Forbert signed a recording contract with Nemperor in 1978, and they released his debut album, Alive on Arrival, that same year. His song "Romeo's Tune", although "dedicated to the memory of Florence Ballard" on the sleeve of Forbert's second album Jackrabbit Slim (released in 1979), is not about Supremes singer Ballard who died in 1976. "Forbert admits that Ballard became a timely connection for "Romeo's Tune", written about a girl from Meridian. "That seemed like such bad news to me and such sad news. She wasn't really taken care of by the music business, which is not a new story". At around this time critics hailed Forbert as "The new Bob Dylan" because of a similar vocal timbre and thoughtful songwriting. The front cover of Jackrabbit Slim encourages such comparisons with its simplicity: a black and white photo of Steve Forbert playing a well-worn Martin acoustic guitar with a capo on it, his shirt tinted green. The record was recorded in Nashville and produced by John Simon who had worked with The Band.
After many successful years, Forbert sought out new inspiration and found it when he relocated to Nashville in 1985. Forbert's tribute to Jimmie Rodgers, Any Old Time, was nominated for a 2004 Grammy in the best traditional folk category. In 2006, he was inducted into the Mississippi Music Hall of Fame.
Recent albums include Strange Names & New Sensations (2007), The Place And The Time (2009), and Over With You (2012).
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Mexico
Steve Forbert Lyrics
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Sometimes I'm so low
If not for your sweet love
I think I would move to Mexico
TV shows a city
And everything is down
Find your friends and families
Mexico, Mexico
Down the highway, down the line
'Cross that border
Back in time to Mexico
Sometimes I'm so weary
How can I complain?
All they got is a cardboard box
To sleep in when it rains
Who will tell his mother?
Who will take the news?
Who will bring his [Incomprehensible] is gone?
Black and all her blues
Mexico, Mexico
Down the highway, down the line
'Cross that border
Back in time to Mexico
Sometimes I'm so weary
I must be insane
Ship me down to Mexico
And show me 'bout some pain
Mexico, Mexico
Down the highway, down the line
'Cross that border
Back in time to Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
The song "Mexico" by Steve Forbert is an emotional ballad that explores feelings of depression, weariness, and hopelessness. The singer of the song is often overwhelmed and feels like he can't handle the pain and hardship of life. However, despite his struggles, he finds solace and hope in the love of his partner. The chorus of the song speaks to his desire to escape to Mexico, which is portrayed as a place of simplicity and freedom. The song is poignant and resonates with anyone who has experienced feelings of sadness and desperation.
The song is set against the backdrop of a city that has been struck by an earthquake. The singer is shown watching news reports of the disaster and the effect on the city's residents. He sees people who have lost everything, and he wonders who will help them and who will tell their families about the loss they've suffered. This sense of helplessness adds to his feelings of despair and makes him long for a simpler, more peaceful time in Mexico.
Overall, "Mexico" is a powerful and moving song that captures the complexities of human emotion. It speaks to anyone who has ever felt lost, alone, or overwhelmed by the struggles of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I'm so weary
At times, I feel tired and exhausted
Sometimes I'm so low
Sometimes I feel hopeless and sad
If not for your sweet love
I think I would move to Mexico
Without the love and affection of someone special, I might consider moving to Mexico
TV shows a city
And everything is down
Find your friends and families
'Neath this earthquake shaken town
The television displays a city where everything is in chaos due to an earthquake. Look for your loved ones in the city.
All they got is a cardboard box
To sleep in when it rains
The homeless have to bear the brunt of rain with only a cardboard box for shelter
Who will tell his mother?
Who will take the news?
Who will bring his [Incomprehensible] is gone?
Black and all her blues
Who will break the news of the loss of someone and how will the family cope with it?
Sometimes I'm so weary
How can I complain?
Even though I am exhausted, how can I express my fatigue to others when some people are facing worse conditions?
I must be insane
Ship me down to Mexico
And show me 'bout some pain
I must be crazy to want to experience more pain. Send me to Mexico to learn more about the harsh realities of life.
Down the highway, down the line
'Cross that border
Back in time to Mexico
Mexico, Mexico
Traveling across the border and going back in time to Mexico
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: S. STEPHEN FORBERT
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Judas Shuffle
I had a horrible day then Mexico quake on the news, this song flashed into my mind.Steves right I got nothin to complain about. My heart goes out to them
steve stevia
Thanks sooo much ,searched 30 years for this great song
Dany Fisher
you're very welcome Steve. If there's any other stuff you've been searching for without finding it, let me know...
Red
Simply the best
Karl Walker
Brilliant 👏
Joanne Smyth
Thanks for sharing this...