Georgia on My Mind
Serenading Soul: Billie Holiday's Ode to Longing in Georgia
Lyrics
Georgia, Georgia
Reflecting on Georgia, the state, possibly representing a connection or longing.
The whole day through
Throughout the entire day.
Just an old sweet song keeps
Emphasizing the enduring nature of a beloved song associated with Georgia.
Georgia on my mind
Expressing that thoughts of Georgia persistently occupy the singer's mind.
Georgia, Georgia
Repetition of the name "Georgia" for emphasis and emotional resonance.
A song of you
The song itself is described as a tribute to Georgia.
Comes as sweet and clear as
Describing the melody as sweet and clear, creating a vivid image.
Moonlight through the pines
Comparing the sweetness of the song to moonlight filtering through pine trees.
Other arms reach out to me
Acknowledging the presence of others who may offer comfort or affection.
Other eyes smile tenderly
Recognizing the kindness in the eyes of others.
Still in peaceful dreams I see
Despite external interactions, the singer's dreams are filled with peace and a return to Georgia.
The roads leads back to you
Connecting dreams to a symbolic road leading back to Georgia, suggesting a deep emotional tie.
Georgia, Georgia
Reiteration of the singer's focus on Georgia.
No peace I find
Expressing a lack of peace in the singer's current state.
Just an old sweet song keeps
Repeating the idea that the enduring song maintains a connection to Georgia.
Georgia on my mind
Reaffirming the persistent presence of Georgia in the singer's thoughts.
Other arms reach out to me
Reiteration of the presence of others, possibly highlighting internal conflict.
Other eyes smile tenderly
Highlighting the tenderness in the smiles of others, contrasting with the singer's dreams.
Still in peaceful dreams I see
Repeating the idea of peaceful dreams that lead back to Georgia.
The roads leads back to you
Reiterating the symbolic connection between dreams and a return to Georgia.
Georgia, Georgia
Repeating the lack of peace in the singer's current state.
No peace I find
Emphasizing the ongoing struggle or emotional turmoil.
Just an old sweet song
Stating that the enduring song is the link to Georgia, implying a comforting aspect.
keeps Georgia on my mind
Affirming the persistent influence of the song in keeping thoughts on Georgia.
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