The band then began to take on a life beyond the confines of the television screen, releasing an album, Briefcase Full of Blues, in 1978, and then having a Hollywood film, The Blues Brothers, created around its characters in 1980.
After the death of Belushi in 1982, the Blues Brothers have continued to perform with a rotation of guest singers and other band members. Aykroyd reunited the original band in 1988 for a world tour and again in 1998 for a sequel to the film, Blues Brothers 2000. Aykroyd and the band, occasionally joined by Belushi's brother Jim, make regular appearances at musical festivals worldwide.
Funky Nassau
The Blues Brothers Lyrics
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Nassau's gone soul
We've got a dog on beat now
We gonna call our very own
Nassau rock and nassau roll
Nassau's got a whole lotta soul
Feel alright
Mini skirt
Maxi skirts
And afro-headed dudes
People doin' their own thing
They don't care 'bout me or you
Nassau's gone funky
Nassau's gone soul
And we've got a dog on beat now
We gonna take care of business too
Listen to the drummer, lay down his beat
Listen to the bass man play that same groovy beat
Attend the guitars if that sounds so tuned
L'organ aussi!
Et les horns, oui, oui
Hors
Funky nassau
Nassau funky
Alors, puis-je jouier s'il vous plait
New york you know
Has got a lot of soul
And london town
Is too dog on cold, too cold, hey
Nassau's got sunshine
And this you all know
But we all go funky
We got some soul
Trumpet! encore une fois!
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Funky nassau, funky nassau
The song "Funky Nassau" by The Blues Brothers is a celebration of the vibrant music culture and free-spirited atmosphere of Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas. It begins by declaring that Nassau has gone funky and soulful, indicating a blend of traditional Bahamian music and contemporary funk and soul rhythms. The reference to a dog on beat is a playful reference to a percussion instrument or perhaps a catchy melody. The song praises the diversity of people and styles in Nassau, with mentions of mini skirts, maxi skirts, afro-headed dudes, and people doing their own thing without caring about others.
The refrain of the song repeats the assertion that Nassau has gone funky and soulful, and that they have a dog on beat now, indicating a shared sense of rhythm and joy in the music-making. The song goes on to highlight the various instruments that make up the sound of Nassau, from the drummer laying down his beat, to the bass man playing the groovy beat, and the guitars and horns adding their own unique flavor. The French interlude adds some playful humor and international flair, as well as a nod to the French influence on the culture of the Caribbean.
Overall, the song is a celebration of the joy and creativity of the people and music of Nassau, and invites the listener to join in on the funky and soulful fun.
Line by Line Meaning
Nassau's gone funky
Nassau has become lively and soulful
Nassau's gone soul
Nassau has become soulful
We've got a dog on beat now
We have a great musical rhythm now
We gonna call our very own
We will take ownership of this beat
Nassau rock and nassau roll
Nassau has a lot of energy and excitement
Nassau's got a whole lotta soul
Nassau has a lot of soulful music
Huh
An exclamation of affirmation
Feel alright
Feeling good and positive
Mini skirt
Short skirt worn by women
Maxi skirts
Long skirts worn by women
And afro-headed dudes
Men with afro hairstyles
People doin' their own thing
People are pursuing their own interests
They don't care 'bout me or you
They are not concerned about others' opinions
And we've got a dog on beat now
We have a great musical rhythm now
We gonna take care of business too
We will handle our responsibilities well
Listen to the drummer, lay down his beat
Pay attention to the drummer playing a rhythmic beat
Listen to the bass man play that same groovy beat
Listen to the bassist playing the same rhythmic beat
Attend the guitars if that sounds so tuned
Focus on the guitars if they sound in tune
L'organ aussi!
The organ too!
Et les horns, oui, oui
And the horns, yes, yes
Hors
Out
Funky nassau
Nassau has become lively and soulful
Nassau funky
Nassau has become lively and soulful
Alors, puis-je jouier s'il vous plait
So, can I enjoy it please?
New york you know
New York has a lot of energy and excitement
Has got a lot of soul
Has a lot of soulful music
And london town
London is also vibrant
Is too dog on cold, too cold, hey
It is very cold in London
Nassau's got sunshine
Nassau has a lot of sunshine
And this you all know
This is a well-known fact
But we all go funky
We all become lively and soulful
We got some soul
We have some soulful music
Trumpet! encore une fois!
Trumpet! One more time!
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Nassau has become lively and soulful
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Nassau has become lively and soulful
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Nassau has become lively and soulful
Funky nassau, funky nassau
Nassau has become lively and soulful
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@damndisplace07
Those cowboy dancers were killing it man! Lol
@miscapb
thumbs up to whoever's doing the funky naussau's in their living room!
@jivprod9871
Funkyyyy !
@agenttheater5
The purpose of Blues Brothers 2000 is the same purpose of the original Blues Brothers movie - to play music.
@CarlosChavez-bf2yz
😎👍
@lucy661000
All about keeping real music alive, a true mission from GOD
@fugu4163
Queen Mousette looks astonishly beautiful for being 200 years old.
@aldochala2439
the Best of Blues Brothers 2000, i want, no, I Demand a Blues brothers 3
@Mikey155
Yes I argee they should make a blues Brothers 3 with James Belushi as Zee Blues
@bryanhancock8087
Great movie and fabulous songs!