In the 1960's Oscar and two of his brothers formed the band "Oscar and the … Read Full Bio ↴In the 1960's Oscar and two of his brothers formed the band "Oscar and the Majestics". It wasn't long before the popularity of the band began to grow in NW Indiana (known as "the region"). Developing their music in this industrial area led to their unique hard driving sound. They became leaders in the development of a style known as "garage rock". Every week they packed the Marquette Park Pavilion in Gary, Indiana, and it wasn't long before their popularity spread throughout the entire mid-western United States. The wide variety of their recordings demonstrates their musical versatility beginning with the beats of "Come on Willie" and "No Chance Baby" to the melodious sounds of "My Girl is Waiting". As accomplished as those songs are, Oscar and the Majestics are most famous for their hard driving garage rock and roll as demonstrated in "Got to Have Your Lovin", "I Can't Explain", and "Soulfinger". With limited exposure the music of Oscar and the Majestics has traveled throughout the world. Their music is currently being released by Sundazed Records.

Don't take this as Gospel, but this is how I remember Oscar & the Majestics:
I believe they were from Gary, Indiana as I can remember them playing at the Marquette Park Pavillion quite regularly. Hamod is Oscar's last name. We lived in Michigan City so I have to presume I saw them at Barker Hall in MC. One could see/dance to a live band for three hours for one or two dollars! We were all rock star wanna be's so we would watch the bands play covers of the current hits and try to pick up the chord progressions ( we were too cheap to buy the sheet music.) Oscar had us covered as he had thin metal pieces covering the fret boards. They were bolted to brackets about an inch above the fret boards. The musician slipped his fingers between the cover and the fret board thus preventing us from seeing what notes he was playing. The were gold color, probably anodized aluminum as I recall, and had "The Majestics" painted on them. That made us mad, but they were a good sounding group, certainly worth the price of admission.

I Can't Explain
Oscar & The Majestics Lyrics

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I've been around the world in a plane
Settled revolutions in Spain
The North Pole I have charted
But can't get started with you
And at the golf course I'm under par
Metro-Goldwyn wants me to star
I've got a house and a show place
But can't get no place with you

You're so supreme
The lyrics I write of you
Dream, dream, day and night of you
Scheme just for the sight of you
Baby but what good dose it do
I've been consulted by Franklin D.
Even Gabel had me to tea
But now I'm broken hearted
Can't get started with you

You're so supreme
The lyrics I write of you
Dream, dream, day and night of you
Scheme just for the sight of you
But what good does it do
I've been consulted by Franklin D.
Even Basic had me to tea

But now I'm broken hearted
Can't get started with you

Overall Meaning

The first stanza of "I Can't Explain" by Oscar & The Majestics describes the singer as a highly accomplished individual who has achieved great feats such as settling revolutions in Spain and charting the North Pole. Despite these achievements, the singer is unable to win the heart of their love interest. The second stanza reinforces the singer's infatuation with their love interest and how they constantly dream and scheme to win their affections. The final lines of both stanzas reveal a deep sense of despair as even the singer's powerful friends, such as Franklin D. Roosevelt, cannot help them win over their love interest.

The lyrics of "I Can't Explain" can be interpreted as a commentary on how love can render even the most accomplished individuals helpless and powerless. The singer's achievements become insignificant when compared to their inability to win their love interest over. The song suggests that love can be an all-consuming force that deprives individuals of power and agency.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been around the world in a plane
I have traveled extensively and seen much of the world.

Settled revolutions in Spain
I have been involved in political activism and have influenced important events in Spain.

The North Pole I have charted
I have explored the Arctic and have mapped out the North Pole.

But can't get started with you
Despite all of my accomplishments and experiences, I am unable to begin a relationship with the person I desire.

And at the golf course I'm under par
I play golf very well and often score below average in the sport.

Metro-Goldwyn wants me to star
I have been offered a leading role in a movie by the prestigious studio Metro-Goldwyn.

I've got a house and a show place
I am fortunate to have both a comfortable home and an impressive property to showcase to others.

But can't get no place with you
Despite my wealth and status, I cannot seem to win the affection of the person I desire.

You're so supreme
I view you as an exceptional, one-of-a-kind individual.

The lyrics I write of you
I frequently compose songs about my feelings for you.

Dream, dream, day and night of you
I constantly fantasize and daydream about being with you.

Scheme just for the sight of you
I plot and plan ways to see you or catch glimpses of you.

Baby but what good dose it do
However, these efforts are ultimately futile, and my feelings for you do not change the current situation.

I've been consulted by Franklin D.
Even the President of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt, has sought my advice or input.

Even Basic had me to tea
Even famous and influential people such as General Douglas MacArthur have invited me to socialize with them over a cup of tea.

But now I'm broken hearted
Despite my successes and connections, my unrequited feelings have left me feeling shattered and unhappy.

Can't get started with you
I cannot seem to begin a relationship or courtship with the person I desire, no matter my attempts or accomplishments.

Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ira Gershwin, Vernon Duke

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