Jamaica Farewell
Jamaica Farewell: A Melodic Journey of Love Left Behind
Lyrics
Down the way where the nights are gay
Describing a place where the nights are lively and joyful.
And the sun shines daily on the mountain top
Highlighting the consistent sunny weather at the mountain top.
I took a trip on a sailing ship
Recalling a journey taken on a sailing ship.
And when I reached Jamaica I made a stop
Reaching the destination of Jamaica.
But I'm sad to say, I'm on my way
Expressing sadness about leaving.
Won't be back for many a day
Anticipating a prolonged absence.
My heart is down, my head is turning around
Feeling emotionally low and physically disoriented.
I had to leave a little girl in Kingston town
Having to depart from a significant person in Kingston.
Sounds of laughter everywhere
Noting the sounds of happiness and joy around.
And the dancing girls swaying to and fro
Observing dancing girls enjoying themselves.
I must declare that my heart is there
Declaring emotional attachment to the place.
Though I've been from Maine to Mexico
Despite extensive travel, the heart remains in Jamaica.
But I'm sad to say, I'm on my way
Reiterating the sadness about leaving.
Won't be back for many a day
Expecting a prolonged absence once again.
My heart is down, my head is turning around
Experiencing emotional distress and disorientation.
I had to leave a little girl in Kingston town
Reiterating the departure from a significant person in Kingston.
Down at the market you can hear
Describing the market atmosphere.
Ladies cry out while on their head they bear
Portraying the cries of vendors carrying goods on their heads.
Ackie rice and salt fish is nice
Noting the appeal of local food items.
And the rum is good any time of year
Emphasizing the quality of rum available throughout the year.
But I'm sad to say, I'm on my way
Expressing sadness again about leaving.
Won't be back for many a day
Reiterating an extended absence.
My heart is down, my head is turning around
Reiterating emotional distress and disorientation.
I had to leave a little girl in Kingston town
Highlighting the departure from a significant person in Kingston once more.
But I'm sad to say, I'm on my way
Repeating the sadness of leaving.
Won't be back for many a day
Anticipating a long time away.
My heart is down, my head is turning around
Expressing emotional distress and disorientation yet again.
I had to leave a little girl in Kingston town
Reiterating the departure from a significant person in Kingston for the final time.
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