A Soul Man
Embracing the Soulful Pride: Decoding Yellow Days' 'A Soul Man'
Lyrics
When I walk babe
Expressing confidence and pride when walking.
I walk just a little bit prouder
Increased sense of pride while walking.
And when I sing
Indicating amplified passion when singing.
I sing, just a little bit louder babe
Singing with greater volume, possibly reflecting increased emotional intensity.
Cause I’m a
Reiterating identity as a soulful individual.
I’m a soul
Emphasizing the soulful nature of the self.
I’m a
Repetition of being a soulful individual.
I’m a Soul Man
Stating identity as a "Soul Man."
Yeah
Confirmation or affirmation.
I wear my heart
Expressing emotional vulnerability by wearing one's heart on the sleeve.
On my sleeve
Continuation of emotional vulnerability.
And I don’t know
Uncertainty about personal needs and desires.
What I need, Oh baby
Expressing confusion or a lack of clarity about what is needed.
Cause I’m a
Reiteration of being a soulful individual.
I’m a soul
Emphasizing the soulful nature of the self.
I’m a
Repetition of being a soulful individual.
I’m a Soul Man
Stating identity as a "Soul Man."
Yeah!
Expressing enthusiasm or affirmation.
Ooo!
Exclamation, possibly indicating heightened emotion.
When I talk
Speaking candidly and honestly.
I say what I mean
Expressing straightforwardness and sincerity in communication.
And I can see
Claiming the ability to foresee where love will develop.
Where the love is gonna be
Anticipating the growth of love or emotional connection.
Cause I’m a
Reiteration of being a soulful individual.
I’m a soul
Emphasizing the soulful nature of the self.
I’m a
Repetition of being a soulful individual.
I’m a Soul Man
Stating identity as a "Soul Man."
Yeah! Oh baby baby No!!
Expressing strong emotions, possibly denial.
My mother knows I love her so
Acknowledging love for the mother.
My girl knows I’ll never let her go, oh
Affirming commitment to a romantic partner.
My brothers know if they ever need a hand
Commitment to providing support to siblings.
Oh I’m there,
Affirmation of readiness to help others.
Cause I’m a
Reiteration of being a soulful individual.
I’m a soul
Emphasizing the soulful nature of the self.
I’m a
Repetition of being a soulful individual.
I’m a Soul Man
Stating identity as a "Soul Man."
Uh !
Exclamation, possibly indicating heightened emotion.
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