Lyrics
Skies ain't gonna cloud no more
Skies are clear and troubles are fading away.
The crops ain't gonna fail
Agricultural prosperity, suggesting a positive change in circumstances.
Caught a blue bird by the toe
Successfully captured a symbol of happiness (bluebird).
A rainbow by the tail
Successfully achieved something wonderful (captured a rainbow).
A certain man with eyes that shine
Describing a man with captivating and radiant eyes.
Voodooed up this heart of mine
Implies that the man has enchanted or charmed the speaker's heart.
It seems like
Happiness is just a thing called Joe
Stating that happiness is synonymous with a person named Joe.
He's got a smile that makes the lilacs want to grow
Joe's smile has a positive effect on nature, making flowers bloom.
He's got a way that makes the angels heave a sigh
Joe's mannerisms are so endearing that even angels are moved.
When they see Little Joe passing by
Angels react with admiration when they see Joe passing by.
Sometimes the cabin's gloomy and the table's bare
Describing difficult times in a cabin with scarce resources.
But when he kisses me it's Christmas everywhere
Despite challenges, Joe's kiss transforms the moment into joy.
Troubles fly away and life is easy
Proclaims that problems disappear when Joe is present, and life becomes simple.
Does he love me good?
Asking a crucial question about the depth of Joe's love.
That's all I need to know
The speaker's primary concern is whether Joe loves her well.
Seems like happiness is just a thing called Joe
Reiterating that Joe is the embodiment of happiness.
Little Joe
Emphasizing the significance of Joe by addressing him directly.
Little Joe
Little Joe
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