Flack was the first solo artist to win the Grammy Award for Record of the Year on two consecutive years: "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" won at the 1973 Grammys as did "Killing Me Softly with His Song" at the 1974 Grammys.
Flack performs in the areas of jazz, soul, and folk, and is best known for singles such as "Killing Me Softly with His Song", which won the 1974 Grammy for Record of the Year, and "Where Is the Love", which was one of her many duets with Donny Hathaway.
Flack began her professional career recording for Atlantic Records without much success, until one of her earliest recordings, "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" (1969), was included on the soundtrack to Clint Eastwood's directorial debut Play Misty for Me; it became a number-one hit in 1972.
Sweet Georgia Brown
Roberta Flack Lyrics
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Things are hot here now they say,
There's a new gal in town.
Gals are jealous, there's no doubt.
All the guys just rave about
Sweet, Sweet Georgia Brown.
And ever since she came, the common folks all claim, say;
No gal made has got a shade on Sweet Georgia Brown.
Two left feet, but oh, so neat has Sweet Georgia Brown.
They all sigh and wanna die for Sweet Georgia Brown,
I'll tell you just why, you know I don't lie (not much!).
It's been said she knocks 'em dead when she lands in town.
Since she came why it's a shame how she's cooled 'em down.
Fellas that she can't get must be fellas that she ain't met.
Georgia claimed her, Georgia named her, Sweet Georgia Brown.
All you gals will get the blues,
All you pals will surely lose.
And, there's but one excuse.
Now I've told you who she was,
And I've told you what she does,
Still, give this gal her dues.
This pretty maiden's prayer is answered anywhere
[Chorus]
No gal made has got a shade on Sweet Georgia Brown.
Two left feet, but oh, so neat has Sweet Georgia Brown.
They all sigh and wanna die for Sweet Georgia Brown,
I'll tell you just why, you know I don't lie (not much!).
All those tips the porter slips to Sweet Georgia Brown
They buy clothes at fashion shows for one dollar down.
Fellas, won'tcha tip your hats. Oh boy, ain't she the cats?
Who's that mister, tain't her sister, It's Sweet Georgia Brown.
The lyrics to Roberta Flack’s “Sweet Georgia Brown” describe the arrival of a striking woman who turns heads and inspires jealousy among other women. The men in town all rave about her and cannot resist her charms. The song emphasizes Georgia Brown’s appeal, highlighting her physical beauty and the effect she has on the town’s residents. The singer notes that all the women in town will be envious of Georgia Brown, and all the men will fall at her feet.
The chorus of “Sweet Georgia Brown” further emphasizes Georgia’s irresistibility. The lyrics suggest that no other woman can compare to her, describing her as having “two left feet” (an idiom indicating someone is an incompetent dancer) but still being “oh, so neat.” Men “sigh and wanna die” for her, and the song implies that she has an effect on people that borders on mystical. The singer concludes by urging listeners to acknowledge Georgia’s allure and give her credit where it’s due.
Overall, “Sweet Georgia Brown” is a celebration of feminine beauty and attraction. The song depicts Georgia Brown as an object of desire who has the power to captivate an entire town. Through its lyrics, the song emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and respecting female beauty, even if it inspires jealousy or discomfort in others.
Line by Line Meaning
She just got here yesterday,
Sweet Georgia Brown is a newly arrived gal in town.
Things are hot here now they say,
The town is abuzz with talk about Sweet Georgia Brown.
There's a new gal in town.
Sweet Georgia Brown is a recent arrival in the town.
Gals are jealous, there's no doubt.
Women are envious of Sweet Georgia Brown.
All the guys just rave about Sweet, Sweet Georgia Brown.
Men everywhere compliment and praise Sweet Georgia Brown.
And ever since she came, the common folks all claim, say;
Since her arrival, people have been discussing Sweet Georgia Brown with enthusiasm.
No gal made has got a shade on Sweet Georgia Brown.
No woman is equal to Sweet Georgia Brown's charm and appeal.
Two left feet, but oh, so neat has Sweet Georgia Brown.
Despite her clumsiness, Sweet Georgia Brown is perfectly charming and delightful.
They all sigh and wanna die for Sweet Georgia Brown,
Everyone is enamored with Sweet Georgia Brown.
I'll tell you just why, you know I don't lie (not much!).
The artist assures the listener of the truth of what they're about to say.
It's been said she knocks 'em dead when she lands in town.
There is talk of Sweet Georgia Brown causing a sensation wherever she goes.
Since she came why it's a shame how she's cooled 'em down.
Sweet Georgia Brown has been so irresistible that men have lost interest in other women.
Fellas that she can't get must be fellas that she ain't met.
The men who are uninterested in Sweet Georgia Brown are probably unfamiliar with her.
Georgia claimed her, Georgia named her, Sweet Georgia Brown.
The name "Sweet Georgia Brown" was given to her by the state of Georgia.
All you gals will get the blues,
Other women will feel unhappy and jealous of Sweet Georgia Brown's popularity.
All you pals will surely lose.
Her male friends will end up preferring Sweet Georgia Brown over their female companions.
And, there's but one excuse.
There is no excuse for not recognizing Sweet Georgia Brown's appeal.
Now I've told you who she was,
The singer has now introduced Sweet Georgia Brown to the listener.
And I've told you what she does,
The listener has been informed of Sweet Georgia Brown's impressive qualities.
Still, give this gal her dues.
The singer asks for recognition of Sweet Georgia Brown's excellence.
This pretty maiden's prayer is answered anywhere
Sweet Georgia Brown is capable of attracting attention and admiration anywhere she goes.
All those tips the porter slips to Sweet Georgia Brown
People are willing to offer Sweet Georgia Brown money as a sign of appreciation.
They buy clothes at fashion shows for one dollar down.
Sweet Georgia Brown's admirers are willing to go into debt to impress her.
Fellas, won'tcha tip your hats.
The artist suggests that men show their appreciation for Sweet Georgia Brown by tipping their hats to her.
Oh boy, ain't she the cats?
Sweet Georgia Brown is the epitome of cool and sophistication.
Who's that mister, tain't her sister, It's Sweet Georgia Brown.
The singer points out that the person people are admiring is none other than Sweet Georgia Brown.
Lyrics © BRASSWORKS MUSIC
Written by: MAX LODERBAUER, PAULA SCHOPF
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