PAPA
REDDING Otis Lyrics
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Papa's in the thing
Ain't you hip, of that new green thing
It ain't no drag
Papa's got a brand new bag
It's gone berserk
He's going to fly
You know he's not shy
Imagnitate her, the alligator
Jump back Jack, see you later alligator
Come here sister
Papa's in the thing
Ain't you hip, now, of that new green thing, ha
Ain't no drag
Papa's bought himself a brand new bag
Au, come on, hey hey, come on
It's out of sight
He's uptight, come on and groove
Know you're out of sight
Papa, got it, got it, soul man, soul, groove
He's uptight, Mr. Pity that's my name
Got it, yeah
He's gonna twist
He's doing the fly
Don't playing cheap
You know he's not shy
Imagnitate her, the alligator
Jump back Jack, see you later alligator
Come here sister
Papa's in the thing
Ain't you hip, of that new green thing
Ain't no drag
My man has got a brand new bag
Come on, hey hey, come in
Come in, got it
The lyrics to Otis Redding's "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" are about a man who has a newfound sense of style or confidence. The song opens with him calling out to someone and saying "Come here sister, Papa's in the thing." "The thing" here refers to something significant that he has achieved or acquired, and he wants people to take notice of it.
He goes on to talk about "that new green thing," which could be a reference to money or success. He emphasizes that it's not a burden or a drag on his life, and that he's excited about it. He also mentions an alligator and the phrase "jump back Jack, see you later alligator," which are both common phrases associated with the rhythm and blues genre.
The chorus emphasizes how he's "got a brand new bag" - this could refer to a literal bag that he's carrying around that contains something important, or it could be a metaphor for his new attitude and sense of self. The rest of the song is full of declarations that he's "uptight" and knows how to "twist" and "do the fly." Overall, the song seems to be about someone who has transformed their outlook on life and wants everyone to know about it.
Line by Line Meaning
Come here sister
Hey, listen up!
Papa's in the thing
My dad's got something new.
Ain't you hip, of that new green thing
You know what's up with the latest trend, right?
It ain't no drag
It's awesome!
Papa's got a brand new bag
My dad's got a new style, and he's excited about it.
It's gone berserk
He's going crazy with it!
He's going to fly
He's really getting into it and feeling good.
Don't playing cheap
Don't underestimate him or his new style.
You know he's not shy
He's confident and enthusiastic about his new bag.
Imagnitate her, the alligator
He's really feeling it, like he's wrestling an alligator or something!
Jump back Jack, see you later alligator
Watch out! He's on fire and ready to go!
It's out of sight
It's fantastic!
He's uptight, come on and groove
He's tense and excited, so let's dance and have a good time!
Know you're out of sight
You know you're amazing!
Papa, got it, got it, soul man, soul, groove
My dad's really feeling the music and getting down!
He's uptight, Mr. Pity that's my name
He's so into it, he's getting a new nickname!
Got it, yeah
He's got it all under control and he's feeling good!
He's gonna twist
He's going to dance like crazy!
He's doing the fly
He's really getting into the groove and feeling the music!
My man has got a brand new bag
My dad's got a new style, and it's really cool!
Come on, hey hey, come in
Everybody, join in the fun!
Come in, got it
Come on, let's do this!
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@catirerubio
Nobody could ever top James Brown. Well, just this once. Pure FUNK!
@captgiddyup88
James can obviously be topped on this 1 song.
Otis 8 days per week
@MrGeedog1968
Nice cover version, Otis was 🔥💣🎤🔊🎼💜
@TheBonesso
Great groove by Otis !
@msanntaylor2255
I can say I'm the EPIC James Brown Fan..but Otis outdid him on this one..just this one song..just this one..Badazz.
@mimmoleonardi8643
Otis redding 💪 the Monster of soul,👌❤️👏🏼
@stevanaldape3424
21 years old feeling like I went back in time to the 60s busting a move at the whisky a go go when I hear this song.
@davesyndrome87
Takes a lot to out-funk James Brown, but this version has a richer, juicier bass-line that I can't help moving to.
@abacuslogistics7830
yes sir, hate to admit it but i like otis' verison better. But if anyone can do it, Otis Redding motherFersss!
@paz1359
indeed