I've Been Working
Van Morrison · Other Songs - Van Morrison
I've been workin' so hard
I've been workin'
I've been workin' so hard
I come home, tell you when
I've been grindinÂ’
I've been grindin' so long
I've been grindin'
I've been grindin' so long
Been up the freeway, down the freeway
Up, down, back up again
I said, woman-woman-woman-woman
Woman-woman-woman, woman
You're gonna be so good
Woman-woman-woman-woman
Make me feel alright
Way ya walk
Way ya talk
Way ya walk
Way ya talk
Da-da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da
Da-da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da-da
(Instrumental & horn solo)
I said, woman-woman-woman-woman
Make me feel so good
Woman-woman-woman-woman
Make me feel alright
Way ya walk
Way ya talk
Baby, talk
Baby, talk
Baby, talk
Way ya walk
Way ya talk
Baby, talk
Got the feelin'
Got the feelin'
Got the feelin'
Holdin' back too much
Holdin' back too much, ha
Holdin' back too much
Holdin' back too much
Holdin' back too much
Holdin' back too much
Holdin' back
Holdin' back.
About I've Been Working
Van Morrison's "I've Been Working" stands as a poignant testament to the blues-inflected soul that permeates his early career. Recorded during a pivotal era for the Belfast-born artist, the track captures the weary resilience of a laborer through its haunting melody and Morrison's distinctive, soulful vocal delivery. The song reflects the broader tradition of American blues and gospel, which Morrison absorbed and reimagined within his unique artistic voice. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of shared human struggle, transcending specific historical contexts to resonate with listeners across generations. As part of his extensive discography, the recording exemplifies his mastery of blending traditional roots music with innovative studio techniques, cementing his status as a visionary figure in rock and soul history.