I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues
Duke Ellington's Melancholic Ode: Embracing the Blues
Lyrics
Ain't got the change of a nickel
A lack of small denominations of money
Ain't got no bounce in my shoes
No energy or enthusiasm in my steps
Ain't go no fancy to tickle
No interest in anything elaborate or exciting
I ain't got nothing but the blues
I possess nothing except a feeling of melancholy
Ain't got no coffee that's perking
No freshly brewed coffee
Ain't got no winnings to lose
No winnings to risk or lose
Ain't got a dream that is working
No successful or fulfilling dream
I ain't got nothing but the blues
I have nothing else but a sense of sadness
When trumpets flare up
When trumpets play loudly or boastfully
I keep my hair up
I maintain my composure despite external excitement
I just can't make it come down
Despite efforts, I can't bring my spirits down
Believe me peppie
Believe me, friend
I can't get happy
I cannot find joy or contentment
Since my ever loving baby left town
Since my beloved has left the city
Ain't got no rest in my slumbers
No peace or tranquility in my sleep
Ain't got no feelings to bruise
No emotional sensitivity left to be hurt
Ain't got no telephone numbers
No contact numbers for communication
I ain't got nothing but the blues
I have nothing else but a feeling of the blues
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