After college, Mahal moved to Los Angeles and formed the group Rising Sons with Ry Cooder in 1964. The group signed with Columbia Records and released one single and recorded another album which was not released by Columbia until 1992. Taj, frustrated with the mixed reaction to his music quit the group and went solo. Still with Columbia, he released a well received, self titled album in 1968, and based on its success released a second album, Natch'l Blues that same year. Two very different records - Giant Step, with his electric band, and solo De Ole Folks at Home - were released in 1969 together as a double album. This firmly established Taj as an American blues original. The double album The Real Thing, captured him live at this time, with a horn section.
He has received two Grammy awards in the category "Best Contemporary Blues Album", the first in 1997 for Señor Blues, and again in 2000 for Shoutin' in Key. He has performed on various film soundtracks including Sounder and Blues Brothers 2000, in which he also appeared.
Big Legged Mamas Are Back In Style Again
Taj Mahal Lyrics
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I mean, them short fat fannies back in style again
You ain't had no real good love till you been loved by one of them
Size 14, 16, 18, 22, 24 in style again
I mean them big fat cuties back in style again
You ain't had no juicy Lucy until you've been loved by one of them
Well momma and poppa told me, son you better shout
Woman that you got, she is gonna knock you out
I mean them big fat cuties, back in style again
You ain't had no real good lovin' till you've been loved by one of them
She gonna rock you, she gonna roll you, she won't try to control you
Talkin' 'bout those big legged mommas, they're back in style again
I mean them thick-thighed heifers, back in style again
You ain't had no juicy Lucy till you've been loved by one of them
She's the kind of woman that drinks her coffee in a great big cup
She's the kind of woman that saves her lovin' up
Talkin' 'bout a big legged momma, they're back in style again
I mean them heart shaped booties, back in style again
You ain't had no real good lovin' till you've been loved by one of them
Well, she will not make you shout, she won't make you beg
But she will shake her hooters like a soft boiled egg
Talkin' about those big legged mommas, they're back in style again
I mean them heart shaped booties, back in style again
You ain't had no juicy Lucy till you've been loved by one of them
She says, "Honey get me some WD-40 and oil my spring
My back is made of whale bone and I'm gonna make you sing"
Talkin' about those big legged mommas, they're back in style again
Talkin' about those big legged mommas, they're back in style again
You ain't had no juicy Lucy till you've been loved by one of them
The song "Big Legged Mamas Are Back In Style Again" by Taj Mahal celebrates the resurgence of curvy and thick women in fashion and desire. The lyrics openly praise and desire women of size 14 and higher, with references to their big legs, thick thighs, heart-shaped booties, and juicy curves. The singer declares that these women are in style again and are the ones who can provide real good love and knock you out with their affection.
The song also emphasizes the self-confidence and agency of these women, who won't try to control you but will still rock and roll you. Their perceived strength and sensuality are further emphasized by their preference for drinking coffee in large cups, saving their love, shaking their hooters, and having backs made of whale bone. The song reverses the traditional beauty standards and posits that "big fat cuties" are back in style and desirable, while encouraging the listener to appreciate and enjoy their love and affection.
Line by Line Meaning
Talkin' 'bout big legged mommas back in style again
Referring to the current trend of large, curvy women as attractive and desirable.
I mean, them short fat fannies back in style again
Expressing the specific body type of interest: short and chubby with a large rear end.
You ain't had no real good love till you been loved by one of them
Implying that only someone who has been romantically involved with a big-legged woman has experienced true love and passion.
Size 14, 16, 18, 22, 24 in style again
Listing various sizes that are currently considered fashionable and attractive for big and curvy women.
I mean them big fat cuties back in style again
Reiterating the desired body type in a playful and endearing way.
Well momma and poppa told me, son you better shout
Giving advice from parents to express excitement or happiness about the newfound popularity of big-legged women.
Woman that you got, she is gonna knock you out
Implying that a man's current partner might be jealous or threatened by the current trend of big and curvy women.
Big legged mommas, now, they're back in style again
Repeating the central theme of the song and emphasizing its importance.
She gonna rock you, she gonna roll you, she won't try to control you
Describing the personality and behavior of the desired type of woman: fun-loving, energetic, and not overbearing.
Talkin' 'bout those big legged mommas, they're back in style again
Reiterating the main idea of the song in a catchy, repeating refrain.
She's the kind of woman that drinks her coffee in a great big cup
Creating an image of a confident and self-assured woman who enjoys the pleasures of life.
She's the kind of woman that saves her lovin' up
Suggesting that this type of woman is selective about her partners and holds back until she finds someone special.
I mean them heart shaped booties, back in style again
Expressing admiration for a specific physical feature of big-legged women: a curvy and round buttocks.
Well, she will not make you shout, she won't make you beg
Contrasting the desired type of woman with a demanding or controlling partner who might require excessive attention or praise.
But she will shake her hooters like a soft boiled egg
Suggesting that the woman in question is confident and comfortable with her body, and may flaunt it in a playful or teasing manner.
She says, "Honey get me some WD-40 and oil my spring
Creating a humorous image of a woman who needs a little help to keep moving smoothly, but is still desirable and attractive.
My back is made of whale bone and I'm gonna make you sing"
Reinforcing the idea of a woman who is strong, resilient, and capable of satisfying a man in every way.
You ain't had no juicy Lucy till you've been loved by one of them
Reiterating the claim that only someone who has been romantically involved with a big-legged woman has experienced true pleasure and excitement.
Contributed by Caroline C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.