So Long New Orleans
Sweet and Tragic Tales: So Long New Orleans Unveiled
Lyrics
New Orleans is crazy
New Orleans is known for its eccentric and unpredictable nature.
There’s nothing she won’t do
There's nothing New Orleans won't do, suggesting a bold and unrestrained character.
And if you hang around with her
If you spend time in New Orleans, its influence will lead you to engage in unconventional behavior.
She’ll make you do it too
New Orleans has a persuasive impact, making people adopt its unconventional ways.
From the mouth of the Mississippi
Refers to the geographical extent of New Orleans, from the mouth of the Mississippi River to Pontchartrain.
To the banks of Pontchartrain
Highlights specific locations in or around New Orleans.
Black and greazy be thy heart
Describes New Orleans as dark and mysterious.
Hallowed be thy name
Expresses reverence for New Orleans with a religious undertone.
Hallowed be thy name
-Ain’t she just
Presents a rhetorical question emphasizing the attractiveness of New Orleans.
the sweetest thing you’ve seen?
Describes New Orleans as exceptionally sweet and appealing.
So long New Orleans
Suggests a farewell or goodbye to New Orleans.
So long New Orleans
-There ain’t nowhere better
Portrays New Orleans as a place with both positive and negative aspects.
There ain’t nowhere worse
Emphasizes the duality of New Orleans' nature, both a blessing and a curse.
Just when you think she’s blessing you
Despite apparent blessings, there's always a possibility of encountering difficulties in New Orleans.
You’re bound to get her curse
Expecting a blessing might result in experiencing a curse in New Orleans.
She’ll feed you at her table
New Orleans is welcoming and provides sustenance.
She’ll show you to her room
Invites you into its personal space, sharing more intimate aspects.
But are you rockin in her cradle
Presents a metaphorical choice between being nurtured and deteriorating.
Or rottin in her tomb?
Raises questions about the consequences of one's choices in New Orleans.
Rottin in her tomb
-But ain’t she just
Reiterates the enchanting and irresistible nature of New Orleans.
the sweetest thing you’ve seen?
Reaffirms the idea of New Orleans being remarkably sweet and attractive.
So long New Orleans
Repeats the farewell sentiment to New Orleans.
So long New Orleans
-New Orleans is tragic
Highlights the tragic aspects of New Orleans, suggesting a sorrowful side.
There’s nothing she won’t lose
New Orleans is prone to losing things, emphasizing its vulnerability.
if she ain’t taking water
Even when not facing a crisis, New Orleans evokes a melancholic mood.
She’s giving us the blues
New Orleans alternates between challenging situations and a sense of sadness.
From the mouth of the Mississippi
Repeats the geographical extent, emphasizing the broad influence of New Orleans.
To the banks of pontchatrain
Reiterates specific locations, reinforcing the focus on New Orleans.
Black & greazy be thy heart
Restates the dark and mysterious nature of New Orleans.
Hallowed be thy name
Repeats the religious reverence for New Orleans.
Hallowed be thy name
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