Yesterdays
Stan Getz and J. J. Johnson Lyrics


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Man, I love it when a plan comes together
Right tide, right place, right weather
Yesterdays rain seems so far away

If I had more money, honey
There's no where I'd rather be
Then here on this beach
Right next to you, right next to me

Cause that sun couldn't shine no brighter
That water couldn't be more blue
This smoke couldn't get me no higher
cnd that two piece couldn't look better on you
Sittin here sippin' second hand tequila off your lips
Baby, life don't get no better than this

Good vibes turned up to eleven
cin't no place this side of heaven
Closer to God then this sandy spot and

If I had more money, honey
I'd spend it on being right here
Drinking this beer
Watching these worries disappear

I like them sunny days sip'n on them cold drinks
Cruis'n on them ole bikes, roll'n down them ole streets
We got those good tunes, vib'n with those eats
cnd damn my shorty's sexy when she step out in that two piece
You can find me the ocean I'm just float'n with my clique
Kelly got the camera, get a pic of me and Nick
Yesterday we had the rain, not the sun it came to play
So we just soak'n up them better days while let'n worries fade away





Yesterdays rain seems so far way

Overall Meaning

In the song "Yesterdays" by Stan Getz J. J. Johnson, the lyrics express a deep appreciation for when things go according to plan. The singer loves it when a plan comes together, when everything falls into place just right. The reference to the tide, the place, and the weather suggests that the circumstances are perfect. The mention of yesterday's rain being so far away indicates that the singer is enjoying a moment of blissful happiness, far away from any previous troubles or challenges.


The lyrics also imply that money holds little importance to the singer. If they had more money, there is nowhere else they would rather be than right on this beach, next to the person they love. This suggests that their happiness is derived from being with their loved one, rather than material possessions. The singer appreciates the beauty of their surroundings, describing the bright sun, blue water, and how good their companion looks in their swimsuit. This suggests that they find joy and contentment in simple pleasures and in the beauty of nature.


The lyrics further convey a sense of tranquility and contentment. The reference to sitting and sipping tequila off their partner's lips implies a moment of intimacy and relaxation. The singer believes that life cannot get any better than this. They feel a strong connection with their surroundings, describing the good vibes and feeling closer to God in this sandy spot. This suggests that they find a sense of peace and spirituality in nature.


The final part of the lyrics portrays a carefree and enjoyable lifestyle. The singer describes sunny days, cold drinks, cruising on old bikes, and enjoying good tunes and food with their friends. They find their partner attractive and are having a great time together. The mention of worries disappearing and letting the rain from yesterday fade away suggests that the singer is fully present in the moment, soaking up the joy and leaving behind any previous hardships.


Overall, the lyrics of "Yesterdays" convey a sense of appreciating the beauty of the present moment and finding happiness in simple pleasures and the company of loved ones. It celebrates the joy that can be found when plans align and troubles fade away, emphasizing the importance of living in the present and finding contentment in the small joys of life.


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Transcription Timestamps:
0:07- Head
0:38- Head Repeated
1:08- First Chorus
1:39- Second Chorus
2:09- Third Chorus
2:40- Head Out
3:07- Cadenza

@luizarnaldohaddad

Dois monstros sagrados do jazz!!!!

@dragerger1

Half an hour ago, I heard this number on TSF Jazz radio on ASTRA satellite. I'm happy to listen this great music again.. Thank you for upload!!!

@valvetrom

Also very clear trombone sound, in those days they knew how to record a great artist

@koenraadbekaert

great song and solo !!!!

@valvetrom

Finally thanks, but thanks. Stan Getz is very very quiet That and funny valentine are the best J J J you can hear

@JosephBouie

bless you! great upload!

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