Delta blues and modern acoustic singer-songwritership. While it's a stretch to call him a traditionalist, Keb' Mo' plays a mean guitar, and the meticulously played guitar on each one of his songs is awe-inspiring.
After spending his early career backing blues artists up, he released his debut album in 1994. He also appeared in Scorsese's film about the blues. As the only man to my knowlege that has incorporated the word "internet" into a blues song, it is clear that Keb' Mo' is unique and has, in an unprecedented manner, carved out his own genre that never fails to make the listener smile.
Dangerous Mood
Keb' Mo' Lyrics
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I'm in a dangerous mood
I done called up the bossman
Told him where to go
And just what to do
Call me crazy
But I did what I had to do
I just did what I had to do
I had to steal a little time baby
So I could spend it all on you
I parked the car down the street
And I unplugged the phone
So it would look just like
Ain't nobody home
I put a rose on your pillow
Where you lay your pretty head
I'm gonna rub your tired shoulders
Bring your dinner to your bed
Look out baby
I'm in a dangerous mood
I had to steal a little time baby
So I could spend it all on you
I'm gonna light a candle
Put the champagne on ice
And if one ain't enough
Well we'll just have to do it twice
I done made myself a will
And I've called my next of kin
'Cause I'm gonna love you over
And over and over
Again and again
Look out baby
I'm in a dangerous mood
I had to steal a little time baby
So I could spend it all on you
Look out baby
I'm in a dangerous mood
Look out baby
I'm in a dangerous mood
I just this one last paycheck baby
And I'm gonna spend every dime on you
Keb' Mo's song "Dangerous Mood" is a soulful and romantic song about a man willing to go to great lengths to spend time with the woman he loves. The lyrics depict him as having reached a point of desperation, where he has shut out the rest of the world to focus entirely on her. He has even gone as far as calling his boss and telling him where to go and what to do, just to make sure he can steal some time away. The man is aware of how his behavior may seem irrational to others, but he is too consumed with love to care. He ends up spending the time with the woman in question, making the most of their stolen moments together.
The song has a very smooth and laid-back feel, almost like a lullaby. It's sung in a mellow tone, with slow, bluesy guitar riffs that add to the romantic ambiance. The lyrics are optimistic in tone, portraying the man as having a sense of hope that the time he's spending with the woman will be worth it.
Overall, "Dangerous Mood" is a heartfelt tribute to love, and it's easy to see why it's become one of Keb' Mo's most beloved songs.
Line by Line Meaning
Look out baby
I am feeling very daring and adventurous right now, so watch out.
I'm in a dangerous mood
I am in a mood where I am willing to take risks and do things that are usually outside of my comfort zone.
I done called up the bossman
I have informed my manager to take a hike, and also gave him clear instructions on exactly what to do.
Told him where to go
I told my boss to leave the workspace and probably never come back.
And just what to do
I gave him detailed instructions that he must follow.
Call me crazy
People might think that I am reckless or foolish for making this decision.
But I did what I had to do
Although others may not understand, I felt compelled to take this action.
You can call me stupid
Some people may think that my decision was not smart or well thought out.
I just did what I had to do
Regardless of what others may think, I felt like I had to take this action.
I had to steal a little time baby
I needed to take some time away from work or other obligations to do something special for you.
So I could spend it all on you
All of my time and energy is going towards making you happy.
I parked the car down the street
I don't want anyone to know that I am here or what I am about to do.
And I unplugged the phone
I don't want anyone to be able to get in touch with us while we spend time together.
So it would look just like
I wanted to make sure that no one could tell that we are home or doing anything out of the ordinary.
Ain't nobody home
I want to keep our time together private and uninterrupted.
I put a rose on your pillow
I wanted to do something sweet and romantic for you.
Where you lay your pretty head
I wanted to create a special moment for you when you go to bed.
I'm gonna rub your tired shoulders
I want to help you relax and feel pampered.
Bring your dinner to your bed
I want to create a special meal for you that you can enjoy while relaxing in bed.
I'm gonna light a candle
I want to create a romantic atmosphere for us to spend time together in.
Put the champagne on ice
I want to celebrate our time together in a special way.
And if one ain't enough
If one bottle of champagne isn't enough, we can always have another.
Well we'll just have to do it twice
We can keep the celebration going as long as we want to.
I done made myself a will
I am willing to risk everything for the chance to spend time with you and create special memories.
And I've called my next of kin
I want to make sure that my loved ones know how much you mean to me.
'Cause I'm gonna love you over
I am going to give you all of my love and attention.
And over and over
I want to spend as much time as possible making you happy and showing you how much I care.
Again and again
I am willing to do this over and over, as many times as it takes to make you happy.
I just this one last paycheck baby
I am willing to spend every last penny I have to create a special moment for us.
And I'm gonna spend every dime on you
All of my money and energy is going towards making you happy and creating a special moment for us to share.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Candy Parton, Kevin R. Moore
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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on The Whole Enchilada (Bonus Acoustic)
You gon die if u put yo hands on me nigga