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.
Stickin' my heart
Kim Mitchell Lyrics
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Seven numbers that had no name
You were my favorite color
Guess I was just a difficult stain
And if, if I could remember
I might not ever forget
I found that cigarette lighter
Doesn't work cause I got it all wet
I caught my jeans in a bicycle chain
It's hard to believe in anything anymore
I keep stickin my heart where it doesn't belong
I keep stickin my heart where it don't belong
If I swallow your pill will it make me strong
Cause I keep stickin my heart where it don't belong
And now my pockets are empty
Havin trouble rememberin my name
I close my eyes and vibrate
I opened my mouth in the rain
Life's funny but I'm not laughing
Did you forget my name
I remember that cigarette lighter
I remember that bicycle chain
I had a dream that you were flying
I took a ride with the licorice man
It's hard to believe in anything anymore
Been such a long time, nice to leave you
Come on and shine my shoes shine boy
The lyrics of Kim Mitchell's song "Stickin' My Heart" are about a person who keeps getting attached to the wrong people or things. The first verse talks about finding a paper with seven numbers but no name, indicating that the person doesn't even remember who they were interested in. They describe the person they were interested in as their "favorite color" and themselves as a "difficult stain", showing the person's insecurity and feeling of not being good enough for the other person.
The second verse talks about the person's struggles with finding something to believe in. They mention not believing in "bingo or monsters" and getting caught in a bicycle chain. Their repetition of "it's hard to believe in anything anymore" highlights their disillusionment with life. The chorus talks about their tendency to keep getting attached to the wrong things, "stickin' my heart where it doesn't belong". They ask if taking someone else's pill will make them strong, indicating a desire to find a solution to their problem.
The bridge talks about the person's current state of mind, feeling lost and unable to remember their own name. They mention opening their mouth in the rain and dreaming of flying with the "licorice man", which could be interpreted metaphorically as seeking escape or finding comfort in something sweet. The song ends with a vague invitation to "come on and shine my shoes", possibly indicating a longing for someone to take care of them or an attempt to assert dominance over the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Found a paper inside my pocket
I discovered a piece of paper in my pocket.
Seven numbers that had no name
I have seven digits, but I don't know who they belong to.
You were my favorite color
You were the person I liked the most.
Guess I was just a difficult stain
You had trouble getting rid of me.
And if, if I could remember
If only I could recall.
I might not ever forget
It's possible I'll never forget.
I found that cigarette lighter
I located that lighter for smoking.
Doesn't work cause I got it all wet
It doesn't work because I got it wet.
I don't believe in bingo or monsters
I don't believe in luck or superstitions.
I caught my jeans in a bicycle chain
My jeans got caught in the chain of my bike.
It's hard to believe in anything anymore
I find it challenging to believe in anything now.
I keep stickin my heart where it doesn't belong
I keep giving my heart to the wrong person.
If I swallow your pill will it make me strong
If I take your advice, will it make me stronger?
Cause I keep stickin my heart where it don't belong
Because I keep giving my heart to the wrong person.
And now my pockets are empty
My pockets are now empty.
Havin trouble rememberin my name
I am having difficulty recalling my name.
I close my eyes and vibrate
I shut my eyes and shiver.
I opened my mouth in the rain
I opened my mouth while it was raining.
Life's funny but I'm not laughing
Life is amusing, but I'm not finding it funny.
Did you forget my name
Have you forgotten my name?
I remember that cigarette lighter
I still recall that lighter for smoking.
I remember that bicycle chain
I still recall that bike chain.
I had a dream that you were flying
I dreamed about you flying.
I took a ride with the licorice man
I went on a trip with someone selling licorice.
Been such a long time, nice to leave you
It's been so long that it's good to be away from you.
Come on and shine my shoes shine boy
Please shine my shoes, my boy.
Contributed by Mason F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Greg paolucci
Seen him live in a bar in Burlington years back playing songs off the Kimosobe album. Got their early and sat in front next to speakers. Had ring in my ears for 2 days but it was worth it. Good times
superfluppe
This is probably the best song on the album. Well, Kimosabe is not Kim's strongest work ; the man was at his peak during the 80ies.
one marathon
thanks for posting this album.... i know and own all Mitchell music up to this one, and i seriously need to catch up. at least there are only two studio albums to check out. if i like 'em, i WILL buy them to support one of my favourite musicians of all time. i just lost track of Kim after his Itch album.
Kelly Mark
You are most welcome!! I just wish he would release a new on as it has be so many years! I am so glad he is touring a bit! He is one of my all time favorite artist as well :)
one marathon
yes, i just noticed that he'll be here in Ottawa in November. must try to round up some friends to go see him. been a long time... though i have seen Kim with Max Webster a few times (once in the 70's) and nearly ten times with the KMB. thanks again.
Kelly Mark
You are most welcome!! Yes i have seen him a lot as well :) Got to love Kim! I will have to to try and catch that show as well :)
wade jones
Killer lp
Jay LaFrance
Disappointing it’s not on iTunes