Monday Night In New Orleans
Savoring New Orleans' Monday Night Traditions
Lyrics
Way down in New Orleans
Describes the location, New Orleans, setting the scene for the narrative.
The land of dreams
Refers to New Orleans as a place where dreams are cherished or pursued.
Big juicy pig tails
Depicts the presence of flavorful and sizable pig tails, hinting at a rich culinary culture.
In a pot of red beans
Suggests the preparation of a traditional dish, red beans with pig tails in a pot.
On Monday night in New Orleans
Specifically mentions Monday night, emphasizing a particular time for this experience.
So baby
Addresses someone affectionately as "baby."
Don't look so mean
Encourages the person not to look unhappy or displeased.
Fix me some beans
Asks the person to prepare the mentioned red beans.
Before you know it
Expresses anticipation for a quick preparation.
I done licked the plate clean
Describes enjoying the meal to the point of licking the plate clean.
On Monday night in New Orleans
Reiterates the setting of Monday night in New Orleans.
And you'll smell them cooking for miles
Highlights the aroma of the cooking, emphasizing its pervasive nature.
Out of all your friends houses
Suggests a communal experience with friends, each preparing a feast.
With a good ole' swing out feast
References a swing out feast, possibly a lively and enjoyable gathering.
In a pot filled with meat
Describes the pot as filled with meat, enhancing the savory appeal of the dish.
Come pat your feet
Invites rhythmic movement by suggesting foot patting in enjoyment.
Down on Treme street
Specifies the location as Treme street, known for its cultural significance in New Orleans.
Them cats will pull out their horns
Refers to musicians (cats) bringing out their instruments, creating a festive atmosphere.
Swing out a few songs
Suggests musical performances, particularly the swing genre, enhancing the festive mood.
Before you know it
Expresses the swift passage of time, leading to the quick consumption of the red beans.
All the red beans is gone
Describes the enjoyable outcome of the gathering, with all the red beans consumed.
On Monday night in New Orleans
Reiterates the specific setting of Monday night in New Orleans.
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