The Monitors – Say You

The Monitors – Say You: A Soulful Yearning for Reassurance

Venture back to the vibrant soul scene of the mid-1960s, a time when powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics reigned supreme. Amongst the rising stars of this era, a group called The Monitors stands out for their poignant and soulful sound.

Background

Their 1965 single, “Say You”, remains a captivating testament to their artistry, capturing the raw vulnerability of yearning for love’s reassurance.

While the exact origin story of The Monitors remains somewhat shrouded in mystery, their impact on the Motown scene is undeniable.

Initially a backing group for various artists on the legendary label, they soon found their own voice, crafting songs that resonated with a generation yearning for love and emotional connection.

“Say You” embodies this yearning perfectly. The song’s opening bars set the stage with a melancholic yet hopeful melody, drawing the listener into a world of emotional vulnerability.

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Lyrics

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(Say you)
Who do you belong to?
(Say you)
I’ve been longing to meet you
Baby (baby)
You caught my eye, I can’t deny
I realized it’s you
I like what I see, your pleasant to me
Fast and fancy
(Say you)
Oooh
(Say you)
I don’t want to be friends, let my heart cave in
Watching you play around (play around)
‘Cause this would make me mad, hurt so bad
Soon it would drag me down
Say you (say you)
(Say you)
There’s none quite as fair as you
(Let’s make plans for two)
And oh yeah

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And if you love me too, just say you do
What’s keeping us apart?
Forget your past, don’t be sad
Give me the key to your heart
Say you
Say you
Baby, give me the keys to your heart
Say you baby
Give me the keys to your heart
Say you baby
Give me the keys to your heart