Satisfaction
The Legends Of Soul_The Very Best Of Aretha Franklin And Otis Redding Lyrics
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I can't get no satisfaction
I can't get no satisfaction
I have tried, I have tried
I have tried, I have tried
I can't get me no, ha-ha
And I can't get no, uh, now
When I'm driving in my car
And the man comes on the radio
Keep a-tellin' me more and more
About that useless information
He's tryin' to mess up my imagination
And I can get me no, no, no
And I can get me no
Hey, hey, hey, what I say?
You gotta, gotta, gotta-groovy
We gotta have it, we gotta have it
We gotta have it, we gotta have it
Keep on grooving, keep on grooving
We keep on grooving
Got, no, my, yeah, said
I can't get no satisfaction
I can't get no, no satisfaction
I have tried, I have tried
I have tried, I have tried, tried, tried
I can't get me no, no, no
And I can't get me no, no, no, no
We gotta groove it, groove it, oh my now
Keep-keep on knockin', knockin' baby, yeah
Ow, gotta, gotta have it, we gotta
Keep, keep, ah
Not ever, woman, she waits long time
This little girl is tryin' to put me down
I keep on runnin' round in my sleep
I keep on messin' up any beat
I keep on rockin', I try to find me
Somebody to love me
And give me some reaction
And I can find nobody, no, no, nobody
Give me no reaction, 'faction, 'faction got to have it
Satisfaction, we got to have it
Satisfaction, earlier in the morning
Satisfaction, later in the evening
Call it satisfaction, in the midnight hour
The classic hit "Satisfaction" by Aretha Franklin and Otis Redding is a cover of the original song by The Rolling Stones. The lyrics express a feeling of frustration and dissatisfaction with life's little irritations and the constant barrage of advertising messages that bombard us every day. The chorus repeats the phrase "I can't get no satisfaction" four times, emphasizing the singer's sense of being stuck in a state of dissatisfaction or unease. The repetition of this phrase creates a sense of both frustration and resignation.
The lyrics go on to describe a series of mundane frustrations, such as being stuck in traffic and listening to an annoying radio announcer who tries to sell useless products. The catchy chorus conveys a sense of universality, as most people can relate to feeling frustrated or unsatisfied with their lives at times. The lyrics also suggest a desire to escape from the pressures and demands of modern life and to find more meaningful connections with others.
Overall, "Satisfaction" is a powerful and relatable song that captures the spirit of tumultuous times in which it was written. Energetic, raw and soulful, it's a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't get no satisfaction
I am unable to feel contentment or pleasure
I have tried, I have tried
I have attempted to find satisfaction
When I'm driving in my car
While I am operating my vehicle
And the man comes on the radio
The individual speaking on the radio
Keep a-tellin' me more and more
Continuously providing information
About that useless information
Regarding unimportant facts
He's tryin' to mess up my imagination
Attempting to disrupt my creativity
You gotta, gotta, gotta-groovy
Necessity to have a trendy style
We gotta have it, we gotta have it
We must obtain it
Keep on grooving, keep on grooving
Continue to move in a rhythmic manner
We keep on grooving
We persist in moving rhythmically
I can get no satisfaction
I am unable to feel contentment or pleasure
Hey, hey, hey, what I say?
Listen to me closely
Not ever, woman, she waits long time
No female has patience
This little girl is tryin' to put me down
A young woman is trying to humiliate me
I keep on runnin' round in my sleep
I am constantly restless even during my sleep
I keep on messin' up any beat
I continue to ruin any rhythm
I keep on rockin', I try to find me
I persist in moving to the beat while searching for
Somebody to love me
Someone to care for me
And give me some reaction
And provide me with a response
And I can find nobody, no, no, nobody
And I am unable to find anyone
Give me no reaction, 'faction, 'faction got to have it
I require a response
Satisfaction, we got to have it
We must feel contentment or pleasure
Satisfaction, earlier in the morning
Contentment or pleasure should be felt in the morning
Satisfaction, later in the evening
Contentment or pleasure should be felt in the evening
Call it satisfaction, in the midnight hour
Refer to contentment or pleasure in the late night
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: Keith Richards, Michael Jagger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This was just amazing. God certainly bless us with this lady
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"You're A Heartbreaker Baby" ... tears even now. Thank you Aretha , for making us all one.
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She's the best and I will always keep listening to your wonderful voice