Curbside Prophet
Jason Mraz
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I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket to come I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket You see it started way back in NYC When I stole my first rhyme from the M.I.C. At a west end avenue at 63 The beginning of a leap year, February, '96 With a guitar picked up in the mix I committed to the licks like a nickel back of tricks Well look at me now Look at me now Look at me now, now, now, now I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket to come I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket Well you're never gonna guess Where I've been been been And I have no regrets That I bet my whole checking account Because it all amounts to nothing up in the end Well you can only count on the road again We'll soon be on the radio dial And I been payin' close attention to the Willie Nelson style Like a band of gypsies on the highway while I'm one man pushin' on the California skyline drive Up the coast mc brag the most I'm pickin up my pace and makin' time like space ghost Raising a toast to the highway patrol with the most Put my cruise control on coast 'cause I'm tourin' around the nation on extended vacation see I got Elsa the dog who exceeds my limitation I say, "I like your style, crazy pound pup! You need a ride? Well come on, girl, hop in the truck!" I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket to come I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket to come on I'm just a curbside prophet With my hand in my pocket And I'm waiting for my rocket See I'm a down home brother, redneck undercover With my guitar here I'm ready to play And I'm s a sucker for a filly Got a natural ability to give the freestyle Look at my flexibility Dangerous at the mike My ghetto hat's cocked right The ladies say, "yo, that kid is crazy" The backstage betties taking more than they can get They say, "what's up with m-are-a-z?" Hey, hey, something's different in my world today Well they changed my traffic sign to a brighter yellow Hey, hey, something's different in my world today They changed my traffic sign to a brighter yellow I'm just a curbside prophet Curbside prophet now Curbside prophet now Curbside Come on, now Curbside prophet Waiting for my rocket to come
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Written by: Christina Ruffalo, Jason Mraz, William Galewood
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Goo-Eyed Music, Fintage House Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Artist"Curbside Prophet" was performed by popular American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz.
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AlbumThis song is off Jason Mraz's debut studio album "Waiting for My Rocket to Come", which was released in 2002.
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Genre"Curbside Prophet" showcases Mraz's fusion of pop, rock, folk, and jazz, consistent with his broad music style, making the song a combination of all these genres.
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SuccessAlthough "Curbside Prophet" was not a charting single, it helped establish Jason Mraz's reputation as a skilled singer and songwriter.
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InspirationSome say the song illustrates Mraz's early career as a struggling musician, using metaphors referencing his experiences on his journey to stardom.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Curbside Prophet" is notable for its unique setting – as it takes place in a desert, being reflective of the song's lyrics about being on the road.
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Live PerformancesThis song became a regular part of Jason Mraz's setlist during live performances and is loved by his fans to this day.
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LyricsJason Mraz was credited as the primary songwriter for "Curbside Prophet", along with Billy Galewood and Christina Ruffalo. The song includes a catchy chorus and a scatting segment, showcasing the singer's talent for intricate lyrical rhythms.
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Feature"Curbside Prophet" has been featured in a variety of media, including films like "The Girl Next Door".
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InfluenceThe song has influenced a number of aspiring musicians due to its catchy tune and relatable lyrics about the journey to stardom. The unique mix of genres in this song is a signature of Jason Mraz's style, which has inspired many artists in the industry.
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