I'll Play the Blues for You
Soothing Blues for Lonely Hearts: Kenny Neal's Musical Embrace
Lyrics
Now when you're down and out
Expressing empathy for someone going through a tough time.
And you feel real hurt
Acknowledging the emotional pain the person is experiencing.
Come on over32922, 10:08 AM Lyrics for Straight From the Heart album
Reference to the artist's workplace and an invitation to visit.
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To the place I work
Inviting the listener to come to the artist's workplace.
And all your loneliness
Promising to alleviate the listener's sense of isolation.
I'll start to sooth
Expressing the intention to comfort through music.
I'll play the Blues for you
Committing to play the Blues as a form of solace.
Come on in, don't be afraid
Encouraging the listener to enter without fear.
You might run across
Suggesting the possibility of encountering familiar faces.
One of your old Ɵme friends
Implying a chance to reconnect with old friends.
And all your loneliness
Reiterating the commitment to ease the listener's loneliness.
I'll start to sooth
Reaffirming the intention to provide comfort through music.
I'll play the Blues for you
Repeating the commitment to play the Blues for the listener.
(solos)
Instrumental solos, no specific lyrical meaning.
I ain't got no big name
Stating the artist's lack of widespread fame.
Oh I ain't no big star
Emphasizing the artist's humility and simplicity.
I'll play the Blues for you
Reiterating the commitment to play the Blues on the guitar.
On my guitar
Affirming the artist's dedication to providing comfort through music.
And all your loneliness
Restating the promise to alleviate loneliness through music.
I'll start to sooth
Reaffirming the commitment to play the Blues as a soothing gesture.
I'll play the Blues for you
Reiterating the promise to play the Blues for the listener.
Sit yourself down
Inviting the listener to take a seat and enjoy the music.
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