Direct Me
Otis Redding · Soul Legend/very Best Of Otis Redding [2011]
This you may not believe
But I've been crying for five long years
Afraid of all my fears
Love has got me now
In a terrible bet
I done lost the best little woman
That I ever had
So direct Me
Straight to my babys love
Direct Me
Straight to my woman's love
Shame on me shame on me
I made a big mistake
When I see my babe again
I'm gonna bake me her favorite cake
Ten thousand dollar reward
For the first the one that finds her
When I get my hands on her, y'all
I'm gonna just chain and bound her
Somebody direct Me
Straight to my babys love
Direct Me
Straight to my woman's love, ou, ou
Deputy sherrif On your trail
The FBI, I know,
They won't fail, they can't fail
They gonna bring you back
Somebody
Straight to my babys love
Direct Me
Straight to that womans love
I got the feeling
I wanna feel it, y'all
Say I gotta feeling girl
Lord, I wanna feel it, now, now
I really do, really do, really, really
I really do
Ou wi, I need your love, now
Needda your lovin' now
Somebody direct me, now...
Direct Me
Otis Redding remains a towering figure in soul music, celebrated for his raw vocal power and emotional depth. "Direct Me" stands as a testament to his ability to convey complex feelings through his distinctive delivery. The track showcases the dynamic interplay between Redding's passionate performance and the tight, rhythmic arrangements that defined his recordings during this era. As a key part of his extensive discography, the song highlights his mastery of the genre, blending gospel influences with the driving energy of R&B. Redding's work continues to influence countless musicians, cementing his legacy as a vital architect of soul. This recording captures the essence of his artistry, offering listeners a direct connection to the intensity and sincerity that made him a legend in the music world.