Black Velvet
Samara Curtis Lyrics
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Jimmy Rodgers on the Victrola up high
Mama's dancin' with baby on her shoulder
The sun is settin' like molasses in the sky
The boy could sing, knew how to move ev'rything
Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for
Black velvet and that little boy smile
Black velvet with that slow southern style
Black velvet if you please
Up in Memphis the music's like a heat wave
White Lightnin' bound to drive you wild
Mama's baby's in the heart of ev'ry school girl
Love Me Tender leaves 'em cryin' in the aisle
The way he moved, it was a sin, so sweet and true
Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for
Black velvet and that little boy smile
Black velvet and that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring her to your knees
Black velvet if you please
Ev'ry word of ev'ry song that he sang was for you
In a flash he was gone, it happened so soon
What could you do?
Black velvet and that little boy smile
Black velvet in that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring her to your knees
Black velvet if you please
Black velvet and that little boy smile
Black velvet in that slow southern style
A new religion that'll bring her to your knees
Black velvet if you please
If you please
If you please
If you please
"Black Velvet" by Samara Curtis is a song about a young, Southern musician who captures the hearts of many with his captivating voice and smooth, southern style. The setting of the song is in Mississippi during a dry spell, where Jimmy Rodgers is playing on a Victrola. The singer of the song, the young musician, is presented as someone who has perfected the art of charming the audience. His every move is graceful, and his voice is enchanting. He is always wanting more, and this makes him elusive, leaving the people longing for more of him. His allure is compared to black velvet, which goes well with his little boy smile and slow southern style.
The chorus of the song tells us that the young musician has become a new religion to the people, and they are willing to worship him by kneeling before him. He has taken up the role of an idol in the hearts of the people. The second verse of the song exemplifies his hold on women, who swoon over him with Elvis Presley's "Love Me Tender" leaving them crying and emotional. He was known to be a rebel and daring, breaking the rules and pushing boundaries, and people loved him all the more for it. The fact that he was gone in a flash, before anyone could do anything, makes him all the more unforgettable.
Line by Line Meaning
Mississippi in the middle of a dry spell
The setting of the song is in a dry environment in Mississippi.
Jimmy Rodgers on the Victrola up high
The music of Jimmy Rodgers plays in the background.
Mama's dancin' with baby on her shoulder
A woman dances holding her baby affectionately.
The sun is settin' like molasses in the sky
The sun appears deep orange while setting.
The boy could sing, knew how to move ev'rything
The boy had a great voice and could dance well.
Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for
He had a magnetic personality that left people wanting more.
Black velvet and that little boy smile
He had charming looks and a big smile.
Black velvet with that slow southern style
His style was slow and rhythmic in a southern manner.
A new religion that'll bring her to your knees
People develop a fervent admiration for him, similar to a religious devotion.
Black velvet if you please
He's known as Black Velvet, and people love to see him perform.
Up in Memphis the music's like a heat wave
Memphis has hot, feverish music.
White Lightnin' bound to drive you wild
The music is stimulating, and makes people feel energetic and wild.
Mama's baby's in the heart of ev'ry school girl
He was loved by girls of all ages, and adored by teenagers.
Love Me Tender leaves 'em cryin' in the aisle
When he sings tender love songs, fans become emotional and cry.
The way he moved, it was a sin, so sweet and true
His movements were so good it was sinful how easy and truthful it felt.
Ev'ry word of ev'ry song that he sang was for you
He serenaded his fans with his love songs, making them feel special.
In a flash he was gone, it happened so soon
His stardom was brief, he was gone too quickly.
What could you do?
Fans were helpless in holding onto him once he reached stardom and disappeared soon after.
If you please
He left an enduring impact on the music world, and fans continue to be mesmerized by him.
Writer(s): David Tyson, Christopher William Ward
Contributed by Annabelle Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ari Jess
Wow, I love this version 💖... It's sticky rhythmic!
99IraqBaghdad99
I swear in God that alot of people started losing the traste for music ! This voice of Samara is a great voice just like Stevie Nicks ! Besides , the Reggae beats and music used in here is awesome ! My respect . . .
Drasko Nenezic
Awesome cover
Olja
wtf this is amazing!!
Jeff Bullock
SUPERÂ song .