Violet The Organ Grinder Lyrics
Prince & The New Power Generation
Lyrics
chorus:
I am Violet the Organ Grinder
and I grind all the live long day
I live for the organ, that I am grinding
I'll die, but I won't go away
I am Violet the Organ Grinder
and I grind all the live long day
I live for the organ, that I am grinding
I'll die, but I won't go away
Ooh, wait a minute, I think u better trip on this
Ooh, wait a minute, I think u better trip on this
I was on my way to another room
when an image of u sweetly
appeared in the mirror
perhaps u recall
u and I were neatly
in the middle of a Crystal Ball
that now serves as a reminder
on the wall of u and I the organ grinder
in the greatest concert of them all
I am Violet the Organ Grinder {chorus in the background}
and I grind all the live long day
I live for the organ, that I am grinding
I'll die, but I won't go away
did u know that I still have your stockings?
I keep 'em in a drawer next to your brazier
come hither, my sweet, lend me your attention,
come hither lend my your ear
I do believe that my piano was stolen
I do believe that u want me near
Well I can deal with a sucker
if he's in your mouth,
but I can't deal with insincere
I'm the one that lives in your heart
u love me, no matter what u say
swear you don't miss the organ grinder
grinding on you every day
I am Violet the Organ Grinder (I am Violet the Organ Grinder)
and I grind all the live long day (and I grind all the live long day)
(check this out)
Ooh, wait a minute, I think u better trip on this
I took all the pictures you gave me,
and I placed them right under my bed
and I pumped and I pumped
'til the 'gasm much as jumped
from my feet to the top of my head, oh boy!
I'm Violet the Organ Grinder {chorus in the background}
and I grind all the live long day
I live for the organ, that I am grinding
I'll die, but I will not go away
Ooh, wait a minute, I think u better trip on this
Like a puppy, I licked your devotion
from your neck from your eyes from your ears
when you cry, I became your emotion,
and if u ever cry like that again
I'll be here
'cause I'm Violet the Organ Grinder {chorus in the background}
and I grind all the live long day
I live for the organ, that I'm grinding
I'll die, but I won't go away
not even...
(who turned the mother out)
(who turned the mother out)
I am Violet the Organ Grinder
and I grind all the live long day
I live for the organ, that I am grinding
I'll die, but I won't go away
Song & Lyrics Facts
Prince & The New Power Generation's song "Violet the Organ Grinder" is featured on their 1992 album, Diamonds and Pearls. This funk/rock album was released on October 1st, 1991 by Paisley Park Records and Warner Bros.
Records. Written by Prince and band members Tommy Barbarella, Michael Bland, Levi Seacer Jr., and Sonny T., this track showcases Prince's signature blend of funk and rock with a hint of jazz. The lyrics of the song tell the story of Violet, an organ grinder who plays her music in the street to make ends meet. Prince & The New Power Generation bring this character to life through their unique mix of instruments and sound. The band features prominent musicians such as drummer Michael Bland, bassist Levi Seacer Jr., guitarist Tommy Barbarella, and keyboardist Sonny T. Together they create a groove that is sure to get you out of your seat.