(1) Heavy metal band from … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist called Sly:
(1) Heavy metal band from Japan.
(2) Sly (also known as Lowell Dunbar) of Sly & Robbie, legendary dub reggae producers from Jamaica.
(3) The former moniker of OFWGKTA member Earl Sweatshirt when he was 15 in which he released the album Kitchen Cutlery.
(4) Soul star, Sly Stone (of Sly & The Family Stone, released some of his earliest work in the mid-1960s as Sly.
(5) Abstract Hip Hop/ Downtempo/ Trip Hop producer from Italy (https://slymusic88.bandcamp.com/)
The Japanese Sly were established by Minoru Niihara (v) and Munetaka Higuchi (d) from Loudness when they have went from this group. In group played also Earthshaker guitarist Shinichiro Ishihara and Blizard bassist Koichi Terasawa. Band is split-up nowadays.
M'Lady
Sly Lyrics
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M'Lady, M'Lady
A smile of pleasure,
Beautiful and kind
A pretty face, a pretty face
Oh what a gorgeous mind
Sees me when I, hey,
Give her some attention
Just thought I'd mention that
Give her some time (time, time)
Give her some time (time, time)
Give her some time (time, time)
M'Lady, M'Lady
M'Lady, M'Lady
Hoo now now, hoo now
Hoo now now yeah yeah yeah
M'Lady, M'Lady
M'Lady, M'Lady
The lyrics to Sly & The Family Stone's song M'Lady appear to be a tribute to a beautiful and kind woman with a gorgeous mind. The singer urges listeners to give her their attention and time, suggesting that she deserves both. The repetition of "M'Lady" throughout the song emphasizes the respect and admiration that the singer has for this woman. The upbeat tempo and musical arrangements give the song a celebratory feel, as if the singer is reveling in the presence of this wonderful woman.
The lyrics also seem to acknowledge that this woman is aware of her own beauty and attractiveness. The singer recognizes that she "sees him" when he gives her attention, suggesting that she is not unaware of the effect she has on those around her. However, the repeated refrain of "Give her some time" suggests that the singer is not simply interested in this woman for her physical appearance, but also for her inner qualities and personality.
Overall, the song celebrates the beauty, kindness, and intelligence of a woman who is worthy of respect and attention.
Line by Line Meaning
M'Lady, M'Lady
Addressing a woman with respect and admiration
M'Lady, M'Lady
Repeating the respectful address to the woman
A smile of pleasure,
Her facial expression is one of enjoyment
Beautiful and kind
She exudes beauty and compassion
A pretty face, a pretty face
Her facial features are strikingly attractive
Oh what a gorgeous mind
Her intellect and personality are equally captivating
Sees me when I, hey,
The woman takes notice of the singer when he pays attention to her
Give her some attention
The woman requires some focus from the singer
Just thought I'd mention that
The singer added this information as a side remark
Give her some time (time, time)
The woman needs some time for the relationship to grow
Give her some time (time, time)
Reiterating the importance of time for the relationship
Give her some time (time, time)
Emphasizing the significance of time for the relationship
Hoo now now, hoo now
An expression of excitement or enthusiasm
Hoo now now yeah yeah yeah
A continuation of the expression of excitement or enthusiasm
M'Lady, M'Lady
Repeating the respectful address to the woman
M'Lady, M'Lady
Repeating the respectful address to the woman
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SYLVESTER STEWART
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