Lyrics
You ought to see deacon Jones
Deacon Jones is lively and energetic, possibly dancing or moving in a spirited manner.
When he rattles his bones
Deacon Jones makes noise, possibly with a musical instrument or by dancing energetically.
Ol' Parson Brown dancin' round like a clown
Parson Brown is dancing in a playful and amusing way, resembling a clown.
Ol' Aunt Jemima who is past eighty three
Aunt Jemima, an elderly woman at the age of 83, is part of the lively scene.
Shoutin' "I'm full o' pep"
Aunt Jemima enthusiastically exclaims that she is full of energy and vitality.
Watch yo' step, watch yo' step
A warning to be careful and watch one's step in the midst of the energetic activities.
One legged Joe dancing round on his toe
One-legged Joe is dancing skillfully on his toe, showcasing impressive agility.
Throws away his crutch and hollers, "Hey, let 'er go"
One-legged Joe discards his crutch, expressing excitement and enthusiasm.
Oh, honey, hail, hail, the gang's all here
An expression of joy and celebration, acknowledging the presence of everyone.
For the Alabama jubilee
Refers to the gathering for the Alabama Jubilee, an event or celebration.
Mr. Francis Craig and his bones
Mention of Mr. Francis Craig and his bones, possibly a performer or entertainer.
See deacon Jones rattle his bones
Deacon Jones continues to make noise, contributing to the festive ambiance.
Ol' Parson Brown dance like a clown
Parson Brown's playful and clown-like dance is reiterated.
Ol' Aunt Jemima, past eighty three
Aunt Jemima, still part of the lively scene, emphasizes her advanced age.
Shoutin' "I'm full o' pep"
Aunt Jemima energetically declares her vitality once again.
Watch yo' step, watch yo' step
A repetition of the warning to watch one's step amidst the energetic activities.
One legged Joe, round on his toe
One-legged Joe's impressive dancing on his toe is reiterated.
Throws away his crutch and hollers, "Hey, let 'er go"
One-legged Joe's enthusiastic abandonment of his crutch is repeated.
Oh, honey, hail, hail, the gang's all here
A joyful acknowledgment of everyone's presence once again.
For the Alabama jubilee
Reiteration of the gathering for the Alabama Jubilee, emphasizing the celebration.
You ought to see deacon Jones
Deacon Jones is mentioned again, highlighting his lively and animated presence.
When he rattles his bones
A repetition of Deacon Jones making noise, possibly emphasizing the festive atmosphere.
Ol' Parson Brown dancin' round like a clown
Parson Brown's playful and clown-like dance is reiterated once more.
Ol' Aunt Jemima who is past eighty three
Aunt Jemima, still part of the lively scene, emphasizes her advanced age again.
Shoutin' "I'm full o' pep"
Aunt Jemima energetically declares her vitality once more.
Watch yo' step, watch yo' step
A repetition of the warning to watch one's step amidst the energetic activities.
One legged Joe dancing round on his toe
One-legged Joe's impressive dancing on his toe is reiterated once again.
Throws away his crutch and hollers, "Hey, let 'er go"
One-legged Joe's enthusiastic abandonment of his crutch is repeated.
Oh, honey, hail, hail, the gang's all here
A joyful acknowledgment of everyone's presence once more.
For the Alabama jubilee
Reiteration of the gathering for the Alabama Jubilee, emphasizing the festive celebration.
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