Mary Osborne (July 17, 1921 – March 4, 1992) was an American jazz electric … Read Full Bio ↴Mary Osborne (July 17, 1921 – March 4, 1992) was an American jazz electric guitarist.

Osborne was born in Minot, North Dakota. She learned violin as a child and could also play guitar and bass by age 15. She heard Charlie Christian play in Al Trent's band at a stop in Bismarck, North Dakota; Christian became one of her most prominent influences. She went on to tour with Buddy Rogers, Dick Stabile, Terry Shand, Joe Venuti, and Russ Morgan, and recorded with Mary Lou Williams, Beryl Booker, Coleman Hawkins, Mercer Ellington, Ethel Waters, Wynonie Harris, and Billie Holiday. From 1952 to 1960, she was featured on Jack Sterling's CBS radio show. Later in life she only performed occasionally (though she would play jazz festivals into the 1990s) and settled in Bakersfield, California, where she died.

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Sophisticated Lady
Mary Osborne Lyrics

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Sophisticated lady tryin' to change my ways
Just because you're caught in your social maze
I think it's 'bout time that you realize
Your money and your power's got you mesmerized

Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, yea
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on

You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone

Educated lady with your college degree
Amazes me why you just can't see
Learned everything from your books on the shelf
But no one ever taught you how to think for yourself

Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, yea, sweet thing
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone

Sophisticated lady take a lesson from me
I can help you be what you want to be
Together we'll see many brighter days
If it takes forever, gonna change your ways

Pretty lady, get back
Pretty lady, yea, sweet thing
Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone

Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone

Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone

Overall Meaning

"Sophisticated Lady" by Mary Osborne is a song that speaks to the idea of women who are trapped in social roles that are expected of them by society. The "sophisticated lady" is stereotypically portrayed as a woman of great wealth and education, but in reality, she is trapped by these expectations, unable to truly express herself or be free.

The lyrics speak of a woman who is trying to change the singer's ways, but he is unwilling to conform to her expectations. The singer suggests that the sophisticated lady has become too entranced by her money and power, and that she should be more focused on developing her own thoughts and ideas. Despite her education, the sophisticated lady lacks the ability to think for herself.

The song suggests that the sophisticated lady can find freedom if she is willing to let go of her social constraints and put on her blue jeans. The metaphor of putting on blue jeans represents the idea of shedding the trappings of sophistication and becoming more down-to-earth and accessible. The singer offers to help the sophisticated lady break free from her expectations and expectations and learn to think for herself.

Line by Line Meaning

Sophisticated lady tryin' to change my ways
You are attempting to alter my actions, even though you are confined by the norms of your social status.

Just because you're caught in your social maze
Your adherence to societal conventions limits your ability to see beyond your status.

I think it's 'bout time that you realize
It is necessary for you to recognize that your wealth and authority have entranced you.

Your money and your power's got you mesmerized
Your fascination with your financial situation and societal influence has taken over.

Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Even though you believe yourself to be sophisticated, you can still be an approachable, friendly person.

You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
When you shed the confines of your social status, you can be anyone's friend.

Educated lady with your college degree
You are a woman of education, having received a degree from a university.

Amazes me why you just can't see
I am surprised that you are unable to perceive what is going on around you.

Learned everything from your books on the shelf
You have acquired knowledge solely from books in your collection.

But no one ever taught you how to think for yourself
Despite your education, nobody taught you to think independently.

Sophisticated lady take a lesson from me
Listen to me, sophisticated woman, and heed my advice.

I can help you be what you want to be
I can assist you in being the person you aim to become.

Together we'll see many brighter days
We will experience numerous happy times together.

If it takes forever, gonna change your ways
Even if it requires a never-ending effort, I will change your behaviors.

Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Despite your elegance, you can still be a down-to-earth, friendly person.

You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
Once you cease to embrace the restrictions of societal norms, you can form connections with anyone.

Sophisticated lady put your blue jeans on
Again, regardless of your social standing, you can still act in an easygoing, friendly manner.

You're anybody's baby when your mama's gone
Once you are no longer under the constraints of societal expectations, you can develop close relationships with anyone.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DUKE ELLINGTON, IRVING MILLS, MITCHELL PARISH

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