Joseph Kim Mitchell (born 1952 in Sarnia, Ontario) is a Canadian guitarist,… Read Full Bio ↴Joseph Kim Mitchell (born 1952 in Sarnia, Ontario) is a Canadian guitarist, singer-songwriter, and radio DJ personality. He's best known for his critically acclaimed sophomore album, 1984's 'Akimbo Alogo', which proved a hit both in Canada and the U.S. and featured the arena rock classic "Go For Soda".

During the 70s, while still in his teens, Mitchell began playing with local bands in the city of Sarnia. After evolving through a few name changes with essentially the same band, Mitchell and a group titled "Zooom" headed off for Toronto, Ontario. The band eventually dissolved, with Mitchell travelling over to the Greek islands.

Upon his return to Canada, he formed the band Max Webster, which managed to finally break through commercially. Besides playing the group, Mitchell and wrote most of the band's songs with fellow Sarnia native and lyricist, Pye Dubois (Paul Woods). Max Webster toured extensively and built a string of hits. Mitchell's solo career began after his departure from Max Webster, with session work and a succession of solo albums.

In early 1985, the song "Go For Soda" from the Akimbo Alogo album became an international hit and perhaps remains his best known song outside of his native Canada.

In 2004, Mitchell entered the radio broadcasting industry, becoming afternoon drive time host on Toronto classic rock radio station Q107.

As of 2005, Mitchell, still does the afternoon drive time on Q107, and is working on a new double CD set for a Spring 2006 release.

In December of 2005, Mitchell had proposed to the Q107 listeners that they write a Christmas song together. The resulting song is entitled "A Christmas Smile". At the end of the song, Mitchell advises his fans not to drink and drive, but to "go for a soda" instead.

Got a Line On You
Kim Mitchell Lyrics

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Let me take you baby
Down to the riverbed
Got to tell you something
Right to your head

I got a line
I got a line on you baby

I got a line
I got a line on you baby

Come on
Put your arms around me
With every bit of your love
If you know what to do
I'll make love to you
You got the right things
To make it through this time

I got a line
I got a line on you baby
I got a line
I got a line on you baby
A line on you

I got a line
I got a line on you baby
I got a line
I got a line on you baby

Winter's almost gone
Summer she's comin' on strong
Can I love you love you love you
Love you all year long

I got a line
I got a line on you baby
I got a line

I got a line
I got a line on you baby

Overall Meaning

Kim Mitchell's "I Got A Line On You" is a song about a man who is skilled at reading a woman and has a strong attraction towards her. He wants to take her to a secluded location, where he can express his feelings for her. The singer has a "line" on the woman, meaning that he understands her emotional and physical needs, and he is confident that he can fulfill them. His desire for her is evident throughout the song as he begs her to embrace him with "every bit of your love." He also promises to be with her all year long and is excited about the onset of summer, which will allow him to express his love for her more freely.

Overall, the song is a passionate expression of love and lust, with a focus on physical attraction and desire. The imagery of the riverbed and the changing seasons add a natural, romantic element to the song. It's clear that the singer desires the woman and wants to take the time to get to know her and explore her every desire.

Line by Line Meaning

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An expression of pleasure or enjoyment

Let me take you baby
I want to lead you or guide you

Down to the riverbed
To a place of peace and tranquility

Got to tell you something
I have something important to say

Right to your head
This is something that will stay with you and affect you mentally

I got a line
I have a connection or understanding

I got a line on you baby
I know and understand you

Come on
Encouragement to follow or join

Put your arms around me
Embrace me and show affection

With every bit of your love
Give me your wholehearted affection

If you know what to do
If you are willing and able