Phyllis Ruth
Journey of Phyllis Ruth: A Melodic Tale of Love and Longing
Lyrics
the chill of coffeeville
The cold atmosphere of Coffeeville.
she's in those hills still
Phyllis Ruth is still present in the hills of Coffeeville.
kindness of her face so white
Describing the kindness reflected in Phyllis Ruth's white face.
the chill of coffeeville
Reiteration of the cold feeling in Coffeeville.
lord pray it be your will
Praying for the Lord's will regarding Phyllis Ruth.
that she dwell in your house tonight
Hoping that she finds shelter in the Lord's house tonight.
as one with spirit yes
Describing Phyllis Ruth as a person connected with the spirit.
she goes where it goes
She follows the spirit wherever it leads.
what my little girl sees from the sill
Phyllis Ruth sees things from the windowsill.
nobody knows
Nobody knows what she sees.
as one with spirit yeh
Reiteration of Phyllis Ruth's spiritual connection.
she goes where it leads
She follows the spirit's guidance.
o boy - that's where my little girl feeds
Expressing concern about where his little girl finds nourishment.
should i do - do like you
Considering whether to emulate someone's actions.
look long with swing eyes
Observing intensely with swinging eyes.
an' never talk about it
Suggesting keeping silent about certain observations.
phyllis ruth
Referring to Phyllis Ruth.
yeah i should - do as you would
Contemplating following someone else's example.
walk right up to that box of wood
Approaching a challenging situation bravely.
step up girl
Encouraging someone to step up and face challenges.
how far is heaven
Pondering the distance to heaven.
i'll go tonight - be a man about it
Expressing a willingness to go to heaven tonight and face it bravely.
boy an' hold you tight
Desiring to hold someone tight.
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