Ryder is noted for his gruff, wailing singing style, much influenced by Little Richard, and his dynamic stage performances, influenced by James Brown.
Ryder first appeared fronting a band called Billy Lee & The Rivieras, which had limited success until they met the songwriter / record producer, Bob Crewe. Crewe renamed the group Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels, and they recorded several hit records on his DynoVoice Records label in the mid to late 1960s, most notably "Devil With A Blue Dress On".
Since the early 1970s, Ryder's musical endeavors have not met with the same success that they did before. Ryder himself has blamed his lack of subsequent hits on his unsuccessful aim at the Tom Jones-type cabaret/night club audience just as the counterculture was becoming dominant in 1967 and 1968. His last successful release was Mitch Ryder's Detroit in 1971, which featured the drummer from the original Detroit Wheels, now called Detroit, updating his soul music-influenced sound to the 1970s hard rock era.
He has continued to record and tour but comebacks have eluded him. Ryder's influence is felt in the music of Bob Seger and Bruce Springsteen among others.
Mitch Ryder & the Detroit Wheels
* 1965 "Come See About Me" / "A Face In the Crowd" (New Voice Records 828 Promotion Copy. Uncertain if ever released commercially in the U.S.)
* 1965 "Jenny Take A Ride!" (highest U.S. chart position #10)
* 1966 "You Get Your Kicks"
* 1966 "Little Latin Lupe Lu" (#17)
* 1966 "Devil With A Blue Dress On" / "Good Golly, Miss Molly" (#4)
* 1967 "Sock It To Me-Baby!"
Mitch Ryder
* 1969 "I'd Rather Go To Jail" / "Joy" (New Voice Records 824)
Detroit Featuring Mitch Ryder
* 1972 "Rock and Roll" (written by Lou Reed)
I Got You
Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels Lyrics
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I feel good, I knew that I would, now
So good, so good, I got you
Whoa! I feel nice, like sugar and spice
I feel nice, like sugar and spice
So nice, so nice, I got you
When I hold you in my arms
I know that I can't do no wrong
and when I hold you in my arms
My love won't do you no harm
and I feel nice, like sugar and spice
I feel nice, like sugar and spice
So nice, so nice, I got you
{ sax, two licks to bridge }
When I hold you in my arms
I know that I can't do no wrong
and when I hold you in my arms
My love can't do me no harm
and I feel nice, like sugar and spice
I feel nice, like sugar and spice
So nice, so nice, I got you
Whoa! I feel good, I knew that I would, now
I feel good, I knew that I would
So good, so good, I got you
So good, so good, I got you
So good, so good, I got you
HEY!!
The song "I Got You" by Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels is a classic soul number that exudes positivity and love. The song is about the overwhelming feeling of joy and contentment that comes with being with the person you love. The song's opening lines, "Whoa-oa-oa! I feel good, I knew that I would, now" are iconic and set the tone for the upbeat and lively track. Ryder's voice is full of energy and passion as he sings about his love for his partner. The use of repetition in the lyrics "I feel good, I knew that I would, now" emphasizes the euphoric emotions that come with being in love.
The verses of the song focus on the physical and emotional sensations that Ryder experiences when he's with his partner. The saxophone solos between verses add an element of fun and excitement to the song, making it a true dance classic. The chorus line, "So good, so good, I got you" reiterates the theme of the song, that being in love is the best feeling in the world.
The song's overall message is that love is a powerful emotion that can bring immense joy and happiness into our lives. The song's upbeat tempo, lively vocals, and infectious energy make it a perfect song to dance to or sing along with.
Line by Line Meaning
Whoa-oa-oa! I feel good, I knew that I would, now
I am happy and confident, I expected to feel this way
So good, so good, I got you
Having you makes everything so much better
Whoa! I feel nice, like sugar and spice
I am feeling great, like something sweet and delightful
When I hold you in my arms
Being close to you makes me feel complete
I know that I can't do no wrong
I am confident that nothing will go wrong when I am with you
My love won't do you no harm
My love for you is safe and will never hurt you
My love can't do me no harm
My love for you will not hurt me either
HEY!!
An expression of excitement and joy
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Written by: James Brown
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