Simple Man
Lynyrd Skynyrd · Icon: Lynyrd Skynyrd [2010]
Mama told me, when I was young
Come sit beside me, my only son
And listen closely, to what I say.
And if you do this
It will help you some sunny day.
Ohh take your time... Don't live too fast,
Troubles will come, and they will pass.
Go find a woman and you'll find love,
And don't forget son,
There is someone up above.
(Chorus)
And be a simple kind of man.
Oh be somethin you'll love and understand.
Baby be a simple kind of man.
Won't you do this for me son,
If you can?
Forget your lust for the rich man's gold
All that you need is in your soul,
And you can do this if you try.
All that I want for you my son,
Is to be satisfied.
(Chorus)
Boy, don't you worry... you'll find yourself.
Follow your heart and nothing else.
And you can do this if you try.
All I want for you my son,
Is to be satisfied.
And be a simple kind of man.
Oh be somethin you'll love and understand.
Baby be a simple kind of man.
Won't you do this for me son,
If you can?
So baby, be a simple, be a simple man
Oh, wont you do this for me son, if you can
Come sit beside me, my only son
And listen closely, to what I say.
And if you do this
It will help you some sunny day.
Ohh take your time... Don't live too fast,
Troubles will come, and they will pass.
Go find a woman and you'll find love,
And don't forget son,
There is someone up above.
(Chorus)
And be a simple kind of man.
Oh be somethin you'll love and understand.
Baby be a simple kind of man.
Won't you do this for me son,
If you can?
Forget your lust for the rich man's gold
All that you need is in your soul,
And you can do this if you try.
All that I want for you my son,
Is to be satisfied.
(Chorus)
Boy, don't you worry... you'll find yourself.
Follow your heart and nothing else.
And you can do this if you try.
All I want for you my son,
Is to be satisfied.
And be a simple kind of man.
Oh be somethin you'll love and understand.
Baby be a simple kind of man.
Won't you do this for me son,
If you can?
So baby, be a simple, be a simple man
Oh, wont you do this for me son, if you can
Simple Man
Released on the 2010 compilation Icon: Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Simple Man" stands as a cornerstone of Southern rock, blending bluesy instrumentation with the band's signature melodic sensibility. Written by Allen Collins and Ronnie Van Zant, the track captures the essence of the late 1970s with its themes of humility and everyday struggles. The song features the iconic guitar work of Gary Rossington and the soaring vocals of Van Zant, creating a timeless anthem that resonates across generations. As part of the band's extensive discography, "Simple Man" exemplifies the raw energy and emotional depth that defined Lynyrd Skynyrd's contribution to rock music, cementing their legacy as pioneers of the genre.