Yes Indeed
Oliver Sy Lyrics


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Yes, indeed!

[Chorus:]

Yes, indeed!

Yes, indeed!
Get to making with the jive, boy
You'll shout when it hits you
Yes indeed
Yes yes
Yes you'll shout when it hits you
Yes indeed

When the spirit moves you you'll shout hallelujah
I mean
When it it hits you you'll holler
Yes indeed
Yes yes

It comes out if it's in you, yes indeed
Yes indeed
Makes you shout, Jack, it sends you
Yes indeed
Well let me hit you

When the jive starts jumping you'll shout
Let me in there
Well all right now
When it hits you you'll holler




Yes indeed
Yes indeed

Overall Meaning

The song “Yes Indeed” by Oliver Sy is an upbeat, jazzy tune that speaks about the thrill of getting lost in the music and rhythm. The chorus is repeated twice at the beginning of the song, emphasizing the message of the singer. The words “yes indeed” is a way of affirming the listener, ensuring that they stay on track and that they understand the power of the music. The phrase is a way of making sure that everyone is having a good time.


The song speaks about the way rhythm and melody move the listener. The lyrics mention the feeling of being moved by the jive or jazz, and how it can make someone shout out with joy. When the spirit moves the listener, they will shout hallelujah. The lyrics are about letting go and fully immersing oneself in the music, which is a common theme in jazz. The artist encourages the listener to let loose and enjoy themselves, with lyrics like “Get to making with the jive, boy/you’ll shout when it hits you/ Yes indeed.”


Overall, the song is about the power of music and its ability to affect the listener. The lyrics encourage people to let loose and enjoy the rhythm and melody, letting it carry them away. “Yes Indeed” by Oliver Sy is a celebration of jazz and the way it moves people.


Line by Line Meaning

Yes, indeed!
Confirmation that the following lyrics are accurate and should be taken seriously.


Get to making with the jive, boy
Start dancing with rhythm and energy, my friend.


You'll shout when it hits you
Your excitement will become overwhelming when you feel the groove.


Yes indeed
Undoubtedly true.


Yes yes
Affirmation of what is being said.


Yes you'll shout when it hits you
Your emotions will become so intense that you will start shouting involuntarily.


When the spirit moves you you'll shout hallelujah
In moments of deep emotion, you will praise the Lord with the word "Hallelujah".


I mean
Clarifying the previous statement to remove ambiguity.


When it hits you you'll holler
Your excitement will hit you suddenly and you will shout involuntarily.


Yes indeed
Indeed true, without a doubt.


It comes out if it's in you, yes indeed
Your joy will come out naturally if you have it within you.


Makes you shout, Jack, it sends you
This feeling of excitement will make you shout and become almost uncontrollable.


Well let me hit you
Let me show you what I mean by letting you experience the sensation of the groove.


When the jive starts jumping you'll shout
When the music starts moving you will shout involuntarily because of how it makes you feel.


Let me in there
Allow me to join in on this musical experience and feel the groove firsthand.


Well all right now
I'm ready to let loose and fully enjoy this moment now that I am in the groove.


When it hits you you'll holler
Your excitement and joy will become so intense that you will shout involuntarily.


Yes indeed
Absolutely true and without a doubt.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARY C BROCKERT

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Pam Tebelman

incredible arrangement!

Pepper Williams

Another gem by this "hidden" master

Richard Salvucci

My Dad also had Dorsey's version, which was Sy's arrangement. Sy's band swung it harder. LOL

sham rouh

Sy Oliver a bercé ma jeunesse sur 33 tours, ma mère l'écoutait en boucle .... très heureux de pouvoir le retrouver ici .... merci pour ce cadeau .... Thanks

Skidoo22

The inspiration behind Nelson Riddle !

Peter Brown

My God ,
how on earth did you know that - I thought I was the only one which knew that!

Well done !

Nicholas Thomson

I Know the melody but cant place it? any help?

welwitchia23

Brought by Malcolm X autobiography page 163

Moustapha Ady

Eeeeeeey!!!!!!!!!

SouthernFade Arcade

Listening to it right now because of the reference.. Page 80 in my book tho..

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