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/I Want You
Robert Palmer Lyrics
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Ah, 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
Woo mercy, mercy me
Ah things ain't what they used to be, no, no
Our seas fish full of mercury, ah. oh
Ah things ain't what they used to be
What about this over crowded land
How much more abuse from man can she stand?
Oh mercy, mercy me.
Ah things ain't what they used to be.
No, no, no, radiation underground and in the sky;
Animals and birds who live near by are dying oh,
Oh mercy, mercy me.
Ah things ain't what they used to be.
No, no, no, radiation underground and in the sky;
Animals and land how much more abuse from man can she stand?
Robert Palmer's song "Mercy Mercy Me / I Want You" is a powerful song that speaks about how the world has changed over time. It talks about the various environmental issues that the world is facing such as pollution, deforestation, radiation, and overpopulation. The opening lines "Woo ah mercy, mercy me / Ah, things ain't what they used to be" set the tone for the song, and the chorus "Oh mercy, mercy me / Ah things ain't what they used to be" emphasizes the fact that the world has changed and not for the better.
The second verse of the song talks about the pollution of the ocean and the effect it has on marine life. The line "Oil wasted on the ocean and upon our seas fish full of mercury, ah. oh" refers to the environmental disaster caused by the oil spill that happened in the 1960s. The next line talks about overpopulation and how it has caused more abuse to the environment, which is a pressing issue in today's world.
The last verse of the song talks about radiation and its harmful effects on animals and birds that live near the contaminated areas. The song concludes with the line "Animals and land how much more abuse from man can she stand?" which is a poignant question we should all ask ourselves.
Overall, "Mercy Mercy Me / I Want You" is a thought-provoking song that reminds us of the environmental issues that we are facing today. It encourages us to take action and do something before it's too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Woo ah mercy, mercy me
Expressing concern about the state of the world.
Ah, things ain't what they used to be.
Acknowledging that the world has changed and is not as good as it once was.
No, no, where did all the blue skies go,
Wondering about the disappearance of clear blue skies.
Poison is the wind that blows
The air is polluted and harmful to breathe.
From the north and south and east
Air pollution is massive and widespread.
Woo mercy, mercy me
Expressing concern and empathy towards the state of the world.
Oil wasted on the ocean and upon
The oil has been spilled, wasted and is harming the ocean.
Our seas fish full of mercury, ah. oh
The fish in the ocean are poisoned with mercury.
What about this over crowded land
Raising concerns about overpopulation and urbanization.
How much more abuse from man can she stand?
Asking how much more the earth can take before it breaks and collapses.
No, no, no, radiation underground and in the sky;
Recognizing the worrisome exposure to radiation on the earth's surface and atmosphere.
Animals and birds who live near by are dying oh,
The impact of radiation is causing the death of nearby wildlife and animals.
Ah things ain't what they used to be.
The degradation of the world is evident and noticeable.
No, no, no, radiation underground and in the sky;
Reinforcing concerns about the presence of radiation all around.
Animals and land how much more abuse from man can she stand?
The world can no longer bear the harmful nature and deteriorating influence of human activity and mistreatment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Marvin Gaye
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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.
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@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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