Down on the Bayou
Journey to the Crescent Town: Embracing Freedom on the Bayou
Lyrics
When I hit the ground in the crescent town
Arriving in New Orleans, I park my car and open the windows.
I rent my car roll the windows down
The scent of the wetlands feels familiar and comforting.
The smell from the wetlands is home to me
Returning after a long absence.
I am finally back since I don’t know when
Rediscovering something or somewhere important.
It’s like finding your way to a long lost friend
Reconnecting with a long-lost friend or feeling a sense of reunion.
Down on the bayou is where I wanna be
Expressing a strong desire to be in the bayou area.
Down on the bayou
Yearning for the bayou.
Way down on the bayou
A repetition emphasizing the desire to be in the bayou.
Right there on the bayou is where I wanna be
Expressing a strong wish to be specifically in the bayou area.
Down on the bayou
A repetition emphasizing the desire to be in the bayou.
Way down on the bayou
Reiterating the longing to be in the bayou, specifically in New Orleans.
Right there on the bayou in New Orleans
Having saved money and made preparations to be in New Orleans.
I have saved every dime I’ve been working for
Changed personal details to align with New Orleans' area code.
Even changed my number to 504
Feeling liberated and fulfilled.
I got what I came for - Honey, I feel free
Describing the musical essence of the place.
Where the violin sing, the accordion is king
Highlighting the cooking of gumbo, a traditional dish.
The gumbo is cooking - it's coming right it in
Expressing a strong desire to be in the bayou.
Down on the bayou is where I wanna be
Yearning for the bayou.
Down on the bayou
A repetition emphasizing the desire to be in the bayou.
Way down on the bayou
Reiterating the longing to be in the bayou, specifically in New Orleans.
Right there on the bayou is where I wanna be
Sensing a prolonged stay in New Orleans.
Down on the bayou
Departing from the place of origin.
Way down on the bayou
Expressing uncertainty but enjoying the momentary experience.
Right there on the bayou in New Orleans
Desiring relaxation with Caribbean rum in the bayou.
I feel this time is gonna be a long time
Yearning for the bayou.
I've said goodbye to the place I’m from
Deep desire to be in the bayou.
I’m not sure if it’s right but in the meantime
Specifically wishing to be in New Orleans.
I’m gonna kick my feet up and take a zip of that Caribbean rum
Describing the atmosphere in New Orleans and the swamps.
Down on the bayou
Expressing excitement and anticipation.
Way down on the bayou
Reiterating the longing to be in the bayou.
Right there on the bayou is where I wanna be
Expressing a strong desire to be in the bayou.
Down on the bayou
A repetition emphasizing the desire to be in the bayou.
Way, way, way, way, way, way down y'all
Strong emphasis on the location, way down in the bayou.
Right there on the bayou
Specifically mentioning being in New Orleans.
Down in New Orleans - Down in the swamps
Expressing the joy and excitement of being in New Orleans and the swamps.
Here we go!
An interjection indicating readiness or excitement.
Aah - aah - aah - aah
An expressive sound reflecting enthusiasm or enjoyment.
Aah - aah - aah - aah
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