I'll Take You There
The Satineers Lyrics
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Ain't nobody cryin'
Ain't nobody worried
Ain't no smilin' faces
Mmm, no no
Lyin' to the races
Help me, come on, come on
Somebody, help me now (I'll take you there)
Help me now (I'll take you there)
Oh! (I'll take you there)
Oh! Oh! Mercy! (I'll take you there)
Oh, let me take you there (I'll take you there)
Oh-oh! Let me take you there! (I'll take you there)
Play your, play your piano now
All right Ah do it do it
Come on now
Play on it, play on it
Daddy daddy daddy
Ooh, Lord
All right now
Baby, easy now
Now, come on, little lady
All right
Dum-dum-dum-dum
Sock it, sock it
Ah, oh, oh!
I know a place, ya'all (I'll take you there)
Ain't nobody cryin' (I'll take you there)
Ain't nobody worried (I'll take you there)
No smilin' faces (I'll take you there)
Uh-uh (Lyin' to the races) (I'll take you there)
Oh, no Oh! (I'll take you there)
Oh oh oh! (I'll take you there)
Mercy now! (I'll take you there)
I'm callin' callin' callin' mercy (I'll take you there)
Mercy mercy! (I'll take you there)
Let me (I'll take you there)
Oh oh! I'll take you there (I'll take you there)
Oh oh oh oh Wanna take you there! (I'll take you there) Just take me by the hand
Let me (I'll take you there)
Let me, let me, let me lead the way
Oh! (I'll take you there)
Let me take you there (I'll take you there)
Let me take you there! (I'll take you there)
Ain't no smilin' faces (I'll take you there)
Up in here, lyin' to the races (I'll take you there)
You oughta, you gotta gotta come let me, let me (I'll take you there)
Take you, take you, take you over there (I'll take you there) Ooh! Oh! Oh! All right (I'll take you there)
Oh-oh! All right! (I'll take you there)
Oh! Oh! (I'll take you there)
Mmmm ah Oh! Yeah! (I'll take you there)
Whoa! (I'll take you there)
Let me lead the way (I'll take you there)
The lyrics to "I'll Take You There" by The Satineers convey a strong sense of hope and unity. The song begins with the singer offering to show someone a better place, a place where nobody is crying, worried, or wearing fake smiles. This place represents an escape from the troubles and hardships of life. The repeated refrain of "I'll take you there" serves as a comforting and assuring promise of leading the listener to a more positive and happier state of being.
The energetic piano playing adds to the uplifting and celebratory tone of the song. It symbolizes the power of music to bring people together and uplift their spirits. The call and response style of the lyrics, where the singer calls for help and the audience responds with encouragement, creates a sense of communal support and solidarity.
The mention of "no smilin' faces" and "lyin' to the races" suggests a critique of a society where people wear masks and put on false appearances. The singer longs for a genuine connection where people can be their authentic selves without pretense. This further emphasizes the desire for the promised place, where true emotions are not suppressed or hidden.
The repetition of "let me take you there" throughout the song exemplifies the singer's determination and willingness to guide the listener towards this better place. It is an invitation to trust and follow, allowing the singer to show the way to a more joyful and harmonious environment. Overall, "I'll Take You There" encourages listeners to believe in the possibility of finding solace and happiness, even in the midst of turmoil and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh mmm I know a place
There is a special place that I am aware of
Ain't nobody cryin'
No one is experiencing sadness
Ain't nobody worried
No one is feeling anxious
Ain't no smilin' faces
There are no happy expressions
Mmm, no no
Absolutely not
Lyin' to the races
Deceiving others for personal gain
Help me, come on, come on
Assist me, encourage me to move forward
Somebody, help me now (I'll take you there)
I'm asking for someone's assistance to reach this place
Help me, ya'all (I'll take you there)
Everybody, lend me a hand to be there together
Help me now (I'll take you there)
Please aid me at this moment
Oh! (I'll take you there)
Expressing excitement about leading others to this place
Oh! Oh! Mercy! (I'll take you there)
An exclamation of awe and the intention to guide others there
Oh, let me take you there (I'll take you there)
Allow me to be the one to bring you to this place
Oh-oh! Let me take you there! (I'll take you there)
Expressing eagerness to be the guide
Play your, play your piano now
Start playing your piano with enthusiasm
All right Ah do it do it
Okay, let's do it with energy
Come on now
Encouraging someone to join and participate
Play on it, play on it
Keep playing the piano skillfully
Daddy daddy daddy
Affectionately calling someone for attention
Ooh, Lord
Exclaiming in astonishment or supplication
All right now
Everything is going well at this moment
Baby, easy now
Take it easy, be calm and relaxed
Now, come on, little lady
Now, let's go, young woman
All right
Everything is good
Dum-dum-dum-dum
A rhythmic sound
Sock it, sock it
Put some energy and power into it
Ah, oh, oh!
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm
I know a place, ya'all (I'll take you there)
I am familiar with a location and can guide you there
Ain't nobody cryin' (I'll take you there)
No one is experiencing sorrow, and I can show you
Ain't nobody worried (I'll take you there)
No one is feeling anxious, and I can lead you
No smilin' faces (I'll take you there)
There are no happy expressions, but I can bring you
Uh-uh (Lyin' to the races) (I'll take you there)
Absolutely not, deceiving others for personal benefit, but I can still guide you
Oh, no Oh! (I'll take you there)
Expressing concern but still determined to lead you
Oh oh oh! (I'll take you there)
Reiterating the intention to bring you to the place
Mercy now! (I'll take you there)
Pleading for compassion and offering to take you
I'm callin' callin' callin' mercy (I'll take you there)
I am desperately requesting aid and offering to show you the way
Mercy mercy! (I'll take you there)
An urgent plea for compassion and assistance to guide you
Let me (I'll take you there)
Allow me to be the one to lead and bring you
Oh oh! I'll take you there (I'll take you there)
Expressing assurance that I will bring you to the place
Oh oh oh oh Wanna take you there! (I'll take you there) Just take me by the hand
Expressing a strong desire to guide you there, simply hold my hand
Let me (I'll take you there)
Allow me to be your guide
Let me, let me, let me lead the way
Please grant me the privilege to show you the path
Oh! (I'll take you there)
Exclaiming excitement and determination to lead you
Let me take you there (I'll take you there)
Permit me to bring you to that place
Let me take you there! (I'll take you there)
Allow me the opportunity to guide you there
Ain't no smilin' faces (I'll take you there)
There are no happy expressions, but I can bring you there
Up in here, lyin' to the races (I'll take you there)
Within this environment, people deceive each other for personal gain, but I still offer to take you
You oughta, you gotta gotta come let me, let me (I'll take you there)
It is essential and necessary for you to allow me to bring you there
Take you, take you, take you over there (I'll take you there) Ooh! Oh! Oh! All right (I'll take you there)
Escort and accompany you to that specific location with enthusiasm and excitement
Oh-oh! All right! (I'll take you there)
Expressing enthusiasm and agreement to bring you there
Oh! Oh! (I'll take you there)
Exclaiming excitement and determination to lead you to the place
Mmmm ah Oh! Yeah! (I'll take you there)
Indicating pleasure and eagerness to guide you
Whoa! (I'll take you there)
Expressing surprise or awe, reaffirming the offer to guide you
Let me lead the way (I'll take you there)
Allow me to be the one to show you the path
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