Parker's Band
Experience the Jazz Story of Parker's Band
Lyrics
Savoy sides presents a new saxophone sensation
Savoy sides introduces an emerging saxophonist
It's Parker's band with a smooth style of syncopation
Parker's band has a polished, rhythmic style
Kansas City born and growing
Refers to Parker's origins in Kansas City
You won't believe what the boys are blowing
Highlights the exceptional musical skills of the band members
You got to come on man
Encouragement to engage and experience Parker's band
And take a piece of Mister Parker's band
Invitation to enjoy and be part of Parker's band's music
You'll be riding by, bareback on your armadillo
Imagery of carefree enjoyment ("bareback on your armadillo")
You'll be grooving high or relaxing at Camarillo
Indicates the state of being elated or relaxed while listening to the music, referencing Camarillo State Mental Hospital where Parker was treated
Suddenly the music hits you
Emphasizes the impact of the music on the listener
It's a bird in flight that just can't quit you
Compares the irresistible nature of the music to a bird in flight
You got to come on man
Encouragement to join and experience the music of Parker's band
And take a piece of Mister Parker's band
Reiteration of the invitation to engage with Parker's band
We will spend a dizzy weekend smacked into a trance
Describes an intense, captivating experience with the music
Me and you will listen to
Shared experience of listening to music that evokes strong emotions
A little bit of what made the preacher dance
Refers to music that inspires dancing, like that of a preacher
Bring your horn along and you can add to the pure confection
Invitation to bring musical talent and contribute to the ensemble
And if you can't fly you'll have to move in with the rhythm section
Indication that even without certain skills, one can still contribute to the music
Either way you're bound to function
Assurance that participation will be beneficial in some way
Fifty-Second Street's the junction
Reference to a location where music and talent converge
You got to come on man
Encouragement to join and experience Parker's band
And take a piece of Mister Parker's
Reiteration of the invitation to engage with Parker's band
Clap your hands and take a piece of Mister Parker's
Encouragement to participate and enjoy Parker's band's music
Come on man and take a piece of Mister Parker's band
Final urging to partake in the experience of Parker's band
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