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.
Lullaby Baby Blues
Keb' Mo' Lyrics
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Time to kick off your walking shoes
And hug the pillow on your bed
And lay down your sleepy head
Hush now no need to talk
Hear the ticking of the clock
Stars that twinkle, stars that shine
Goodnight baby blues
Close your eyes baby blues
The moonlit sky watches over you
So close your eyes, baby blues
Lullaby baby blues
Time to kick off your walking shoes
And hug the pillow on your bed
And lay down your sleepy head
Goodnight baby blues
Close your eyes, baby blues
The moonlit sky watches over you
So close your eyes, baby blues
Close your eyes, baby blues
The song "Lullaby Baby Blues" by Keb' Mo' is a gentle lullaby that sings an infant in sleep. The lyrics of the song suggest that it's time for the baby to sleep, to take off the walking shoes, and hug the pillow. The song is quiet and soothing, which sets a peaceful atmosphere for a child to sleep. The lyrics are written in a way that a child would understand, which makes it easy for them to identify with the song.
The chorus of the song, "Close your eyes baby blues, the moonlit sky watches over you," is simple in message yet profound in meaning. The song reassures the child that they are safe and sound, nestled in their bed with the moon keeping watch over them. The verses of the song use images of stars, dreams and flying to create a sense of magic around the child's sleeping experience. The ticking of the clock is also used as a subtle reminder that time is moving and that sleep is essential to prepare for the coming day.
Line by Line Meaning
Lullaby baby blues
This song is a lullaby to soothe the baby to sleep
Time to kick off your walking shoes
It's time to get comfortable and prepare for sleep
And hug the pillow on your bed
Cuddle up with your pillow and get cozy
And lay down your sleepy head
Time to lay your head down and relax
Hush now no need to talk
It's time to be quiet and calm down your mind
Hear the ticking of the clock
The continuous ticking of clock will help you fall asleep
Stars that twinkle, stars that shine
Look at the stars and let their beauty calm you down
Dream and you'll have wings to fly
If you dream, you will find inspiration and motivation
Goodnight baby blues
Wishing the baby a goodnight's sleep
Close your eyes baby blues
Close your eyes and relax
The moonlit sky watches over you
The moon will keep watch over you as you sleep
So close your eyes, baby blues
Close your eyes and sleep well
Lullaby baby blues
This song is a lullaby to soothe the baby to sleep
Time to kick off your walking shoes
It's time to get comfortable and prepare for sleep
And hug the pillow on your bed
Cuddle up with your pillow and get cozy
And lay down your sleepy head
Time to lay your head down and relax
Goodnight baby blues
Wishing the baby a goodnight's sleep
Close your eyes, baby blues
Close your eyes and relax
The moonlit sky watches over you
The moon will keep watch over you as you sleep
So close your eyes, baby blues
Close your eyes and sleep well
Close your eyes, baby blues
Close your eyes and sleep well
Contributed by John H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lullaby Baby Blue
Time to kick off your walkin' shoes
And hug the pillow on your bed
And lay down your sleepy head
Hush now no need to talk
Hear the ticking of the clock
Stars that twinkle, stars that shine
Dream and you'll have wings to fly
Goodnight, baby blues
Close your eyes, baby blues
The moonlit sky watches over you
So close your eyes, baby blues
Lullaby baby blues
Time to kick off your walkin' shoes
And hug the pillow on your bed
And lay down your sleepy head
Goodnight, baby blues
Close your eyes, baby blues
The moonlit sky watches over you
So close your eyes, baby blues, baby blues
@MellowMommie
I found this song when I was 14 and knew this is the song I would sing to my children when I was grown. I now have a 9, 6, and 3 yr old.. I sang this to them from the moment they were born and still do almost every night! They know all the words by heart and I'm sure they will sing this to their babies too <3
@luticia
+Natasha Hockley Your words have touched me in the same way this song does. What a wonderful heart you have.
@kkmarie2176
You are a wonderful mother I bet🤍🤍My mother always sung this song to me and I still love it so so much
@vparmato
I a lifelong Keb Mo' fan and I also sang this to my two boys from when they were about 3 years old. Now they are 19 and 21 years old and it brings back so many wonderful memories. I see now that your children are 14, 11 and 8. Wonderful moments!
@stuartoverbey6415
I sang this song to my son every night as well.....his mother passed when he was 4 1/2 and this song seemed to comfort him....that was 05.
I've never really asked him, but I wonder if he remembers this song.
@greghanmer4753
My sister died at 44 years old and I chose this song as the last in her funeral. She had such great baby blue eyes and this song really summed it up. I folded in an emotional mess into the waiting arms of a cousins of mine (Patsy) thankfully otherwise would have been a mess. This song as perfect for her however and I thank you Keb Mo for the incredible words and emotion.
@laurahill7406
Greg Hanmer Beautiful tribute. I'm so sorry for your sadness
@xarosebudx
This song was played for me every night growing up.
I was fortunate enough to introduce keb mo on stage in Fargo, North Dakota when I was three years old.
I grew up on his music and still have so much love for this song
@snailmail2000
Ahh... I used to listen to this every night when I was younger.
@emilyb3296
My dad used to play this for me when i was little. Definitely brings back memories.