About the song
Boz Scaggs’ “Lowdown” is a soulful classic that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1976, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing Scaggs’ exceptional vocal abilities and his ability to blend elements of soul, funk, and pop music.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a funky bassline and a driving rhythm. Scaggs’ smooth vocals then come in, delivering the lyrics with a blend of passion and restraint. The lyrics explore themes of love, desire, and the seductive power of music.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its infectious chorus, in which Scaggs sings, “I’m gonna give you a lowdown.” The chorus’s repetitive refrain further reinforces the song’s central theme of seduction and temptation.
The song’s production is impeccable, featuring a tight rhythm section, lush strings, and a brass section that adds a touch of soulfulness. Scaggs’ vocals are supported by a talented group of musicians, including Michael McDonald on keyboards and David Paich on guitar.
“Lowdown” is a testament to the enduring power of music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and Scaggs’ soulful performance have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to Scaggs’ talent and his ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
Baby’s into runnin’ round
Hangin’ with the crowd
Putting your business in the street
Talkin’ out loud
Sayin’ you bought her this and that
And how much you done spent
I swear she must believe
It’s all heaven sent
Hey boy
You better bring the chick around
To the sad sad truth
The dirty lowdown(Oooh oooh
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Taught her how to talk like that
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Gave her that big ideaNothin’ you can’t handle
Nothin’ you ain’t got
Put your money on the table
And drive it off the lot
Turn on that old lovelight
And turn a maybe to a yes
Same old schoolboy game
Got you into this mess
Hey son
You better get on back to town
Face the sad old truth
The dirty lowdown(Oooh oooh
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Put those ideas in your head
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Come on back down to earth son
Dig the low low low low lowdownYou ain’t got to be so bad
Got to be so cold
This dog eat dog existence
Sure is gettin’ old
Got to have a Jones for this
Jones for that
This runnin’ with the Jones’s boy
Just ain’t where it’s at
You gonna come back around
To the sad sad truth..
The dirty lowdown(Oooh oooh
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Got you thinking like that boy
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Said I wonder wonder wonder wonder whoOh look out for that lowdown
That dirty dirty dirty dirty lowdown
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Ooooh hooo
I wonder who got you thinking like that…