Eric "Mr Day" Duperray : vocals, guitar
Stéphane Ronget : flugehorn, trumpet, trombone and back vocals
Benjamin Devigne : grand piano, Fender Rhodes, Hammond organ
Bruno "Patchworks" Hovart : bass, doublebass, programmings
"MJA" tends to make the connnection between jazz and soul music, with various influences, from the Jazz Messengers, Horace Silver, Freddie Hubbard, Pharoah Sanders, Leon Thomas or more actual sounds like the Roots, Roy Ayers....
Yunowhathislifeez
Metropolitan Jazz Affair Lyrics
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I put on a bright sunshine smiling happy face
But the mood s so blue
Feets on ground, as i stroll around winding basselines
But my head it flies so high following the lead
When the trumpet blows
do you know this life
you know this life
this life is mine
Dawn breaks through, green time, i'll be vanishing too
With the sights and sounds, that once, took me to that place
Where the note is blue
Yunowhathislifeez
do you know this life
you know this life
that life, sweet life
The lyrics to Metropolitan Jazz Affair's "Yunowhathislifeez" describe the experience of living in the moment, despite the underlying feelings of sadness and longing. The song begins with the singer acknowledging the contrast between the joyous facade they present to others and the melancholic mood they feel inside. As they walk around, they find themselves swept up in the music, specifically the basslines and trumpet, and transported to another place. The chorus, "Yunowhathislifeez," serves as a reminder to both the listener and the singer that they are engaged in a singular experience that is uniquely theirs. The second verse highlights the fleeting nature of these moments, as they will disappear like the dawn.
Overall, this song is about the human experience of living in the present moment, despite the knowledge that it will ultimately end. The jazz-inspired musical style complements this theme, as jazz music emphasizes improvisation and immediacy, with each performance being unique.
Line by Line Meaning
Moonlight high, yellow time i'll be hanging around
Under the bright moonlight at night, I will be present for a while
I put on a bright sunshine smiling happy face
Even though I feel sad inside, I make a conscious effort to appear happy and positive
But the mood s so blue
Nevertheless, I feel melancholic
Feets on ground, as i stroll around winding basselines
I remain grounded as I casually walk around following the rhythm of the funky basslines
But my head it flies so high following the lead
At the same time, my mind drifts away as I get lost following the lead melody
When the trumpet blows
Especially when the sound of the trumpet is heard
Yunowhathislifeez
Do you recognize or understand what this life is?
do you know this life
Are you familiar with this way of living?
you know this life
You are aware of this experience
this life is mine
This way of living is unique to me
Dawn breaks through, green time, i'll be vanishing too
As the greenery of the new day emerges, I too will disappear into the scenery
With the sights and sounds, that once, took me to that place
Carrying with me the memories of the visual and acoustic experiences that have brought me to this moment
Where the note is blue
Where the musical tone is sad and mournful
that life, sweet life
That specific existence is filled with beauty and happiness
Contributed by Peyton W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dora Brandão
Love this music Yunowhathislifeez... wonderfullll... I need Lyrics , send me please to dodorabr@gmail.com.
Thanks a lot - Gratitude
@KyriakosChampidis
One of my favorites for sure. Love it!
@tamtameg
Wish there was more music like this ✨
@paulosiqueiracapacete458
Que música perfeita e maravilhosa
@tailsyohan
I came across this song in 2007 when I was in high school. I listened to it so much that my father started to like it too. I miss those times, fake anime on orkut, virtual dating, everything was so fake but so real and today everything is so real and fake
@macena6607
Valeu spvic
@jeannguyen5686
SO FUNK JAZZY
@saintangel1996blur
the best of jazz
@aidapuigmartin6690
marvellous.
@Garber1956
Mr Dupree