Formed in 1991 by working class music manager Jimmy Rabitte, The Commitments performes a unique blend of soul music, described by trumpeter Joey "The Lips" Fagan as "Dublin soul." Featuring Deco Cuffe on lead vocals, Imelda Quirke, Natalie Murphy and Bernie McGloughlin as female backing vocalists, Outspan Foster on lead guitar, Dean Fay on bass, Steven Clifford on keys, Derek Scully and Joey "The Lips" Fagan on trumpet and Billy Mooney on drums, The Commitments were successful in local venues in North Dublin. During the final months of their original run, Mooney left the band and was replaced by former security guard Micko Wallace. The group disbanded in late 1991 after a hectic club show – at which the band were to be joined by Wilson Pickett – and due to internal affairs, just minutes before the band were offered a record deal.
In 2010, the band reformed and are set to perform a number of dates.
The movie was also the breakthrough for singer Andrew Strong.
Show Me
The Commitments Lyrics
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Show me
Show me a man out there that's got a good woman
Show me (huh huh)
Show me a man that's got a good woman
Show me a man that's got a good woman
Show me a man that's got a good woman
Show me a man that's got a good woman
I'll show you a man that goes to work hummin'
He knows he's got some sweet love coming
at the end of his working day.
*Yeah*
Show me a woman that's got a good man
Show me!
I wanna see a woman out there that claims she got a good man!
Show me!
And if you show me a woman that's got a good man
Show me a woman that's got a good man
Show me a woman that's got a good man
Show me a woman that's got a good man
Show me a woman that's got a good man
I'll show you a woman doin' all she can
To make life worth living for her good man
So his troubles don't cross his mind.
*Yeah*
Show me two people that's in love with each other
Y'all, show me.
I want you to show me two people that's in love with each other
Show me.
Ah ya show me two people that's in love with each other
Show me two people in love with each other
Show me two people in love with each other
Show me two people in love with each other
Show me two people that's in love with each other
I'll show you two people that ain't going no further
than their arms can reach to hold one another
Let them lovers alone, yeah
they doin' all right
The lyrics to The Commitments' song Show Me are an ode to the power of love and the benefits of having a good partner in life. The singer asks the listener to show them a man who has a good woman or a woman who has a good man, and promises to show them someone who is happy and fulfilled. The singer goes on to stress the importance of love in a relationship, stating that two people who are in love with each other are doing just fine and should be left alone.
The song's message is delivered through a bluesy, soulful melody that is driven by a lively horn section and a funky rhythm. The music perfectly complements the lyrics, giving the song a joyful and celebratory feel. The repeated refrain of "show me" adds to the upbeat tone of the song, as if the singer is encouraging the listener to celebrate love and the happiness it brings.
Overall, Show Me is a lively and soulful song that celebrates the power of love and the importance of having a good partner in life. The song's infectious melody and lively instrumentation make it a perfect anthem for anyone who believes in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Show me a man that's got a good woman
I want to see a man who is fortunate to have a caring and loving partner.
Show me a man out there that's got a good woman
Please present me with a man who has found a good woman in his life.
I'll show you a man that goes to work hummin'
He knows he's got some sweet love coming
at the end of his working day.
If you show me a man with a good woman, I can assure you he will work happily and look forward to going home to his loving partner.
Show me a woman that's got a good man
I want to witness a woman who is fortunate to have an understanding and caring partner in her life.
And if you show me a woman that's got a good man
Show me a woman that's got a good man
If you can prove to me that a woman has found a loving partner in her life, I will be convinced and ask to see more of such women.
Show me a woman that's got a good man
I'll show you a woman doin' all she can
To make life worth living for her good man
So his troubles don't cross his mind.
If I see a woman with a good man, I can tell you that she will do everything in her power to make life better for her partner so that he doesn't have to worry about any problems.
Show me two people that's in love with each other
Y'all, show me.
I'm asking you to present me with two people who are in a mutual and romantic relationship with each other.
Ah ya show me two people that's in love with each other
Show me two people in love with each other
Please show me two people who are deeply committed and affectionate towards each other.
Show me two people that's in love with each other
I'll show you two people that ain't going no further
than their arms can reach to hold one another
Let them lovers alone, yeah
they doin' all right
I can guarantee that two people in love will only want to be close to each other, and they should be allowed to just be together and enjoy their love without interference or criticism.
Contributed by Riley C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.