Born in the small town of Thompson, Georgia, Jackson was the daughter of a sharecropper. Jackson's mother died while she was still a child, and subsequently, she and her father moved to Newark, New Jersey. By the time she was in her mid-teens, she moved to Brooklyn, New York, and lived with an aunt. Jackson occasionally worked as a model for magazines like Jive and Sepia.
Her career is said to have begun on a dare to enter a 1964 Harlem nightclub talent contest, which she soundly won.
Though Jackson first recorded for MGM records, she soon left and began her long association with Spring records. Among her early hits was Hurts So Good which was featured in the blaxploitation film Cleopatra Jones. During the 1970s, she travelled the Southern club circuit along with other bands like The Mighty Majors. Jackson is a former Grammy Award nominee for If Loving You is Wrong (I Don't Want to Be Right) from the album Caught Up. On that album, the follow-up Still Caught Up, and others, she was backed by the renowned Muscle Shoals rhythm section. Her voice is frequently compared to Gladys Knight's.
Jackson's chart success continued into the 1980s. Two of her largest hits during this period include "Hot! Wild! Unrestricted Crazy Love" and "Love Is A Dangerous Game". Both songs reached the Top 10 of R&B chart.
Jackson wrote and starred in the touring play "Young Man, Older Woman," based on her album of the same title. Two more albums followed, 1994's Rock N' Soul and 1995's It's Over.
Jackson now runs her own record label, Weird Wreckuds. For the past several years Jackson has had her own radio show in Dallas, Texas. Broadcasting via remote from her home in Atlanta, Jackson can be found working during the afternoon drive time from 3-6 p.m. on KKDA 730 AM.
In 2000, Jackson's voice was featured in "Am I Wrong" by Etienne de Crecy, sampled from her performance in "If Loving You is Wrong". In 2001, Jackson issued her album, Not For Church Folk! on her own label, Weird Wreckuds. It includes the single, "Butt--A-Cize."
Da Ya Think I'm Sexy ?
Millie Jackson Lyrics
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He's so nervous, avoiding all the questions.
His lips are dry, her heart is gently pounding.
Don't you just know exactly what they're thinking?
If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
He's acting shy, looking for an answer.
Come on, honey, let's spend the night together.
Now, hold on a minute before we go much further.
Give me a dime so I can phone my mother.
They catch a cab to his high-rise apartment.
At last he can tell her exactly what his heart meant.
If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
Come on, honey, tell me so.
His heart's beating like a drum,
'Cause at last he's got this girl home.
Relax, baby. Now we're all alone.
They wake at dawn, 'cause all the birds are singing.
Two total strangers, but that ain't what they're thinking.
Outside it's cold, misty, and it's raining.
They got each other. Neither one's complaining.
He says, I'm sorry, but I'm out of milk and coffee.
Never mind, sugar. We can watch the early movie.
If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
Come on, honey, tell me so.
In Millie Jackson's song "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy", we find two people who are clearly attracted to each other but are hesitant to make a move. The lyrics describe the nervousness between the two as they sit together, wondering what the other is thinking. The chorus is a plea from one person to the other, asking them to reveal their intentions and desires, to make the first move and come closer.
As the song progresses, we see the two finally come together, with the man taking the initiative to invite the woman back to his apartment. There, he finally expresses his feelings and they spend the night together. The morning after finds them in each other's arms, with a sense of contentment and satisfaction. They are both willing to overlook the small inconvenience of not having milk and coffee that morning, happy just to be in each other's company.
Overall, "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy" is a song about the thrill of attraction and the excitement of new love. It's a playful and flirtatious song that captures the initial stages of a relationship, where two people are still getting to know each other and testing the waters.
Line by Line Meaning
She sits alone, waiting for suggestions.
She is alone and waiting for someone to make the first move.
He's so nervous, avoiding all the questions.
He is nervous and is avoiding any conversation that would reveal his true intentions.
His lips are dry, her heart is gently pounding.
They are both nervous and excited at the same time.
Don't you just know exactly what they're thinking?
Their thoughts and intentions are obvious.
If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
If you find me attractive and want to be intimate,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
Show me your interest and intention.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
If you truly desire me, express it physically.
Come on, honey, tell me so.
Be clear and honest about your desires and intentions.
He's acting shy, looking for an answer.
He is acting shy and searching for confirmation of her interest.
Come on, honey, let's spend the night together.
Let's be intimate together tonight.
Now, hold on a minute before we go much further.
Let's pause and ensure our intentions are aligned before moving forward.
Give me a dime so I can phone my mother.
I need to call my mother before we continue.
They catch a cab to his high-rise apartment.
They take a taxi to his luxurious apartment.
At last he can tell her exactly what his heart meant.
He finally reveals his true feelings to her.
His heart's beating like a drum,
He is extremely excited and nervous.
'Cause at last he's got this girl home.
He is finally alone with the girl he desires.
Relax, baby. Now we're all alone.
Let's relax, now that we're alone.
They wake at dawn, 'cause all the birds are singing.
They wake up early, with the sound of birds chirping in the background.
Two total strangers, but that ain't what they're thinking.
Although they are strangers, they have a connection and mutual attraction.
Outside it's cold, misty, and it's raining.
The weather outside is cold, foggy, and rainy.
They got each other. Neither one's complaining.
They have each other's company and are content and happy.
He says, I'm sorry, but I'm out of milk and coffee.
He apologizes for running out of milk and coffee.
Never mind, sugar. We can watch the early movie.
It's okay, we can find something else to do together.
If you want my body and you think I'm sexy,
If you are still attracted to me,
Come on, sugar, let me know.
Express your desire for me once again.
If you really need me, just reach out and touch me.
If you truly desire me, express it physically once again.
Come on, honey, tell me so.
Be honest and clear about your intentions and desires for me once again.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Rod Stewart, Duane Hitchings, Carmine Appice Jr
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Gunnery Sgt Hartman
Is someone even gonna mention how tight this band is??? They are on point!! That's how u put on a show. The drums and horns are there to emphasize every vocal inflection. James Brown would be proud
Zoe B
Yessir
Ziyanda Khuzwayo
The legend at its best,we love you our Queen.
Zoe B
I can listen to this Short version of Do ya think Iβm sexy forever. Never ceases to bring me joy. Band is tight too. 25 years Iβve been listening to this tune
marellamofo
I love me some Millie Jackson. She really knows how to talk some shit...
Adrian Courtland
Going to see her in Atlanta next month!!
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Zoe B
And again itβs so cool
MrDJKaaz
i like how it supposed to be live and they took out the audience
Muziekgenot
Some moments one can hear the audience. Pitty that we don't have the live vid.