Midnight Special
Embrace the Midnight Special: A Tale of Struggle and Liberation
Lyrics
Well, you wake up in the mornin', you hear the work bell ring,
Waking up to the sound of the work bell signaling the start of the day.
And they march you to the table to see the same old thing.
Moving to the table and facing the same disappointing situation, possibly indicating a monotonous or difficult routine.
Ain't no food upon the table, and no pork up in the pan.
Describing a lack of food on the table and a shortage of resources, reflecting a challenging and impoverished life.
But you better not complain, boy, you get in trouble with the man.
Warning against complaining about the circumstances, as it may lead to trouble with those in authority.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
Expressing a desire for the "Midnight Special" to bring light into the speaker's life, possibly symbolizing hope or relief from hardship.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a ever lovin' light on me.
-Yonder come miss Rosie, how in the world did you know?
Observing Miss Rosie's arrival, noticing details in her appearance that suggest she is on a mission.
By the way she wears her apron, and the clothes she wore.
Highlighting the significance of Miss Rosie's apron and clothes as indicators of her purpose.
Umbrella on her shoulder, piece of paper in her hand
Describing Miss Rosie's accessories, such as an umbrella and a piece of paper, possibly symbolizing her readiness and determination.
She come to see the gov'nor, she wants to free her man.
Miss Rosie's intention to see the governor, possibly seeking justice or mercy for her loved one who is imprisoned.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
Reiterating the desire for the "Midnight Special" to shine a light, emphasizing the longing for positive change or intervention.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a ever lovin' light on me.
-If you're ever in Houston, well, you better do the right
Advising caution in Houston, suggesting that certain actions or behaviors can have serious consequences.
You better not gamble, there, you better not fight, at all
Specifically warning against gambling and fighting, activities that may lead to legal trouble.
Or the sheriff will grab ya and the boys will bring you down.
Indicating that law enforcement will swiftly apprehend individuals engaging in prohibited activities.
The next thing you know, boy, Oh! You're prison bound.
Foretelling the potential outcome of imprisonment if one disregards the warning.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
Repeatedly expressing the hope for the "Midnight Special" to bring light, underscoring the desperation for a positive change in the speaker's life.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a ever lovin' light on me.
-Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
Continuing the plea for the "Midnight Special" to shine its light, reinforcing the yearning for a better and more illuminated future.
Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a light on me,
-Let the Midnight Special shine a everlovin' light on me.
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