Lyrics
Good folk come together
People of virtue and decency come together.
They like the ones they know
They prefer the familiar, those they are acquainted with.
This jukebox comes alive
A jukebox becomes animated, playing lively tunes, including the old banjo.
Blasting out the old banjo
The jukebox emits the sound of the old banjo, creating a lively atmosphere.
He rolls in like a river
Someone arrives with a strong presence, likened to a river.
Those places off the grid
Arriving in unconventional or remote locations.
Where people do the dances
Engaging in traditional dances passed down from their parents.
That their parents did
Continuing cultural practices through dance.
Crying strings above
The emotional sound of crying strings captivates and moves the hearts of the listeners.
Our poor hearts take flight
Emotions soar as the music resonates deeply with the audience.
Sometimes when of the mind
At times, the performer may extend the performance throughout the night.
He'll go on through the night
The artist may continue the show, captivating the audience's minds.
It's a one man show alright
A solo performance that is finely tuned to provide excitement and enjoyment.
Honed to deliver thrills
The performance is skillfully crafted to generate excitement and pleasure.
Money for food and gas
Earnings are used for basic necessities like food and gas.
To make it over the next hill
The artist faces challenges, striving to overcome obstacles.
It's a one man show alright
A reiterated emphasis on the solo nature of the performance.
Honed to deliver thrills
The solo act is adept at providing excitement and satisfaction.
Money for food and gas
Financial gains are essential for survival and progress.
To make it over the next hill
Necessities like food and gas are crucial to surpass future challenges.
Crazy delta rhythms
The music incorporates distinctive rhythms, possibly influenced by the Mississippi Delta region.
Soar above the rest
These rhythms stand out above other musical styles.
English ballad scrolls
The performance includes elements reminiscent of English ballads.
And the sound of the weird west
The unique sound of the western genre is present in the performance.
He rolls in like a river
A repetition of the arrival imagery, reinforcing a powerful entrance.
Those places off the grid
Visiting unconventional or remote places once again.
Where people do the dances
Engaging in traditional dances that connect with their heritage.
That their parents did
Continuing the legacy of their parents through dance.
That their parents did
A repetition emphasizing the continuity of traditional dances.
Where people do the dances
Reiterating the importance of dances passed down from their parents.
That their parents did
Emphasizing the cultural significance of preserving ancestral dances.
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