Satisfaction
Smokey Robinson & The Miracles Lyrics


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Ooh, ooh, ooh
Satisfaction
That means
Different strokes for different folks
Oh yeah

Now to the man who who's scaled the mountain high
Feel of climbing through the sky must satisfy, oh ho

Oh, but having a baby with me, baby
Is satisfaction enough for me
Oh, and holding him tightly by me, mightily
That's satisfaction enough for me

Oh, satisfaction (yeah, satisfaction)
Oh yeah (yeah, satisfaction)
Life is so
To each his own, ooh

Well now your satisfaction now
May be
Anything from A to Z
Your mind is free
Uh huh

Oh, but having a baby with me, baby
Is satisfaction enough for me
Oh, and holding him tightly by me, mightily
That's satisfaction enough for me, yeah

Oh and satisfaction
Can't be classified
Oh no
It all depends on
What you feel inside

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh

Oh, how can I satisfy
All of my baby's dreams?
And keep her from seekin'
Some other means
Of excitement
And relaxation?

I want to be
What she needs
In every phase of life
And every situation

'Cause having my baby with me, baby
Ooh satisfies me so
Oh, and holding him tightly by me, mightily
Oh, that's satisfaction enough for me

Oh, having a baby with me, baby




Yeah, that's satisfaction enough for me
Oh, and holding him tightly by me, mightily

Overall Meaning

The Miracles' song "Satisfaction" explores the idea that everyone finds satisfaction in different things. The song argues that it is impossible to classify or define what brings satisfaction to people. Each person has their own idea of what brings fulfillment and happiness in life. The lyrics suggest that the satisfaction one feels is highly personal and subjective.


The song's perspective on satisfaction is highlighted in the lyrics that explore different sources of fulfillment. It speaks of the man who has scaled the mountain high and finds satisfaction in the feel of climbing through the sky. The song acknowledges that different experiences bring satisfaction to different people. The song also acknowledges that satisfaction can change over time. The singer of the song has a baby, a source of satisfaction that seems likely to last.


Another intriguing aspect of the song is its emphasis on relationships as a source of satisfaction. The singer has a baby with his lover, a source of fulfilling that brings him immense satisfaction. He also finds satisfaction in holding his lover tightly. This aspect hints at the idea that emotional connections can provide more significant sources of satisfaction than material possessions.


Overall, the song is a call to accept that what satisfies one person may not satisfy another. Everyone's journey to find satisfaction is unique.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh, ooh, ooh
Expressing excitement and anticipation


Satisfaction
Feeling of contentment and fulfillment


That means
Implies or indicates


Different strokes for different folks
What makes one person happy may not make another person happy


Oh yeah
Expression of agreement or enthusiasm


Now to the man who's scaled the mountain high
Referring to someone who has achieved great success or overcome great challenges


Feel of climbing through the sky must satisfy, oh ho
The feeling of accomplishment that comes from achieving one's goals


Oh, but having a baby with me, baby
Expressing that having a child is satisfying enough


Is satisfaction enough for me
Having a child is enough to feel content and fulfilled


Oh, and holding him tightly by me, mightily
The physical affection for the child brings the feeling of contentment


That's satisfaction enough for me
Physical affection with the child is enough to feel content and fulfilled


Life is so
Life can be complicated or unpredictable


To each his own, ooh
Everyone has their own preferences and ways of finding satisfaction


Well now your satisfaction now
Your happiness or fulfillment


May be
Could be


Anything from A to Z
Anything imaginable


Your mind is free
You have the freedom to choose what brings you satisfaction


Uh huh
Expression of agreement or understanding


Can't be classified
Cannot be put into a certain category or definition


Oh no
Expression of disappointment or concern


It all depends on
Varies depending on


What you feel inside
What brings you personal satisfaction based on your emotions and desires


Oh, how can I satisfy
Expressing concern on how to fulfill or meet someone else's desires or needs


All of my baby's dreams?
Meeting all of the desires and needs of a loved one


And keep her from seekin'
Preventing a loved one from looking for satisfaction elsewhere


Some other means
Finding satisfaction in something or someone else


Of excitement
Arousing positive emotions or sensations


And relaxation?
Being calm, comfortable or at ease


I want to be
Desire or aspire to be


What she needs
Meeting the desires and needs of a loved one


In every phase of life
Throughout all stages or phases of life


And every situation
In all circumstances or events


Ooh satisfies me so
Expressing strong satisfaction or contentment


Yeah, that's satisfaction enough for me
Having a child and being physically affectionate with them is enough to feel content and fulfilled




Lyrics Β© Peermusic Publishing
Written by: LEWIS A. MARTINEE

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Comments from YouTube:

Ihsan

This song is sooo underrated, classic motown such a relaxing and upbeat vibe

Alvin Forbes

There's no doubt, Smokey is still one of the all-time Greats!!

Tina Johnson

Thank you Ian Jackson this one of my favorites πŸ’ž

Margaret Swanagan

Thanks for sharing Toby one of my favorites

Kerrye Berrie

Smokey "Bill" Robinson...foreverβ™₯ R.I.P. MeMe Bridges...gurllll

David moore Moore

I was just a little love snot-nosed chump kid but every time I went over my friends house Petco's Rosalie Pierre Petco they had this song playing and it brings back so many good memories those were the days Smokey Robinson The Miracles God bless you you made it happen whole lot of people in the neighborhood you touched a lot of people's hearts thank you Smokey The Miracles you and your family

life of kamena

So many nites i had to get beers for my aunt's & mom WHEN THEY WAS ON THE FLOOR STEPPING THEY ASSES OFF TO THIS SONG πŸ’ƒπŸ’ƒπŸ’ƒπŸ’ƒπŸ’ƒπŸ’ƒπŸ’ƒ house smelling like Food , 🍺, & Smoke knowing i was suppose to be upstairs but my lil nosey butt would keep SNEAKING DOWN STAIRS

Litaso crazzie

Good ole dayyysss i really miss them 😣

saddiej

Are you here with me 2020 for Iconic Smokey Robinson?

MrJumper282003

My mom loved this song! I can hear her "sing-humming" her favorite part 1:58 - 2:10, while stepping. Continue to Rest In Peace, mom.

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