The Joker
The Watts 103rd St Rhythm Band Lyrics
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Some call me the gangster of love
Some people call me Maurice
'Cause I speak of the pompitous of love
People talk about me, baby
They say I'm doin' you wrong when I'm doin' you right
Well, don't you worry baby
'Cause I'm right here, I'm right here, right here, right here at home
'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner
I'm a lover, and I'm a sinner
And play my music in the sun
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker
I'm a midnight toker
I get my lovin' on the run
You're the cutest thing that I ever did see
I really love your peaches, want to shake your tree
Lovey-dovey, lovey-dovey, lovey-dovey all the time
Ooo-eee baby, I'll sure show you a good time
'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner
I'm a lover, and I'm a sinner
And play my music in the sun
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker
I'm a midnight toker
I sure don't want to hurt no one
Lots of people keep talking about me, baby
They say I'm doin' you wrong when I'm doing you right
Well don't you worry, don't worry, baby, don't worry mama
'Cause I'm right here, I'm right here, right here, right here at home
'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner
I'm a lover, and I'm a sinner
And play my music in the sun
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker
I'm a midnight toker
I sure don't want to hurt no one
'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner
I'm a lover, and I'm a sinner
And play my music in the sun
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker
I'm a midnight toker
I sure don't want to hurt no one
The lyrics to The Watts 103rd St Rhythm Band's "The Joker" are a playful and humorous exploration of the different personas and identities that people assign to the singer, who refers to himself as a space cowboy, a gangster of love, and Maurice, all of which appear to be tongue-in-cheek references to various pop culture archetypes. The use of the term "pompitous of love" is a made-up phrase that has been interpreted in many different ways, but ultimately seems to be a way of expressing a sense of grandeur or importance around the concept of love.
Throughout the song, the singer addresses rumors and gossip about his behavior towards his partner, expressing confidence that he is doing right by them despite what others may say. The chorus, which repeats the refrain "I'm a joker, I'm a smoker, I'm a midnight toker," paints a picture of a carefree and fun-loving individual who doesn't take life too seriously. The final lines of the song reinforce the message that the singer is committed to his partner and doesn't want to hurt anyone.
The upbeat and catchy music of "The Joker" reinforces the playful and lighthearted tone of the lyrics. The song is rooted in the funk and soul music of the 1970s and features a strong brass section as well as a driving rhythm section. The use of call-and-response vocals adds to the party-like atmosphere of the track.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people call me the space cowboy, yeah!
Some individuals refer to me as the adventurous outlaw, yeah!
Some call me the gangster of love
Some people call me a tough and influential lover
Some people call me Maurice
Some folks refer to me as Maurice
'Cause I speak of the pompitous of love
Because I talk about the mysterious and inexplicable nature of love
People talk about me, baby
People gossip about me, darling
They say I'm doin' you wrong when I'm doin' you right
They say I'm treating you unfairly when I'm treating you correctly
Well, don't you worry baby
Well, don't be stressed, baby
Don't worry
Don't worry
'Cause I'm right here, I'm right here, right here, right here at home
Because I'm physically present here at home, and I won't leave
'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner
Because I'm a skilled guitar player, and I smile a lot
I'm a lover, and I'm a sinner
I am a passionate and flawed individual
And play my music in the sun
I perform my music outside in the sunlight
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker
I am a humorous person who enjoys smoking
I'm a midnight toker
I am someone who smokes marijuana late at night
I get my lovin' on the run
I quickly seek affection and sexual pleasure
You're the cutest thing that I ever did see
You are the most attractive person I have ever laid eyes on
I really love your peaches, want to shake your tree
I thoroughly enjoy your body, and want to engage in sexual activity with you
Lovey-dovey, lovey-dovey, lovey-dovey all the time
Affectionate and loving all of the time
Ooo-eee baby, I'll sure show you a good time
Oh, baby, I will definitely entertain and excite you
I sure don't want to hurt no one
I certainly do not wish to harm anyone
Lots of people keep talking about me, baby
Many folks keep discussing me, honey
They say I'm doin' you wrong when I'm doing you right
They claim I'm treating you poorly when I'm treating you well
Well don't you worry, don't worry, baby, don't worry mama
Well, don't be concerned, baby, don't worry mother
'Cause I'm right here, I'm right here, right here, right here at home
Because I am here at home, and won't abandon you
'Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner
Because I am a talented guitar player, and I grin often
I'm a lover, and I'm a sinner
I am a romantic, yet flawed individual
And play my music in the sun
I play my music outdoors in the sunshine
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker
I am a funny person who enjoys smoking
I'm a midnight toker
I smoke marijuana late at night
I sure don't want to hurt no one
I really don't want to cause harm to anyone
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