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.
Chevrolet
Taj Mahal Lyrics
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Just do somthin' for you
Buy you a diamond ring
Just do somthin' for you
Build you a house and home
Buy you a Chevrolet
The lyrics in Taj Mahal's song "Chevrolet" depict the desire to do things for someone you care about. The mention of buying a Chevrolet and a diamond ring suggests a longing to provide material possessions that bring happiness to the person the lyrics are directed towards. The repetition of "just do somethin' for you" emphasizes the singer's willingness to go above and beyond to please their loved one. The phrase "build you a house and home" suggests a desire to create a stable and secure environment for the person being addressed. The significance of the Chevrolet can also be interpreted as a symbol of the American Dream, representing the singer's desire to provide their loved one with a sense of freedom and mobility.
Overall, the lyrics of "Chevrolet" express a deep emotional connection and a willingness to express that connection through material gestures.
Line by Line Meaning
Buy you a Chevrolet
I want to do something nice for you, and one way I can do that is by buying you a Chevrolet.
Just do somethin' for you
I don't care what it is, I just want to do something that makes you happy.
Buy you a diamond ring
Another way I can try to make you happy is by buying you a diamond ring.
Just do somethin' for you
Once again, I just want you to know that I am willing to do whatever I can to bring joy to your life.
Build you a house and home
If buying you a car and/or a ring isn't enough, I would also be happy to build you a home where we can start a life together.
Buy you a Chevrolet
In case you missed it earlier, I really like the idea of buying you a Chevrolet.
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Written by: BILLY GIBBONS
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@TheRealForrestGeorge
Buy you a watch and chain
Buy you a watch and chain
Gonna, buy you a watch and chain
Just do somthin' for you
Just do somthin' for you
Gonna buy you a Chevrolet
Gonna buy you a Chevrolet
Gonna buy you a Chevrolet
Just do somthin' for you, baby
Just do somthin' for you
Gonna build you a house and home with my bare hands
Build you a house and home
Gonna build you a house and home
Baby do somethin for you, gotta
Baby do somethin for you
Buy you a Chevrolet, honey buy you a 34 Chevrolet
Gonna buy you a Chevrolet
Just do somthin' for you
Just do somthin' for you
Buy you a house and home
Baby, gonna build you a house and home
With my bare hands, I'll build you a home
Just do somthin' for you, baby
Just do somthin' for you
Buy you a watch and chain, mama
Buy you a watch and chain
Buy you a watch and chain
Just do somthin' for you, oh baby
Just do somthin' for
Hut! Baby!
Buy you a watch and chain, awe
Buy you a watch and chain
Just do somthin' for you, oh baby
Just do somthin' for you, oh Mama
Bop ta chat bop ta chat bop ta chat bop ta chat bop ta chat bop ta chat bop bop ta chat
Yeah!
@NativeSonDC
I remember when I first heard this song. It was like finding gold. Just wish it was longer.
@msg36093
Taj, you are the man! You got soul.
@jeffdemoss2426
Funk will never be funkier than this.
@anonymoose711
I love the horn on this! - Thanks for the upload!
@bluesdoggmusicrediker4614
the harp solo is perfect....even if its so short.
@TheRealForrestGeorge
Masterpiece
@shanebullock3441
Love it!
@andrewdoolittle5336
This guy could really do it all. Ska, reggae, blues, straight up rock and roll...the whole thing. Finger pickin good...not Clapton but damn close. And a way better lyricist too.
@ThePeteMan
Did you really say "not Clapton", lol. Oy vey.
@supergroovepimp
Freakin' funky-fresh