Lyric discussion by Bertsell 

Cover art for Do Be Down lyrics by Curtis Mayfield

I live not too far from where Mr. Mayfield had his accident; while giving a free concert in the park. I first heard him sing with the Impressions in the early sixties, and when Jerry Butler left, Mr. Mayfield's career with the Impressions blossomed. He was such a spiritual man with a special love for his people. I missed this song when it came out; I must have been out of the country. I love the Ebonics; it reminds me of Oakland, CA(Oak Town.) I will order a Vinyl copy of the album "Take to the Streets" later today.