A Shot of Rhythm and Blues
Arthur Alexander
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Well, if your hands start to clappin' And your fingers start to poppin' And your feet start to movin' around And if you start to swing and sway When a band starts a-play A real cool 'n way out sound And if you get the can't help it's And you can't sit down You feel like you gotta move around (You need a shot of rhythm and blues) With just a little rock an roll on the side Just for good measure (You need a pair of dancin' shoes) With your lover by your side Then you know You're gonna have a lot of pleasure So, don't you worry 'bout a thing When you start to dance and sing And chill bumps come up on you And when that rhythm finally hits you When the beat gets you through Well, here's the thing for you to do (sax & instrumental) (Get a shot a-rhythm and blues) With just a little rock n roll on the side Just for good measure (Get a pair of dancin' shoes) With your lover by your side Then you know You're gonna have a lot of pleasure So, don't you worry 'bout a thing If you start to dance and sing And chill bumps come up on you And when that rhythm finally hits you When the beat gets ya though Well, here's the thing for you to do (Get a shot a-rhythm and blues) With just a little rock n roll on the side Just for good measure (Get a pair of dancin' shoes) With your lover by your side Then you know You're gonna have a lot of pleasure FADES- So don't ya worry 'bout a thing If ya start to dance an sing.
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Written by: TERRY THOMPSON
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9 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundArthur Alexander was an American country songwriter and soul singer who was born in 1940 and passed away in 1993. He is best known for his songs "You Better Move On", "Anna" and "A Shot of Rhythm and Blues".
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Song PopularityAlthough "A Shot of Rhythm and Blues" was not a huge hit for Alexander, it remains one of his most recognized songs.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by several notable artists. The Beatles performed it live at The Star Club in Hamburg in 1962, and it was also covered by outfits such as Johnny Kidd & The Pirates, and Gerry and The Pacemakers.
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InfluenceMany critics and historians believe that Alexander's sound, which fuses rhythm and blues with country, played a major role in shaping the early sound of the Beatles.
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Song Genre"A Shot of Rhythm and Blues" is primarily classified as an R&B and Soul song with elements of country, characteristic of Arthur Alexander's unique style.
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Beatles connectionThe Beatles were big fans of Arthur Alexander. They have covered "A Shot of Rhythm and Blues" and it is believe to have had influence on their early music/catalogue.
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Historical SignificanceArthur Alexander was one of the first American soul singers to blend R&B with country, which contributed to the development of the distinct southern soul sound. His impact is evident in "A Shot of Rhythm and Blues".
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Song LyricsThe song lyrics tell about the magical effects of rhythm and blues music, as the singer feels revitalized and invigorated after listening to some good old rhythm and blues.
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Musical Arrangement"A Shot of Rhythm and Blues" is characterized by powerful vocal performance by Alexander, backed by a groovy melody that captures the essential elements of rhythm and blues.
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