Tom’s career as a guest recording artist spans more than 450 recordings—by such diverse artists as Barbra Streisand, Quincy Jones, Thelonius Monk, Lalo Schifrin, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin and Chris Botti. His numerous contributions as a player and arranger include Joni Mitchell’s "Court And Spark", Steely Dan’s "Aja"; hit singles like Carole King’s "Jazzman", Paul McCartney’s "Listen To What The Man Said", Rod Stewart’s "Do You Think I’m Sexy", Blondie’s "Rapture", Captain & Tenille’s "Do That To Me One More Time", Whitney Houston’s "Saving All My Love For You"; and on movie soundtracks such as "Taxi Driver", "Bladerunner", "Heaven Can Wait", "Sea Of Love", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?", "Toy Story 2" and "Monsters, Inc". He is featured in highly acclaimed performances for the Grammy-winning movie "Standing In The Shadows Of Motown". His newly recorded Concord Records CD—entitled "Cannon Re-Loaded--A Tribute to Cannonball Adderley" (featuring Nancy Wilson, George Duke, Marcus Miller, Terence Blanchard & Steve Gadd)—was released in March 2008.
Tom’s other career achievements include composing film scores, among them "Conquest of the Planet of the Apes", "Uptown Saturday Night", "Stir Crazy", "Hanky Panky", "The Sure Thing", "Soul Man" and "Shakes the Clown". His television composing and conducting credits include themes for "Family Ties", "Starsky & Hutch", "Square Pegs" and background scores for "Baretta", "Cannon", "Barnaby Jones", "Streets Of San Francisco", "National Geographic Explorer", and numerous T.V. Specials and Network Movies. He has served as Musical Director for the Academy Awards, the Emmy Awards, the Celebration At Ford’s Theater, the People’s Choice Awards, Comic Relief, the Carol Burnett Show, the Pat Sajak Show, Joni Mitchell, George Harrison, Olivia Newton-John, and the GRP All-Star Big Band--and has toured five continents as leader of his own group. He produced two CD’s for tenor vocalist Daniel Rodriguez (a.k.a. ‘The Singing Policeman’)--the first of which, "The Spirit Of America", has sold over 400,000 copies to date. Tom has also conducted over 30 symphony orchestras throughout the U.S. as Daniel’s music director.
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Yeah!
Tom Scott Lyrics
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Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Say it again, yeah
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Sing it to me baby
Yeah!
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Oh, oh yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Say it again, yeah
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na
Sing it to me baby
Yeah!
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Oh, oh yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Sing it to me baby, ooh yeah!
Yeah!
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
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The lyrics to Tom Scott's song Yeah! are very straightforward and repetitive, with a simple structure of "na na na" and "yeah" being repeated over and over again. The song is not really about anything specific, but rather is just a celebration of feeling good and having fun. The repetition of the "na na na" and "yeah" phrases creates a kind of catchy, infectious groove that is hard to resist.
The song can be interpreted as a kind of anthem for partying and having a good time. The repeated "yeah" seems to be a call to action, urging people to get up and join in the fun. The "na na na" could be seen as a kind of universal language of joy and celebration, something that all people can understand and join in on regardless of language or culture. Overall, the song is all about letting loose and enjoying the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Na, na, na, na
The repetition of 'na' sounds is used as a filler, indicating excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
This is an exclamation of joy and satisfaction, expressing a positive emotion.
Say it again, yeah
The singer is requesting that the previous statement or sentiment be repeated, indicating enthusiasm and agreement.
Sing it to me baby
The artist is requesting that someone else verbally express themselves with excitement, encouraging their enthusiasm.
Oh, oh yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Another expression of excitement through exclamation and repetition, building momentum and enthusiasm.
Sing it to me baby, ooh yeah!
A more specific request for someone to express themselves with excitement in a vocal, musical manner.
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The song ends on a repetition of the 'na' sound, indicating a continuation of enthusiasm and excitement beyond the song itself.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GLEN BURTNIK, PATTY SMYTH
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