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Medicine Man
The Buchanan Brothers Lyrics
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The changes are drastic
You've been trippin' the light fantastic
Your soul's in a shakedown
Baby, you're headed for a breakdown
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I'm the man, understand
I'm the only one who can
I'm the bad, make you glad, medicine man
Got the cure, it's for sure
I'm the one you're lookin for
I'm the bad, make you glad, medicine man
Come close, come close, come close, come close
I'm loaded for action
I guarantee you satisfaction
My baby needs huggin
My baby needs some super lovin
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
Right here in my hand
Hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold tight now, don't let go
Hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on
Hold tight now, don't let go
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
Put your faith in me, yeah
The Buchanan Brothers's song "Medicine Man" is a vibrant and engaging tune that encourages individuals to trust in the powers of the medicine man. The song starts by saying that the changes are drastic, and the listener has been trippin' the light fantastic. The song suggests that one may be going down a particular path that leads to a breakdown of their soul. However, the medicine man has the cure for this feeling, and he's got a potion that can provide perpetual motion. He asks the listener to put their faith in him and understand that he is the only one who can cure them.
As the lyrics continue, the medicine man assures the listener that he's loaded for action and can guarantee satisfaction. He then explains that his baby needs hugging and some super lovin', and he's the only one who can provide her with what she needs. The medicine man repeats that he's got the potion with perpetual motion and asks the listener to hold tight and not let go. He continues by saying that his potion has a cure, and he's the one the listener has been looking for. The song ends with the medicine man telling the listener to put their faith in him.
Overall, the song is lively and energetic, urging individuals to trust in the powers of the medicine man as he can cure all ills. The song firmly places the medicine man as a figure of power and reverence, implying that he has a unique and mystical ability to heal people.
Line by Line Meaning
Come close
Approach me
The changes are drastic
You are going through tough times
You've been trippin' the light fantastic
You have been having too much fun and need a change
Your soul's in a shakedown
You are spiritually unstable
Baby, you're headed for a breakdown
You're moving towards a crisis
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I have the solution to your problems
Put your faith in me, don't you know
Believe in me, and I will help you
I'm the man, understand
I am the expert on this matter
I'm the only one who can
No one else can help you
I'm the bad, make you glad, medicine man
I am the skilled and experienced doctor
Got the cure, it's for sure
I have the guaranteed solution
I'm the one you're lookin for
You came to the right person
Come close, come close, come close, come close
Keep coming towards me
I'm loaded for action
I am fully prepared to help you
I guarantee you satisfaction
You will be pleased with my assistance
My baby needs huggin
You need some love and care
My baby needs some super lovin
You need some extraordinary help
Right here in my hand
I have the solution with me right now
Hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on
Stay strong
Hold tight now, don't let go
Be strong and do not give up
I've got the potion, perpetual motion
I have the solution to your problems
Put your faith in me, yeah
Believe in me
Lyrics © NEXT DECADE ENTERTAINMENT,INC.
Written by: GENE PISTILLI, T. P. WEST, TERRY CASHMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Richard Fisher
I haven't heard this song in 50 years........and it still sounds great. I love it.
Chad Quick
#1 in Louisville Kentucky. So great to hear this one again.
Luvenia Dickerson
Love the song 😊
``Strickly`` 60`s
This 60's Pop Rocking Tune Took Our Teenage Brains Into Another Part Orbitsville. What A Rush!! These Dudes Also Did A Fine Take On "Last Time"...(Play It Loud) Also Too On "The Young Rascals" Song Of "People Gotta Be Free".
A Dynomite Charged Tune. Thank You
Illuminous
So out of tune and so cool! 👍
James Gray
Actually heard this old tune on a radio channel from Globe, Arizona! Truly want to know the total of the B side. Lovely Flamingo?
george price
The B Side was Part II…just what couldn’t go onto Side A is all.
Dan Novack
It’s been so damn long since I heard this . Right side. My bad
Shirley Jennings
Cool!
Timmy J
Genesee street!