Lyrics
Ain't got the change of a nickel
Affirms the lack of money, even a small amount.
Ain't got no bounce in my shoes
Expresses a lack of energy or enthusiasm.
Ain't go no fancy to tickle
No interest in extravagance or luxury.
I ain't got nothing but the blues
Emphasizes an overall feeling of having nothing but sadness.
Ain't got no coffee that's perking
No hot, stimulating coffee available.
Ain't got no winnings to lose
No winnings in gambling, nothing to risk or lose.
Ain't got a dream that is working
No working dreams or aspirations.
I ain't got nothing but the blues
Reiterates the theme of having nothing but the blues.
When trumpets flare up
Reference to a musical moment with trumpets playing.
I keep my hair up
Symbolizes maintaining composure despite challenges.
I just can't make it come down
Difficulty in overcoming emotional struggles.
Believe me peppie
Addressing someone affectionately, possibly a nickname.
I can't get happy
Struggling to find joy or contentment.
Since my ever loving baby left town
The narrator's sadness since their loved one departed.
Ain't got no rest in my slumbers
No peaceful rest or solace during sleep.
Ain't got no feelings to bruise
Emotionally numb, incapable of being hurt further.
Ain't got no telephone numbers
No connections or relationships to maintain.
I ain't got nothing but the blues
Reiterates the central theme of having nothing but the blues.
Ain't got the change of a nickel
Repeats the lack of money, emphasizing financial struggle.
Ain't got no bounce in my shoes
Repeats the lack of energy or motivation.
Ain't go no fancy to tickle
Reiterates the absence of interest in luxury or pleasure.
I ain't got nothing but the blues
Reiterates the central theme of having nothing but the blues.
Ain't got no coffee that's perking
Highlights the absence of a warm and stimulating beverage.
Ain't got no winnings to lose
No gains or victories to experience loss in.
Ain't got a dream that is working
No dreams or aspirations coming to fruition.
I ain't got nothing but the blues
Reiterates the theme of having nothing but the blues.
I ain't got nothing but the blues
Final confirmation of the prevailing feeling of sadness.
When trumpets flare up
Repeats the reference to trumpets, signaling emotional turmoil.
I keep my hair up
Maintaining outward appearance despite internal struggles.
I just can't make it come down
Struggling to overcome emotional challenges.
Believe me peppie
Using a term of endearment, possibly to convey a personal connection.
I can't get happy
Expresses difficulty finding joy or satisfaction.
Since my ever loving baby left town
Reiterates the impact of the departed loved one on happiness.
Ain't got no rest in my slumbers
No peaceful rest during sleep.
Ain't got no feelings to bruise
Emotionally numb, lacking the capacity to feel further pain.
Ain't got no telephone numbers
No connections or relationships, symbolizing isolation.
I ain't got nothing, nothing, nothing but the blues
Emphasizes having absolutely nothing but the blues.
Ain't got no east, no west, no good, no best
No direction or choices, emphasizing a feeling of emptiness.
Ain't got no man to choose
No significant other to select, expressing loneliness.
I ain't got nothing
Reiterates the overall sentiment of having nothing.
Ain't got nothing but the blues
Concludes with a strong affirmation of having nothing but the blues.
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