sweet soul music
the ike and tina turner revue Lyrics
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That sweet soul music
Just as long as it's swingin'
Oh yeah, oh yeah
Out here on the floor now
We're going to a go go
Ah dancin to the music
Spotlight on Lou Rawls, y'all
Ah don't he look tall, y'all
Singin' "Love's a Hurtin' Thing" now
Oh yeah, oh yeah
Spotlight on Sam and Dave now
Ah don't they look boss, y'all
Singin' "Hold On, I'm Comin'"
Oh yeah, oh yeah
Spotlight on Wilson Pickett
That wicked, wicked Pickett
Singin' "Mustang Sally"
Oh yeah, oh yeah
Spotlight on Otis Redding now
Singing "Fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa"
"Fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa"
Oh yeah, oh yeah
Spotlight on James Brown now
He's the king of them all, yeah
He's the king of them all, yeah
Oh yeah, oh yeah
The Ike and Tina Turner Revue's song "Sweet Soul Music" is an upbeat and soulful tribute to some of the greatest performers in the genre. The lyrics are a celebration of the power of music and the joy that it brings to people when they hear it. The song speaks directly to the listener, asking them if they like good music and sweet soul music, promising to keep them dancing and moving as long as it's swinging on the floor.
As the song continues, the spotlight shines on various soul legends such as Lou Rawls, Sam and Dave, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, and James Brown. Each performer is described in glowing terms, with Lou Rawls looking tall and Sam and Dave appearing boss, highlighting their unique styles and personalities. The lyrics also reference some of their most popular songs, such as "Love's a Hurtin' Thing," "Hold On, I'm Comin'," and "Mustang Sally." Finally, the song ends with a tribute to the "king of them all," James Brown, who is celebrated for his unmatched talent and influence in the world of soul music.
Overall, "Sweet Soul Music" is a joyous tribute to the power of music and the impact that it has on people's lives. The song captures the spirit and energy of soul music, while also paying homage to some of its most influential performers.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you like good music
Do you enjoy listening to well-produced music?
That sweet soul music
That genre of music that is soulful and melodious
Just as long as it's swingin'
As long as it has a rhythmic beat that makes you want to dance
Oh yeah, oh yeah
An exclamation of agreement and excitement
Out here on the floor now
We are currently on the dance floor
We're going to a go go
We are dancing energetically because of the music
Ah dancin to the music
We are moving our bodies to the rhythm of the music
Spotlight on Lou Rawls, y'all
Attention is on Lou Rawls, everyone
Ah don't he look tall, y'all
Doesn't he appear tall, everyone?
Singin' "Love's a Hurtin' Thing" now
He is currently singing the song "Love's a Hurtin' Thing"
Spotlight on Sam and Dave now
Attention is on Sam and Dave, everyone
Ah don't they look boss, y'all
Are they not impressive, everyone?
Singin' "Hold On, I'm Comin'"
They are currently singing the song "Hold On, I'm Comin'"
Spotlight on Wilson Pickett
Attention is on Wilson Pickett
That wicked, wicked Pickett
A reference to Wilson Pickett's nickname and his exceptional singing voice
Singin' "Mustang Sally"
He is currently singing the song "Mustang Sally"
Spotlight on Otis Redding now
Attention is on Otis Redding
Singing "Fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa"
He is currently singing the song "Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa"
"Fa fa fa fa fa fa fa fa"
Repetition of the song's lyrics for emphasis and to keep with the beat
Spotlight on James Brown now
Attention is on James Brown now
He's the king of them all, yeah
A reference to James Brown's status as a highly revered musician
Oh yeah, oh yeah
An exclamation of agreement and excitement
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: LAMONT HERBERT DOZIER, BRIAN HOLLAND, EDWARD HOLLAND, JR., WARREN MOORE, SMOKEY ROBINSON, NORMAN J. WHITFIELD
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Kelly E.
Love Tina amazing voice and lots of positive energy!! 😉
MrBrown Royyal
Love this intro BUT there is a part of it that was edited out, where Tina is introduced and the Ikette's sing a song called "Doin' The Tina Turner". It leads up to this and its really hot.
John Benn
WOW WOW WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From a 72yo Aussie fan.
Marcus Holmes
Soul music to soul food, the both are black inventions!
Jerome Patton
HBO Max brought me here 💨