With deep, funky grooves and a pop sensibility, Henderson was one of the first notable bassists of the fusion era as well as being one of the most influential jazz and soul musicians of the past 40 years. In addition to Miles, he has played and recorded with Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, the Dramatics, Doctor John, and others. He is considered to be one of the three greatest motown bassists, along with Bob Babbitt and his primary influence, James Jamerson.
Before working with Miles, Henderson had been touring with Stevie Wonder, whom he met at the Regal in Chicago while warming up for a gig. Miles Davis saw the young Henderson performing at the Copacabana (nightclub) in New York in early 1970 and reportedly said to Wonder simply "I'm takin' your fuckin' bass player."
After almost seven years with Miles, Henderson focused on songwriting and singing in a solo career that produced multiple hit songs and albums for Arista Records until his retirement in 1986. Although known primarily for ballads, he was an influential funk player whose riffs and songs have been widely covered.
In a resurgence in popularity, many of his bass riffs have been imitated by players seeking the fat, deep grooves of the Motown sound. His bass riffs, from such hits as "Valentine Love" and "You are my Starship," have been sampled by the likes of Snoop Dogg and L.L. Cool J, and his songs have been covered by Rick James, Wayman Tisdale, and Sugar Ray, and many more!
He continued to play shows intermittently with classic Michael Henderson music such as the very funky "WIDE RECEIVER" "GEEK YOU UP" "YOU ARE MY STARSHIP" "VALENTINE LOVE" "BE MY GIRL" LET ME LOVE YOU" the famous duets IE., Roberta Flack, "AT THE CONCERT" "Phyllis Hyman "CAN'T WE FALL IN LOVE AGAIN" Rena Scott "TAKE ME, I'M YOURS" Jean Carne on "VALENTINE LOVE" and additional tracks ranging from great Bass Instrumentals to Sexy Ballads to the very Funky.
At the Concert
Michael Henderson Lyrics
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Sad, I felt bad when I heard the news you couldn't come to see me
I wasn't very open-minded oh oh the things we said left us brokenhearted
I hope, to make it better ooh make it better real soon and I'll show you that I will if you can if you can
Get away, get away, from all the crowds just you and me
Could we make up? Umhum I want to make up with you. I want to make up with you
(at the concert) 4 x
Please be my friend darling don't decline. Cause if we get it right, this has got to be it this time.
And I'll show you that I will if you can come on and get away, get away, from all the crowds just you and me baby
Could we make up before we break up? I wanna love you ooh let me make up with you
(At the concert) let me make up with you
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I hope to make it better real soon real soon and I want to show you that I will if you can, if you can
Come on girl get away, get away, get away from all the crowd just you and me baby
Could we Michael? I feel we could, it would be so good. Oh baby
I want to want to make up with you make up with you oh baby make up with you oh baby at the concert
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At the concert, at the concert, at the concert at the concert
The lyrics of Michael Henderson's song "At the Concert" speaks about a man who regrets the way he behaved with his girlfriend in the past. He heard that she couldn't come to see him at a concert and feels sad about it. He realizes that their relationship suffered because of his closed-mindedness and the things they said to each other. The man hopes to make things better between them and wants to show her he can change if she gives him another chance. He asks her to come away from the crowds and make up with him, promising that it will be different this time. The singer emphasizes the urgency of their reconciliation and hopes that his girlfriend won't decline his offer to be his friend again.
The themes of regret, apology, and reconciliation are central to the song. The lyrics suggest that the characters' relationship was torn apart by misunderstandings, lack of communication, and ego clashes. The singer acknowledges his mistakes and recognizes the value of his girlfriend's presence in his life. He wants to create a better future with her and hopes that the concert will be the venue for their reunion. The repeated phrase "at the concert" serves as a mantra for the singer's desire to see his girlfriend again and make amends.
Overall, "At the Concert" is a bittersweet love song that reflects the complexities of human relationships. The singer's vulnerability and sincerity are palpable in the lyrics, and the upbeat tempo and catchy melody of the music capture the mood of a lively concert.
Line by Line Meaning
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Sad, I felt bad when I heard the news you couldn't come to see me
The singer is disappointed and sorry after hearing of the news about the recipient not being able to come to the concert.
I wasn't very open-minded oh oh the things we said left us brokenhearted
The singer admits that their lack of open-mindedness had caused hurtful words and emotional pain that led to discord between themselves and the recipient.
I hope, to make it better ooh make it better real soon and I'll show you that I will if you can if you can
The artist expresses their desire to make things right and vows to prove this to the recipient if they are able to attend the concert.
Get away, get away, from all the crowds just you and me
The artist suggests that they spend time alone together away from the chaos and noise of the concert.
Could we make up? Umhum I want to make up with you. I want to make up with you
The singer repeats their desire to reconcile and move forward with the relationship.
(at the concert) 4 x
The phrase is repeated four times, suggesting that the concert is a significant moment where the singer hopes to make amends with the recipient.
Please be my friend darling don't decline. Cause if we get it right, this has got to be it this time.
The artist asks the recipient to be their friend and expresses hope that this time they are able to fix the relationship and move forward towards a positive direction.
Feeling bad (feeling bad) sometimes brings you all the way down oh hoo hoo oh oh oh oh oh I hope to make it better real soon real soon
The artist acknowledges the negative effects of feeling bad and hopes to reverse the situation by promising to make things better soon.
And I'll show you that I will if you can come on and get away, get away, from all the crowds just you and me baby
The artist reiterates their commitment to fixing things and hopes that by spending alone time with the recipient, they will be able to show their sincerity towards the relationship.
Could we make up before we break up? I wanna love you ooh let me make up with you
The singer expresses a sense of urgency in fixing things before the relationship falls apart, and once again expresses their desire to reconcile and demonstrate their love.
(At the concert) let me make up with you
The artist repeats the theme of using the concert as a moment of reconciliation and hopes to make up with the recipient.
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I hope to make it better real soon real soon and I want to show you that I will if you can, if you can
The singer reinforces their hope to make things better and again stresses their commitment to the recipient's attendance at the concert.
Come on girl get away, get away, get away from all the crowd just you and me baby
The singer implores the recipient to join them and escape the concert crowd for some quality time together.
Could we Michael? I feel we could, it would be so good. Oh baby
The artist suggests that reconciliation with the recipient is possible, and calls them 'Michael' in a term of endearment.
I want to want to make up with you make up with you oh baby make up with you oh baby at the concert
The artist repeats their desire to reconcile, followed by a qualifier that the moment of reconciliation should be at the concert.
At the concert, at the concert, at the concert at the concert
The phrase is repeated four times, underscoring the significance of the concert as a moment of reconciliation and the singer's desire for the recipient to attend.
Contributed by Addison P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kk Jones
on Wide Receiver
Can't find Wide Receiver lyrics anywhere.....no info on this song at all. WTH???