Back Street
Edwin Starr · The Sound Of Edwin Starr Volume 2 [2011]
(Back street)
I've been living off of Main Street
Where society is the thing
But people that live on Main Street
They don't know how to swing
But the people on the back street
They swing, all night long
Although I live on the main street
The back streets is where I belong
So, show me the back street
Show me the back street
Show me the back streets
Show me the back streets, mmm, yeah
(Ooo) where people walkin' side by side
Without knowing each other's name
(Ooo) and soul is the only thing you need
To join right in and swing
Where people stick together
One for all and all for one
Where they don't care how much money you got
As long as you're havin' fun
So, show me the back street
Show me the back streets
Show me the back streets, come on
Show me the back street, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
(Come on) mmm (show me the back street)
(Ooo) bein' a stranger in any town
Is a very lonesome thing
(Ooo) but if I find the back streets of any town
I know I'll find a friend
So, show me the back street
Show me the back streets
Show me the back streets, baby
Show me the back street
(Come on) show me (show me the back street) show me the back street
(Come on show me) baby (the back street) come on and show me
(Come on show me) show me (the back street) the back streets, baby
(Come on) Mmm (show me the back street)
(Come on) yeah (show me) I know that
(the back street) that's where it will be
(Come on) Mmm (show me the back street)
Back Street - Edwin Starr
Edwin Starr's 'Back Street' stands as a vibrant testament to his mastery of the soul and funk genres, capturing the raw energy that defined his career. Recorded for 'The Sound Of Edwin Starr Volume 2,' this track exemplifies his ability to blend rhythmic precision with emotive vocal delivery, characteristic of his work in the late 1980s and beyond. As a key figure in the evolution of American soul music, Starr's contributions often bridged the gap between classic R&B and emerging funk styles, influencing a generation of artists who sought similar authenticity and groove. The song reflects his dedication to crafting recordings that resonate deeply with audiences, showcasing a musical style rooted in the traditions of the 1960s while embracing the dynamic sounds of his own era. Through this work, Starr continues to demonstrate his enduring impact on the landscape of soul and funk music.