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.
Talk
Keb' Mo' Lyrics
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It′s really nice to meet you and your Secretary of State
What do we do about our angry neighbors
How do you justify their behavior
Well maybe there's a reason
You know, I was with my family, just the other night
We're in the middle of a revolution
Creating even more confusion,
Is war the only answer?
Why don't we talk to each other
Lets talk to each other, that′s all
Why don′t we talk to each other
Understand one another
Talk to each other, that's all
There goes the Navy sailing off to war
Do they know who they′re fighting
Or what they're fighting for?
I′ll pray for our angry neighbors
And I'm gonna pray for you
Let′s think about our behavior
And ask for a solution
So we can talk to each other
We can talk to each other, that's all
Why don't we talk to each other
Understand one another
Talk to each other, that′s all
Why don′t we talk to each other
Come on, lets talk to each other, that's all
Why don′t we talk to each other
Understand one another
Talk to each other, that's all
That′s all.
In Keb' Mo''s song "Talk," the singer walks up to the President and politely greets him and the Secretary of State. Then, the singer asks about addressing their angry neighbors and how the President justifies their behavior. He then shifts the conversation to obvious political and social issues in the United States such as the ongoing revolution and war. The singer urges the President to talk to others, understand one another so that we can find solutions to the issues.
The essence of the song is about communication, especially in a time of political and social turmoil. The singer understands the severity and the effect of the ongoing wars, revolution, and anger among people living in different neighborhoods. They are seeking genuine conversations that can lead to understanding and eventually, a solution to the problem.
The song is a perfect reflection of Keb' Mo's advocacy for social and political decency. The song is not just entertaining, but it actually does a great job of encouraging a spirit of understanding and kindness in society. Communication is the key to all human interactions, and Keb' Mo encourages a peaceful dialogue in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello Mr. President, my day was just great
Addressing the leader of the nation, expressing gratitude, and exchanging pleasantries
It′s really nice to meet you and your Secretary of State
Expressing admiration for the leader and the people that work with them
What do we do about our angry neighbors
Asking for advice on how to deal with people who are upset with us
How do you justify their behavior
Seeking to understand the motives of the people who are angry
Well maybe there's a reason
Considering the possibility that there is a valid explanation for the actions of the other party
How′s your father? Is your mother alright?
Making polite conversation and asking about the well-being of the leader's loved ones
We're in the middle of a revolution
Acknowledging the current state of unrest and upheaval in society
Creating even more confusion,
Acknowledging that the situation is further complicated by conflicting opinions and ideas
Is war the only answer?
Questioning whether using force is the only solution to the problem
Why don't we talk to each other
Suggesting that communication is the key to resolving the conflict
Lets talk to each other, that′s all
Emphasizing that the solution can be as simple as talking to one another
Understand one another
Stressing the importance of empathy and listening to the other person's perspective
There goes the Navy sailing off to war
Referencing the reality of military action being taken without fully understanding the reasons behind it
Do they know who they′re fighting
Rhetorical question regarding whether those involved in military action truly comprehend their mission
Or what they're fighting for?
Asking whether those fighting understand the reasons behind why they are doing what they are doing
I′ll pray for our angry neighbors
Expressing concern for people on both sides of the conflict
And I'm gonna pray for you
Offering support and well wishes for the leader
Let′s think about our behavior
Urging both parties to consider their own actions and how they may have contributed to the conflict
And ask for a solution
Encouraging open communication and collaboration to find a resolution
Come on, lets talk to each other, that's all
Reiterating the simple but important solution of talking to one another
That′s all.
Ending the song on a note of simplicity and resolution
Writer(s): Kevin R Moore, Kevin So
Contributed by Lauren N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Angel Flores
on The Whole Enchilada (Bonus Acoustic)
You gon die if u put yo hands on me nigga