Focusing on improvisation Ojay has busked on the streets of Newcastle for over ten years, sharing his unique funky filmic sounds and has become a well known and loved addition to the vibe of the city centre where he is lovingly known as ‘The Awesome Bass Guy’.
Ojay regularly hosts a monthly improvisation jam night at Bar Loco, Newcastle as well as perfoming solo gigs up and down the country in venues and at festivals. He also teaches bass guitar, has facilitated music workshops for children and adults.
Presently Ojay is finishing a BA in Performance Industries out of Wolverhampton University and is looking forward to writing a lot of music for sharing. He has happily reunited with his crew in the Dust Junkys who after disbanding for over ten years are touring again and writing new material.
Used to Be My Girl
OJay Lyrics
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Sh-sh-should've
Sh-sh-should've
Sh-sh-should've
Good loving
The girls got pretty good lovin'
Ask me how I know
She used to be my girl
My Girl
I respect her
When she was mine
I used to neglect her
She wanted more than I could give
But as long as I live
She'll be my girl
[Chorus]
She used to be my girl
She used to be my girl
She had a charming personality
The girl was so right for me
Shes my girl
And If I had the chance
I'd take her back
As a matter a fact
Right away
Like today
Not only good-lookin'
The girl was so smart
Cant beat her cooking
Ask me how I know
And I'll tell you so
She used to be my girl
I still love her
I'd place noone above her
The song "Used To Be My Girl" by OJays is all about a man reminiscing about a past relationship where he expresses regret for not having treated his girl the way he should have. He confesses that the girl he used to be with was loving, charming, and had a great personality, but he neglected her back then. However, the man shows an unending love for her and would take her back if he ever had the chance. He talks of her being smart, a great cook and an all-around amazing person. The chorus repeats the words "She used to be my girl" several times, signifying how he misses her.
The lyrics of "Used To Be My Girl" expresses many themes, one of which is regret. The man realizes that he should have treated his girl better but now that she is gone, he has nothing more but memories. Another theme expressed is unconditional love. He talks about how much he still loves her even though he wasn't always the best. The message in the song is powerful, telling listeners not to take their loves for granted, and treat them like precious gifts.
Line by Line Meaning
Sh-sh-should've
I regret not doing something in the past.
Good loving
She was good at loving and caring for me.
The girls got pretty good lovin'
She had exceptional love and care for me.
Ask me how I know
I have experienced it and know it personally.
And I'll tell you so
I will openly share my experiences and opinions.
She used to be my girl
She was once my girlfriend or partner.
My Girl
Title of the song and a reference to a lost love.
I respect her
I have appreciation and admiration for her.
When she was mine
She was once in a relationship with me.
I used to neglect her
I mistreated or didn't value her when we were together.
She wanted more than I could give
She desired greater love, attention, or life experiences than I was able to provide.
But as long as I live
Denotes a lasting love or deep connection to her.
She'll be my girl
She will always have a special place in my heart or memory.
She had a charming personality
She was charismatic and appealing to be around.
The girl was so right for me
She was a perfect match for me in many ways.
Shes my girl
A repetition of the earlier line indicating continued affection for her.
And If I had the chance
If given the opportunity or if circumstances were different.
I'd take her back
I would rekindle our past romance or relationship.
As a matter a fact
In fact or without a doubt.
Right away
Immediately or without delay.
Like today
As soon as possible or even today.
Not only good-lookin'
She was not just attractive in appearance.
The girl was so smart
She was intelligent and had good judgment.
Cant beat her cooking
She was talented or skilled in cooking delicious food.
I still love her
I continue to have strong feelings of attachment or attraction towards her.
I'd place noone above her
She remains the most important or valuable person to me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LEON HUFF
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@emoss8927
My then boyfriend used to sing this to me when we broke up in HS. We have now been married 39 yrs!❤ Whenever I hear the O'Jays, The Whispers, Delfonics and Black Ivory I am transported back in time. Nothing like the old school love songs!
@rjo3737
I'm 70, white, British - and the 70s was the THE best era of soul by far!
@terricook638
When singers could ACTUALLY SING!
Love the O'JAYS
@gloriasteagall1339
Grown folks music 😊
@illacook3636
Every time I hear this song, I shed tears. This was one of my fathers favorite song's and every time I hear,it feels like he's sitting right next to me. I miss you, Daddy. Thank you for not leaving me.
@dex.cameron1855
"She wanted more than I can give, but as long as I live, she'll be my girl"....
@juanitabunch3444
I’m old school still listening to the O”Jays right now all the time
@userofname1
Sometimes, I think the groups like this and the Temptations, Spinners, etc are gone. They were my favorites.
@leonhill6769
Here in 2023!!!😘
@WishClement-py6do
Singing with emotion n love ! We're is now! Miss it