Moses was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and attended Booker T. Washington High School. In the late 1950s he formed his first band, the Showstoppers. They became a popular live act in the Atlanta area, and were at one time the house band at the Royal Peacock club.
Moses moved to New York in the mid 1960s, where he worked as a session musician as well as recording with Johnny Brantley, who co-wrote and produced his first single, "My Adorable One", in 1965. In 1967 he recorded three singles - all commercially unsuccessful - for the Musicor label, including "Bad Girl" and an instrumental version of The Four Tops' "Reach Out, I'll Be There". He also recorded a version of "Dark End of the Street", issued by Gates Records probably in 1969. Moses' guitar style has been described as "funky" and likened to that of Jimi Hendrix, a contemporary of his on the club scene of the mid-1960s. He has also been praised for his "rough and powerful deep soul singing style".
In 1970, he released a single, "Time and Place", on the Maple label, a subsidiary of All Platinum Records. This was followed by a nine-track LP of the same name, again produced by Brantley, which contained his versions of several classic songs of the period including "Hey Joe". The album featured several members of The Ohio Players, as well as Moses' own band, the Deciples (sic). Although the album has since been described as "a revered and highly sought-after lost treasure for deep soul fans and collectors", it was a commercial failure at the time.
Moses also worked with fellow Atlanta native The Mighty Hannibal on his 1973 album, Truth. He returned to Atlanta in the early 1970s, and continued to perform locally, but did not record again. He died there in 1997.
In 2007, Castle Music issued a CD anthology of all Moses' recordings, under the title Time and Place.
Time and Place
Lee Moses Lyrics
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Aw, yeah
We've got to share our love in secrecy
Nobody must know about you and me
We can't take too much liberty
Until the time he sets you free—and I gots to tell you
Just name the time and I'll be there (I'll be right there)
We can't go to a million places
We can't be around a million faces
We're this chance oh, this I know
But I don't mind it baby 'cause I love you so, ah yeah
No matter when, no matter where
You just name the time and I'll be there (I'll be right there)
(now) If you've got the nerve to slip away
Then I've got the nerve to meet you wherever you say
We'll be taking a chance, this I know
But I don't mind it baby 'cause I love you so—and I gots to tell you
No matter when, no matter where
Ahhh name the time and I'll be right there, oh yes I will
I'll be right there
I'm gonna hold you, I'm gonna squeeze you
(no matter when) No matter when
(no matter where) No matter where
(no matter when) I'm gonna hold you baby
(no matter where) If it takes a train
(no matter when) If it takes a plane
(no matter where) No matter how I get there baby
Time and Place by Lee Moses tells the story of two people who are in love but are forced to keep their relationship a secret. The lyrics portray the challenges and limitations that this couple must face, including the inability to showcase their love publicly and the fear of being caught by an unknown entity. The song's opening lines, "We've got to share our love in secrecy, Nobody must know about you and me," sets the tone of the song and highlights the clandestine nature of the couple's love.
The theme of the song is unconditional love, which is evident in the lines, "But I don't mind it baby 'cause I love you so." The lyrics imply that the love between the two is so strong that they are willing to take risks and defy social norms. The song also suggests that their love is not based on convenience, but rather a deep connection that cannot be explained or understood by anyone else.
The chorus of the song is particularly impactful, as it echoes the message of the song - that the couple will go to any lengths to be together. "No matter when, no matter where, just name the time and I'll be there" is a passionate statement and a testament to their unwavering love, suggesting that nothing can keep the lovers apart.
Overall, Time and Place, is a powerful song that uses simple lyrics to convey a complex emotion. It celebrates love in a raw and uncompromising way, emphasizing that true love is steadfast and can stand the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
We've got to share our love in secrecy
We must keep our love hidden from the world.
Nobody must know about you and me
It is essential that nobody finds out about our relationship.
We can't take too much liberty
We cannot have too much freedom in expressing our love openly.
Until the time he sets you free - and I gots to tell you
We will have to wait for your partner to set you free, and I must express my feelings to you in the meantime.
No matter when, no matter where, just name the time and I'll be there
I will be there for you, regardless of the time or location you need me.
We can't go to a million places, we can't be around a million faces
We cannot travel extensively or be with many people, as it may compromise our secrecy.
We're this chance, oh, this I know, but I don't mind it baby 'cause I love you so, ah yeah
Our relationship is a risky one, but I am willing to take the chance because I love you.
If you've got the nerve to slip away, then I've got the nerve to meet you wherever you say
If you have the courage to sneak away to meet me, then I will also be bold enough to come to you wherever you choose.
We'll be taking a chance, this I know, but I don't mind it baby 'cause I love you so—and I gots to tell you
Our rendezvous will be risky, but I am not afraid because I love you deeply.
No matter when, no matter where, ahhh name the time and I'll be right there, oh yes I will, I'll be right there
Once again, I promise to always be there for you, no matter when or where.
I'm gonna hold you, I'm gonna squeeze you
When we are together, I will hold and embrace you tightly.
(no matter when) No matter when (no matter where) No matter where
I cannot stress enough that I will always be there for you.
(no matter when) I'm gonna hold you baby (no matter where) If it takes a train (no matter when) If it takes a plane (no matter where) No matter how I get there baby
Once again, I reassure you that I will come to you no matter what mode of transportation is needed.
Writer(s): LEWIS, FARMER, ROBINSON
Contributed by Alexandra R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@unboughtunbossed1841
Man this song is so funky. Thank you Lee Moses🙏🙏🙏...and salute Positive K for this dope sample in Night Shift✊✊✊🙏🙏
@bid84
Just discovered this man, he has a great sound.
@phillipallen3671
Just bought this cd off eBay! Man this guy and his band had it together!
@dustinmccain1215
WHY was this guy not RICH and FAMOUS! The music is stunning!
@dustinmccain1215
@Broad Sword Probably some truth to that. Todays music and Hollywood industry is in to some dark stuff- always has been. Look up Adrenachrome if you can find anything on it that hasn't been deleted!
@MRATOMIC-yz2cx
This song and Freddie King- going down are two of my new favorites. Is there a live version out there somewhere?
@GraceMill
love this playlist great collection
@TheMydoorbell
FUCKING MASTER PIECE! WHY THIS GUY IS NOT FAMOUS!!!!!
@JoshDone
RIGHT ON!
@joao21pereira
Simon GR RIGHT ON!