His eighties hits were promoted by particularly striking award winning videos, featuring an all-female, black-clad backing band. The memorable videos, directed by Terence Donovan, featured heavily on MTV and played a large part in his transatlantic success.
His eighties success was kickstarted by his participation in supergroup The Power Station, along with Andy Taylor and John Taylor of Duran Duran and Tony Thompson of Chic.
Robert Palmer died on September 26, 2003 in Paris, France, while staying at the Warwick de berri Hotel. The cause of death was of a heart attack. He was in Paris promoting his Drive CD which had been released in May of 2003. He was joined there by his longtime friend, Jack Bruce. He was survived by his parents, Anna and Leslie Palmer, his brother, Mark Palmer, and his children, James, Jane, Anna, Anthony and Martin. He is interred in London, England.
Solo Albums:
Sneakin' Sally Through the Alley (1974)
Pressure Drop (1975)
Some People Can Do What They Like (1976)
Double Fun (1978)
Secrets (1979)
Clues (1980)
Maybe It's Live (1982) (live)
Pride (1983)
Riptide (1985)
Sweet Lies (1987) (single)
Heavy Nova (1988)
Addictions Volume I (1989) (compilation)
Don't Explain (1990)
Addictions Volume II (1992) (compilation)
Ridin' High (1992)
Honey (1994)
Very Best Of Robert Palmer (1995) (compilation)
Woke Up Laughing (1998) (compilation)
Very Best Of Robert Palmer (1997) (re-release of the 1995 compilation feat: "Addicted To Love '97)
Rhythm & Blues (1999)
Best Of Both Worlds: The Robert Palmer Anthology (1974-2001) (2002) (compilation)
Drive (2003)
At the BBC (2010)
Albums by the group Power Station (Feat: Robert Palmer):
Power Station (1985)
Living in Fear (1997)
The Best of The Power Station (2002)
Albums by the group Vinegar Joe (Feat: Robert Palmer):
Vinegar Joe (1971)
Rock n Roll Gypsies (1972)
Six Star Generals (1973)
Six Star Gypsies (1994) (Compilation)
Speed Queen of Ventura: An Introduction to Vinegar Joe (2003) (Compilation)
Albums by The Alan Bown Set (Feat: Robert Palmer on vocals)
The Alan Bown (1969) (Only the UK release featured Palmer on vocals)
Listen (1970) (although was re-recorded with Gordon Neville on vocals when Palmer left)
Mercy Mercy Me
Robert Palmer Lyrics
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Oh, things ain't what they used to be, no no
Where did all the blue skies go?
Poison is the wind that blows
From the north and south and east
Oh mercy mercy me
Oh, things ain't what they used to be, no no
Ah, fish full of mercury
Ah-ha, ah mercy mercy me
Oh, things ain't what they used to be, no no
Radiation underground and in the sky
Animals and birds who live nearby all die
Whoa mercy mercy me
Oh, things ain't what they used to be
What about this overcrowded land
How much more abuse from man can she stand?
I want you the right way
I want you, but I want you to want me too
Want you to want me baby
Just like I want you
Oh I'll give you all the love that you want in return, sweet darling
Your happyness is all I crave
It's too bad, it's just too sad
You don't want me no more
But I'm gonna change your mind
Some way somehow baby
I want you the right way
I want you, but I want you to want me too
I want you to want me baby
Just like I want you, ooh
Well one way love is just a fantasy, ah sugar
To share is precious, pure and fair, ooh
Don't play with something you should cherish for life, baby
Don't you wanna care?
Lonely out there
I want you the right way
I want you, but I want you to want me too
Want you to want me baby
Just like I want you, ooh
Robert Palmer's song Mercy Mercy Me is a commentary on the destruction of the environment and its effects on living creatures. Throughout the song, Palmer laments the loss of blue skies and the presence of poison in the wind that blows from all directions. The lyrics also describe the adverse effects of human actions on animals and plants, such as fish with high levels of mercury and animals and birds dying from radiation. Palmer questions how much abuse the Earth can still tolerate, as he talks about the overcrowded land and the need for change.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "Oh mercy mercy me, oh things ain't what they used to be, no no," emphasizing the idea that the world is changing, and not necessarily in a good way. While the verses describe specific environmental problems, the chorus reflects on the broader implications of these issues. The song highlights the importance of caring for the planet and the need for immediate action to address environmental disasters.
Overall, Mercy Mercy Me is a poignant and timely reminder of the ongoing environmental crisis and the impact of human action on the planet.
Line by Line Meaning
Whoa, oh mercy mercy me
Wow, I am pleading for mercy mercy.
Oh, things ain't what they used to be, no no
Oh, times have changed, not for the better.
Where did all the blue skies go?
I'm asking where did the beautiful blue skies disappear.
Poison is the wind that blows
The wind carries toxins that are poisonous.
From the north and south and east
From every direction that wind is blowing.
Oil wasted on the oceans and our seas
Oil is being needlessly wasted in our oceans and seas.
Ah, fish full of mercury
Sadly, fish are contaminated with hazardous mercury.
Radiation underground and in the sky
Radiation is present both underground and in the sky.
Animals and birds who live nearby all die
Wildlife in the vicinity are dying off as a consequence.
What about this overcrowded land
What to do with this land of overpopulation.
How much more abuse from man can she stand?
Can the earth take any more abuse inflicted by humans?
I want you the right way
I desire you to my standards.
I want you, but I want you to want me too
I want you but it's important that you want me back.
Want you to want me baby
I yearn for your reciprocal feelings, honey.
Just like I want you
I desire you back equally.
Oh I'll give you all the love that you want in return, sweet darling
I can assure you of giving back all the love you deserve, my sweet heart.
Your happyness is all I crave
All I desire is to see you happy.
It's too bad, it's just too sad
It's a pity, sad, and disappointing.
You don't want me no more
You don't desire me anymore.
But I'm gonna change your mind
However, I will make you reconsider your thinking.
Some way somehow baby
Somehow or other, my love.
Well one way love is just a fantasy, ah sugar
One-sided love is just imaginary, my love.
To share is precious, pure and fair, ooh
Sharing is valuable, pure and fair, oh.
Don't play with something you should cherish for life, baby
Don't gamble with treasured possessions for life, darling.
Don't you wanna care?
Don't you want to care about each other?
Lonely out there
It's lonely out there alone.
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@fridobotomba5730
So those are not probably the best version of the songs but "the best version" of the song
Mercy mercy me:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMT-oiiY7DE
i want you :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li1G6lnYaag
may Mr Palmer rest in peace i love his song every kinda people
@tommeredith7462
I always admired the way Robert Palmer performed.
He basically just delivered the song at hand with not a lot of fanfare.
No fancy dance moves and strutting around like an attention seeking Peacock.
Also when interviewed, Robert prented himself in a dignified manner.
Roberts father was an intelligence officer and Robert said his mannerisms are from his fathers influence.
Always a head shaking thought Robert passed away so soon so early at 53-54 year’s old.
Two of his most loving fans were still living at the time of his death and that was Roberts Mother and Father.
Robert Palmer, a remarkable talent gone too soon.
RIP Mr. Robert Palmer.
@merlotxx
Hello to everyone who commented on my post. I'm still here. at 80+ and going strong.
Thank you all for your comments.
@robertlaverdure60
I use the same Alfred logo and love rip
@robertlaverdure60
Only 60ish bobbyg
@pattyoneill6724
My Dads name was Alfred, but did not look like this 😐!
@cathharper6977
Fantastic song
@maryingolfsrud937
I'll give you all the love you need Sweet darlings.
@elizabethlinsay9193
Robert Palmer had more class and style in his voice than many have in their entire lifetimes. A great loss to the music world.
@razorsharpe3371
@Elizabeth Lindsey
Indeed it was a crushing loss to music when he passed. Robert Palmer was all about talent, style, and class and he is surely missed by so many.
@plectrumsoul
I saw him with vinegar joe just brilliant
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