Give Me My Blues
Soulful Sounds: Albert Collins' Musical Odyssey of Blues Expression
Lyrics
I play my music, the only way that I can
Expressing how the artist performs music in their unique style, staying true to themselves.
Play my music only, only way I can
Reiterating their commitment to performing music in their individual way.
Some people really dig it, some just don't understand
Noting the varied reactions from people—some appreciate the music, while others don't comprehend it.
I play my music only, only way I can
Emphasizing the artist's exclusive approach to playing music.
I play my music, play it the only way I can
Restating their dedication to playing music in their distinctive manner.
Some people really dig it, some just don't understand
Highlighting the divide in how the music is received—some admire it while others struggle to grasp it.
I don't play the drums
Stating the artist's limitations, indicating they don't play the drums.
I can't disco dance
Expressing an inability to perform disco dance moves.
But I can play the blues
Asserting the artist's capability to play the blues and create an immersive experience.
Put you in a trance
Implies that their blues music has the power to captivate and mesmerize the listener.
I can play my music, only way I can
Reaffirming the artist's commitment to playing music in their unique way.
Some people really dig it
Indicating that some people genuinely appreciate the music.
Some just don't understand
Pointing out that there are individuals who fail to comprehend the artist's music.
Give my blues song, I'll play it all night long
Expressing a willingness to perform blues songs throughout the night.
Give me a blues song, I'll play it all night long
Reiterating the commitment to playing blues songs for an extended period.
It may not sound right to you but I know that, that ain't wrong
Indicating that although some may not appreciate the sound, the artist believes in the validity of their approach.
I don't do no country
Stating genres the artist doesn't perform—country music in this case.
I don't do no jazz
Asserting the artist's disinterest in performing jazz music.
I don't do no punk rock
Rejecting involvement in punk rock music or anything of that energetic nature.
That kinda razz-ma-tazz
Describing a kind of music as too flamboyant or showy for the artist's style.
I play my blues song
Reaffirming the artist's dedication to performing their blues music uniquely.
The only way I can
Restating the commitment to playing music in the artist's distinctive style.
Some people really dig it
Recognizing the admiration some people have for the blues music the artist creates.
Some just don't understand
Highlighting the lack of understanding some individuals have regarding the artist's blues music.
Ooh-ho, yeah
An exclamation, possibly expressing satisfaction or determination.
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