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Suite For 20G

James Taylor

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Suite For 20G

Slipping away what can I say

Won't you stay inside me month of May

And hold on to me golden day, slipping away

Sunshine on my wall

To keep my mind on the things I'm saying

Footsteps in the hall

To tell me I've been this way before, nevermore

Let it rain sweet Mary Jane

Let it wash your love down all around me

Come inside and put it down

Let it rain

I've been trying hard to find a way to let you know

That we can make it shine most all the time

This time 'round I'm searching down to where I used to go

And it's been on my mind to make it shine

You can say I wanna be free

I can say someday I will be

You can say I wanna be free

I can say someday I will be

When I catch a common cold

Wanna hear a saxophone

When I let the good times roll, baby

Slide me a bass trombone

Walk me down old Funky Street

Lord knows I feel good enough to eat (now)

Hold my soul. Now, I'm sure enough fond of my rock 'n roll

When I go to sleep at night

Wanna hear a slide guitar

When I'm feeling loose and right

Riding in my automobile

Boney Maroney and Peggy Sue

Got the rocking pneumonia, got the boogey-woogey flu

Baby, hold my soul. Said, I'm sure enough fond of my rock 'n roll

Good God

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Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Suite for 20G by James Taylor is a dynamic composition with three distinctive parts, reflecting various styles and tempos. The primary theme revolves around financial necessity, as the title suggests a need for $20,000 to complete his album. The transition between musical sections mirrors the urgency and disparate experiences that come with financial stress and the pursuit of artistic fulfillment. Notably, the song's fluid switches between mellow, upbeat, and intense sections reflect Taylor's versatility and depth as an artist. Key moments include the transition to a more exuberant tone after expressing concerns over financial pressures, symbolizing resilience and eventual triumph.

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