Kenny "Dope" Gonzales loaned out the name Masters At Work to Todd Terry who released two singles (Alright Alright and Dum Dum Cry) in 1987 under this moniker.
See Line Woman
Masters at Work Lyrics
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Alright yeah, alright
Sea lion woman, she drink coffee
She drink tea and then go home
Sea lion woman
Sea lion woman, dressed in green
Sea lion woman
Sea lion woman, dressed in red
Make a man lose his head
Sea lion woman
Sea lion woman, black dress on
For a thousand dollars, she wail and she moan
Sea lion woman
Wiggle, wiggle, turn like a cat
Wink at a man and he wink back
Now child, sea lion woman
Empty his pockets and wreck his days
Make him love her
And she'll fly away, yeah yeah
Sea lion woman, take it on out now
Empty his pockets and she wreck his days
And she make him love her
Then she sure fly away
She got a black dress on
For a thousand dollars
She wail and she moan
The song "Sea Line Woman", a classic blues tune, is about a woman of great allure and mystery who is always in control of the men who seek her. The lyrics describe her love of drinking coffee and tea, her fashion choices, and how she can cause men to lose their heads, as well as how she is able to manipulate them into giving her everything she wants. The metaphor of the sea lion woman is used to emphasize the woman's ability to move fluidly and elegantly, similar to how a sea lion swims through water. The repetitive use of "sea lion woman" in the lyrics helps to create a sense of her mystique and power.
However, the tone of this song is not always serious. The song opens with a cheerful, upbeat rhythm, evoking a sense of fun and lightheartedness. As the song progresses, the mood shifts between flirtation and playfulness and a darker tone that hints at the danger and risk associated with trying to win the sea lion woman's heart.
Overall, "Sea Line Woman" is a song that celebrates the independent and powerful woman who is able to control and manipulate men with her beauty and charm.
Line by Line Meaning
Sea lion woman, she drink coffee
The woman Sea lion has the habit of drinking coffee
She drink tea and then go home
After drinking tea, Sea lion woman usually goes home
Sea lion woman, dressed in green
When dressed, Sea lion woman usually wears green clothes
Wears silk stockings with golden seams
Along with green clothes, Sea lion woman wears silk stockings with golden seams
Sea lion woman, dressed in red
In another attire, Sea lion woman is dressed in red color
Make a man lose his head
Sea lion woman's captivating antics are enough to make any man go crazy
Sea lion woman, black dress on
Another outfit of Sea lion woman is a black dress that she wears
For a thousand dollars, she wail and she moan
Sea lion woman sings and moans seductively for $1000
Wiggle, wiggle, turn like a cat
Sea lion woman wiggles and dances sensually like a feline
Wink at a man and he wink back
Her seductive moves are enough to make any man wink back at her
Empty his pockets and wreck his days
She uses her charm and seduction to empty men's pockets and ruin their lives
Make him love her
Sea lion woman makes men fall in love with her
And she'll fly away, yeah yeah
After fulfilling her desire, she leaves without any attachment
Sea lion woman, take it on out now
This is an indication for Sea lion woman to end her performance
Then she sure fly away
After completing her act, Sea lion woman leaves the place
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE BASS, NINA SIMONE
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@shanec2444
Truly an amazing mix, just love this MAW remix. They never disappoint.
@Hammerton32
beautiful.
@barbaranelson5296
Thievery Corporation has the best collection of classic remixes. They honor the spirit of the artists that they "work" with. It's my go to music for masterful artistry. I've missed seeing them twice and I've wanted to see them for 10 years. And it would have been incredible to see Nina, Billie, Sarah, on and on...
@leonbailey5944
At 31 I am shocked I'm just listening to this for the first time...amazing track. Even the original. Nina forever blessed.
@wefunk12
Hey Leon I'm 66 and I just learned the name of the song . I had recorded this song off the radio and this was the first time I listened to the lyrics, lolololol I was fixated on the band ! I understand what you're saying
@Mademoiselleantoine
Love the remix! I listened to this song all the time while I was doing my errands or taking care of business
@leighleebelle
Beautiful work! Thank you for this!
@abumc5104
the HOUSE music world owes a lot to kenny dope and lil' louie vega, and the masters@work owe a lot to the greats of r&b, jazz, boogie, disco and funk & soul. you gotta love nina simone
tracks remixed and rearranged.
@lalagaganation
Listen when waking up. That beat gets me motivated when I don’t want to be
@alastairstewart8717
Inspiring. Even has jazz flute!