Lyrics
People I've traveled from town to town
Expresses the speaker's experience of traveling and facing challenges in different towns.
Seems like everybody want to put me down
Suggests that the speaker feels a sense of universal criticism or negativity from others.
Because I'm a bluesman
Identifies the speaker as a bluesman, indicating a connection to blues music and culture.
But I'm a good man, understand
Asserts that despite being a bluesman, the speaker considers himself a good person.
I went down to the bus station
Describes the speaker's visit to a bus station, possibly emphasizing a transient or challenging lifestyle.
I looked upon the wall
Observes the environment at the bus station, setting the stage for financial difficulties.
My money was to light people
Highlights the speaker's financial struggles as his money is insufficient for travel.
Couldn't go no where at all
Expresses the limitation imposed by financial constraints, preventing the speaker from going anywhere.
See I'm a bluesman
Reiterates the speaker's identity as a bluesman, emphasizing the connection to blues music.
But a good man, understand
Reaffirms the speaker's belief in being a good person despite facing hardships.
The burden that I carry, oh it's so heavy
Describes the emotional weight or challenges the speaker faces in life.
It seems, seems like ain't nobody in this great big world
Conveys a sense of isolation, suggesting a lack of support or empathy in the world.
That would want to help old B.
Expresses a feeling of abandonment or a lack of assistance from others.
Hey, but I'll, I would be all right people
Despite challenges, the speaker remains optimistic and believes things will improve.
Just give me a break, good things come
Encourages patience, expressing a belief that good things will come to those who wait.
To those who wait, I've been around 81 years ya'll
Highlights the speaker's long life (81 years) and the wisdom gained through experience.
I'm a bluesman
Reiterates the speaker's identity as a bluesman and emphasizes goodness despite the blues.
But I'm a good man, understand
Confirms the speaker's self-perception as a good person despite the challenges faced.
burden that I carry, oh it's so heavy
Repeats the theme of a heavy burden, reinforcing the challenges the speaker carries.
It seems, seems like ain't nobody in this great big world
Restates the sense of isolation and lack of assistance from others in the world.
That would want to help old B.
Reemphasizes the need for help and support, suggesting a plea for understanding.
But I'll, I would be all right people
Despite challenges, the speaker maintains hope for a positive outcome.
Just give me a break, good things come
Encourages a break or opportunity, expressing faith in the principle that good things come to those who wait.
To those who wait, I've been waiting a long time
Underlines the speaker's enduring patience over a long period of time.
I'm a bluesman folks
Reiterates the speaker's identity as a bluesman, reinforcing the connection to blues music and culture.
But I'm a good man, understand
Affirms the speaker's belief in being a good person, seeking understanding despite the challenges faced.
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