Perfect Way
Miles Davis Lyrics


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I took a backseat a backhander I took her back to her room
I better get back to the basics for you
You gotta conscience compassion you got away with the word
You gotta heart full of complacency too
I don't have a purpose omission I'm empty by definition
I got a lack girl that you'd love to be
You want to diva a deduction you want to do what they do
want to do damage that you can undo
Apart from everyone away from your love
A part of me belongs apart from all the hurt above

[Chorus]
I got a perfect way to make a new proposition
I got a perfect way to make a justification
I got a perfect way to make a certain a maybe
I got a perfect way to make the girls go crazy

I took a day job amendment I took a liking to you
I took a page out of my rulebook for you
You want to message a confession you want to martyr me too
You want to margin of error for two
Maybe tomorrow the next letter or when the weather gets better
I've got to wait here for your moon to turn blue
I made an offer an exception I made a sense out of you
You took a good look at your book but I knew
In times of tenderness in terms baby so true
Until such time as I can understand all the things you do
Want to forgive you for all the things that you do
want to forget how to remember with you
Maybe tomorrow the next letter or when the weather gets better
I've got to wait here for your moon to turn blue





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Perfect Way" by Miles Davis featuring Robben Ford and Carlos Santana are complex and somewhat abstract, making it difficult to provide a concrete interpretation. However, one possible reading is that the song deals with the vagaries of love and the complicated relationships we build with others. The singer seems to be struggling with his feelings towards someone else, oscillating between frustration, confusion, and a sense of longing. He acknowledges that he has flaws and shortcomings, but at the same time, he seems to be critical of the other person's behavior as well, accusing them of being complacent and selfish.


The chorus offers a glimmer of hope, as if the singer has found a way to navigate through this emotional turmoil and come up with a "perfect way" to deal with the situation. This perfect way could be a new proposition, a justification, or simply a way to make the girls go crazy. These lines are enigmatic, but they suggest that the singer has some kind of plan or strategy to make things work. However, the verses paint a more complex picture, showing that things are not so straightforward and that the singer is struggling to make sense of his emotions.


Overall, "Perfect Way" is a complex and intriguing song that offers a glimpse into the intricacies of human relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I took a backseat a backhander I took her back to her room
I allowed someone else to take control and physically led a woman back to her room


I better get back to the basics for you
I need to return to fundamental principles for your benefit


You gotta conscience compassion you got away with the word
You possess morality and empathy, and you have the power of persuasion


You gotta heart full of complacency too
You are also content with the status quo


I don't have a purpose omission I'm empty by definition
I lack direction, and I feel empty because of that


I got a lack girl that you'd love to be
I have a girlfriend who is lacking in various ways, but you would find appealing


You want to diva a deduction you want to do what they do
You desire to be a superstar and have the perks that come with it


want to do damage that you can undo
You seek to cause harm but are hoping to reverse its effects


Apart from everyone away from your love
You are separated from others and distant from the love you desire


A part of me belongs apart from all the hurt above
One aspect of me feels disconnected from the emotional pain I am experiencing


I got a perfect way to make a new proposition
I have an excellent plan to offer a new idea


I got a perfect way to make a justification
I know the exact way to present a valid reason or excuse


I got a perfect way to make a certain a maybe
I have an infallible method to transform an uncertain situation into a likely outcome


I got a perfect way to make the girls go crazy
I have a brilliant approach to get women excited and ecstatic


I took a day job amendment I took a liking to you
I began working a regular job and started to develop feelings for you


I took a page out of my rulebook for you
I followed my standard approach for your benefit


You want to message a confession you want to martyr me too
You desire to share a confession over a communication platform and would be willing to face severe persecution for my sake


You want to margin of error for two
You prefer there to be room for error for both of us


Maybe tomorrow the next letter or when the weather gets better
Perhaps tomorrow, the next correspondence, or when conditions are more favorable


I've got to wait here for your moon to turn blue
I have to remain in this state until you undergo a significant transformation


I made an offer an exception I made a sense out of you
I presented you with a unique opportunity and made a connection with you


You took a good look at your book but I knew
You considered your options carefully, but I had foreknowledge of your ultimate decision


In times of tenderness in terms baby so true
During intimate moments, there is a truth that resonates deeply


Until such time as I can understand all the things you do
I won't be able to grasp the motives behind your actions until a future point


Want to forgive you for all the things that you do
I desire to offer you forgiveness despite your actions


want to forget how to remember with you
I wish to start anew with you and put the past behind us


I've got to wait here for your moon to turn blue
I must continue waiting until you undergo a significant transformation




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID GAMSON, GREEN GARTSIDE

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Jose Hill

The fact that this even exists proves that there is good in this crazy world.

jmar1973

Miles Davis covering Scritti Politti's "A Perfect Way."
 My mind is blown.

carolinafan2016

+jmar1973 this so awesome i did'nt even know he did it!

carolinafan2016

me either!

Lale Arpaci

Me too -- just found this

cocteautwinned

jmar1973 jaw.on.floor.

Applemask

Why do you think he appeared on Oh Patti?

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W I L L . S K E T C H E S . M U S I C

My dad used to play the Tutu album in the car in the '80s. Many good memories, going on holiday to the south of France with this song playing on cassette.

Flávio Barbosa

Essa versão tocou nos programas esportivos da TV Gazeta nos anos 80

Alexandre Fontanié

TUTU is probably the best fusion album by miles davis

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