King of the Blues
Rise from Mississippi: Gary Moore's Blues Odyssey
Lyrics
He was born in Mississippi 1924.
Introduction to the birthplace and year (1924) of the central figure.
He was born in Mississippi 1924.
Reiteration of the birthplace and year, emphasizing its significance.
Left his home with no money.
Highlighting the protagonist leaving home without money.
He had to pay his dues,
Reference to the hardships and challenges faced by the protagonist.
but he knew the time was comin'
Expressing the anticipation of a future moment when success will come.
when he'd be king of the blues.
Emphasizing the aspiration to become the "king of the blues."
King of the blues!
Repetition and reinforcement of the desire to be the "king of the blues."
Lost his heart to a woman, Lucy was her name.
Introducing a romantic element with the character Lucy and the protagonist losing his heart to her.
Lost his heart to a woman, Lucy was her name. Yes, it was.
Confirmation of the woman's name being Lucy.
When he hears her sing so sweetly,
Appreciation for Lucy's singing and the emotional impact it has on the protagonist.
he knows he just can't lose.
Understanding that the protagonist feels he cannot lose with Lucy's presence.
When he holds her in his arms he knows that
Highlighting the sense of fulfillment and contentment when holding Lucy in his arms.
he's the king of the blues.
Reiteration of the protagonist's self-perceived status as the "king of the blues" when with Lucy.
He's a Hunter with a Crosscut Saw.
Reference to the protagonist as a skilled hunter with a crosscut saw.
Born Under A Bad Sign.
Mention of being born under a bad sign, possibly alluding to a life of challenges and difficulties.
Caught his baby messin' down the Laundromat.
Narrative of a romantic conflict involving the protagonist's partner and a laundromat.
He Almost Lost his Mind.
Expression of distress and emotional turmoil, possibly related to the romantic conflict.
Yeah!
Exclamation indicating intensity or emphasis.
He was born in Mississippi 1924.
Repetition of birth details, underlining their importance in the protagonist's identity.
He was born in Indianola, Mississippi 1924. Yes, he was!
Confirmation of birthplace and year, reinforcing the protagonist's roots.
He doesn't need no jester to keep him amused.
Assertion of independence and contentment without the need for entertainment.
He's got Lucy by his side,
Introduction of Lucy as a supportive figure bringing positive attention.
he's making headline news.
Recognition of the protagonist's achievements making headlines with Lucy by his side.
Doesn't need no palace,
Declaration of not needing material wealth or luxury, in contrast to others like Freddie in Dallas.
like Freddie down in Dallas.
Comparison to Freddie in Dallas, emphasizing a different lifestyle choice.
You can call him what you like,
Asserting that the protagonist can be called anything, but the speaker chooses to call him "king of the blues."
I call him king of the blues.
Reiteration of the protagonist's title as the "king of the blues."
That's right, mister Albert King of the blues.
Reference to Albert King, reinforcing the blues theme and possibly paying homage.
Yeah!
Exclamation expressing enthusiasm or agreement.
King of the blues.
Repetition of the proclamation of being the "king of the blues."
Let me hear ya!
Invitation for the audience to join in or respond.
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