New Orleans
Dr. John
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In the South Land there's a city Way down on the river Where the women are very pretty And all the men deliver They got music It's always playin' Start in the day time, go all through the night When you hear that music playin' Hear what I'm saying, it make you feel alright Grab somebody, come on down Bring your paintbrush, we're paintin' the town Honey, there's some sweetness goin' 'round Catch it down in New Orleans We got magic, good and bad Make you happy or make you real sad Get everything you want, lose what you had Down here in New Orleans Hey partner, don't be shy Come on down here and give us a try You wanna do some livin' before you die Do it down in New Orleans Stately homes and mansions Of the Sugar Barons and the Cotton Kings Rich people, poor people, all got dreams Dreams do come true in New Orleans
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Written by: Joseph F. Royster, Frank J. Guida
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Music Artist"New Orleans" is a song by Dr. John, an American singer and songwriter. His real name was Malcolm John Rebennack, but he was professionally known as Dr. John.
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Release DateThe song, “New Orleans,” was released in 1972 in the album “Dr. John’s Gumbo.”
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InspirationDr. John’s “New Orleans” was a performance filled with his deep-rooted love and respect for the music and culture of his hometown, New Orleans.
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Album SignificanceThe album “Dr. John’s Gumbo,” where “New Orleans” appears, marked a significant turning point in Dr. John's career, where he moved away from the psychedelic voodoo music and mysticism of his earlier albums and took a dip into New Orleans R&B and funk (where he started his career).
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LyricsThe song’s lyrics are about the city of New Orleans, its people, culture and the unique rhythm of life that define this vibrant city.
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Artist’s CareerDr John has had a long and illustrious career, and his song “New Orleans” is often hailed as one of his defining songs, reflecting his background and passion for his home city.
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Musical StyleThe song reflects the heart and soul of New Orleans' music with its blend of rhythm and blues, jazz, and its distinct, playful syncopated musical style, which is a definitive characteristic of Dr. John's earlier works.
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Grammy AwardsThough his song “New Orleans” did not win a Grammy, Dr. John, throughout his career, has won six Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011.
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City’s InfluenceDr. John's "New Orleans" not only reflects his love for the city but also showcases how much the city's unique musical styling and culture has influenced his music.
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LegacyThe song “New Orleans” is still appreciated today and often played to pay homage to the city's rich musical heritage and Dr. John’s significant impact on the music scene.
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