Raised in Washington, D.C., Meshell Suhaila Bashir Shakur (as she became known) adopted the surname Ndegéocello, which means "free like a bird", while still in her teens. She has been hailed in the music press as a redeemer of soul music. Her music incorporates funk, soul, hip-hop, reggae, rock and jazz. She has been nominated for 9 Grammys. She has frequently toured with Lilith Fair.
Ndegeocello honed her chops on the D.C. Go-go circuit in the late 1980s before venturing out as a solo artist. She emerged as a recording artist in 1993 on Maverick Records/Sire Records with her debut, Plantation Lullabies. This recording presented a distinctly androgynous persona. Her music has been featured in a number of film soundtracks including How Stella Got Her Groove Back and Batman and Robin. She has also appeared on recordings by Basement Jaxx and The Blind Boys of Alabama, among others. Her biggest hit is a duet with John Cougar Mellencamp, a cover version of Van Morrison's Wild Night, which reached #3 on the Billboard charts.
Her singles If That's Your Boyfriend (He Wasn't Last Night), Leviticus: Faggot, and her cover of Bill Withers Who Is He and What Is He To You? have all charted in the Billboard top 20. She sang background vocals on the song I'd Rather be Your Lover by Madonna, on her album Bedtime Stories. She also sang with Chaka Khan on the single Never Miss the Water, as well as providing her typical solid bass skills.
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Satisfy
Me'Shell Ndegéocello Lyrics
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Only you
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
The rays of the sun greet my body
I am naked in your world
Come walk me through the garden
And fill me with your love
I've searched my whole life this life
For the reason that we cry
Just one kiss then I close my eyes
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
Only you
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
Alone I am never
I am but one of many
And you have so that I may see
Freedom amidst this mockery
I hold out my hand and touch heaven
Tear out my grieving heart
But you come and fill it with love
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
Only you
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
The opening lines of Me'Shell Ndegéocello's song Satisfy express a deep longing for the one person who can bring satisfaction and completeness to the singer's life. The repetitive nature of the lyrics emphasizes the singular focus and importance of this individual. The following verses paint a picture of vulnerability and openness as the singer bares their body and soul to this person. They long to be guided through the garden of life and to experience love and connection with this special someone. The lines "I've searched my whole life this life / For the reason that we cry / Just one kiss then I close my eyes" express a sense of longing and desperation to find meaning and comfort in a world that can often feel cold and indifferent.
Line by Line Meaning
The rays of the sun greet my body
I am basking in the warmth of your love
I am naked in your world
I have opened up and exposed myself to you entirely
Come walk me through the garden
Take me on a journey of love and discovery
And fill me with your love
Let me experience the completeness of your affection
I've searched my whole life this life
I have spent my entire existence looking for love
For the reason that we cry
To find an answer to the heartache and pain we endure
Just one kiss then I close my eyes
A simple gesture from you is enough to bring me peace and happiness
Alone I am never
With you, I never feel lonely
I am but one of many
I am just another person in this world
And you have so that I may see
You have shown me the beauty in life
Freedom amidst this mockery
I find freedom and liberation from the ridicule and pain of the world
I hold out my hand and touch heaven
Your touch can transcend me to a place of pure bliss
Tear out my grieving heart
Take away my sorrow and heartache
But you come and fill it with love
You fill the void in my heart with your boundless love
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
You are the only one who can truly fulfill me
Only you
No one else can take your place in my heart
Only you satisfy me only you satisfy me
Your love is the only thing that can bring me true happiness
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: FEDERICO GONZALEZ PENA, MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Cosmic_Messenger
HEAVY-DUTY MONSTER JAM SON! The guitar solo is mad-wicked!
@shellielharrisjr9371
Was Blessed about 10 years ago to meet and play bass along with her Blood Bro.! Bro. S Rickman, I used watch that bro. Gig all the time at THE HEAVEN/HELL IN DC.! HE would b playing in The HEAVEN LOUNGE PART! 1 LOVE ALL! MICHELL IS JUST BLESSEDLY AWSOME!:)!
@azzamzamzam1822
"Great-Music"
@crev1018
THIS IS F-ING AWESOME!!!!!!!!
@DRUMTOY2002
My ABSOLUTE favorite performance of this song because of the drummer!!!!
@barbacoa114
+Sean Sherrod like that fill at 2:00 yessss
@tutumiles1
My goodness Meshell !!!! Loved the whole song and the homage to Hendrix
@raithistlethwayte
Fuck man. I love this. Sean you’re on fire!!!
@reeelBKFLATBUSHnyc
I'm actually looking for the ENTIRE live set of her 2000 Montreux performance... It was on YouTube, but was taken down years ago... PLEASE REUPLOAD IN ITS ENTIRETY......
@N0B0DY_SP3C14L
Yeah, that's got some Doing It Right in there. Respect.