BLUES FOR THE CITY
Soulful Serenade: Kevin Gullage's Blues Tale Across the City
Lyrics
Blues For The City
Introduction to the song, indicating it's about the blues in the city.
I was born across the Mississippi
Describing the artist's place of birth, across the Mississippi.
surrounded by streets the wasn't pretty
Highlighting the not-so-pleasant nature of the streets surrounding the birthplace.
following my father's direction
Reflecting on following the guidance of the artist's father.
learning songs from his blues collection
Learning blues songs from the father's collection, suggesting a familial influence on musical taste.
to play just enough,
Expressing the artist's ability to play the blues to a sufficient extent.
just enough blues for the city.
Emphasizing playing just enough blues tailored for the city atmosphere.
When it comes to fans,
Commenting on the limited number of fans the artist currently has.
right now i don't have many
Acknowledging the financial struggle with few earnings from shows.
played some shows and I barely made a penny.
Describing the artist's dedication to lengthy performances.
On the stage sometimes for several hours,
Expressing the meager income despite extended stage time.
ct the end of the night only making twenty dollars
Playing just enough blues for the city, reiterating the tailored nature of the music.
playing just enough,
Empty line, no specific meaning.
just enough blues for the city.
Reiterating the theme of playing blues suited for the city.
When I'm old, I hope the shows are many
Expressing a hope for more shows and increased income in old age.
and the money, lord i hope its plenty
Expressing a desire for financial prosperity in the future.
If i'm blind and I need someone to guide me,
Considering potential challenges in old age, like blindness.
lead me to the stage because the blues is still inside
Expressing a determination to continue playing blues despite challenges.
There is never enough,
Stating that there is never enough blues for the city, emphasizing an enduring connection to the music.
never enough blues for the city.
Empty line, no specific meaning.
Playing blues for the city.
Concluding with the affirmation of playing blues for the city.
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