Serious Music
Daryl Hall · Other Songs - Daryl Hall
If you write a song for God, will he sing along?
While rows of robot symphonies read on
Is that the way that you want it played?
(Manuscripted memories)
I can breathe
(Sound with no electricity)
I can see concentration lines on the face of serious music
(Manuscripted memories)
I can breathe
(Sound with no electricity)
You know I can see concentration lines
On the face of serious music
You brought a bit of jazz to the concert hall
You won't hear violins at the Darkie's ball
Your rhapsody in blue will outlive us all
I wish I was there the night you played it
(Manuscripted memories, sound with no electricity)
Oh, can't you see concentration lines
On the face of serious music
(Manuscripted memories)
Notes on page
(Sound but no electricity)
Oh, can't you see concentration lines
On the face of serious music
(Oh, I can't see, I can't hear)
Manuscripted memories, sound but no electricity
Concentration lines on the face of serious music
(I can't see, I can't hear)
Manuscripted memories, sound but no electricity
Concentration lines on the face of serious music
Serious Music
Daryl Hall's "Serious Music" stands as a quintessential example of his signature smooth, mid-tempo soul-pop style that defined the late 1970s and early 1980s. Released alongside other iconic tracks like "You Make My Dreams," the song showcases Hall's distinctive vocal delivery, characterized by its laid-back rhythm and conversational phrasing. The recording captures the essence of his collaborative work with O'Kelly, blending R&B sensibilities with pop accessibility. While often associated with the broader "Hall & O'Kelly" catalog, the track remains a staple of his solo discography, reflecting the era's emphasis on romantic balladry and danceable grooves. Its enduring appeal lies in its melodic simplicity and Hall's ability to convey warmth and sincerity without relying on complex production techniques.