Cannon Ball Blues
Journey of Heartbreak: The Cannon Ball Blues Tale
Lyrics
Oh, listen to the train coming down the line
Observation of a train approaching.
Trying to make up all their lost time
The train is attempting to regain lost time or make up for delays.
From Buffalo to Washington
Referencing the train's route from Buffalo to Washington.
You can wash my jumper starch my overalls
Expression of a request for assistance with chores.
Catch a train they call the Cannonball
Reference to catching a specific train called the "Cannonball."
From Buffalo to Washington
Reiteration of the train route from Buffalo to Washington.
My baby's left me, she even took my shoes
Informing about a personal loss - partner leaving and taking possessions.
Enough to give a man these doggone worried blues
Expressing deep concern or sadness due to the loss.
She's gone, she's solid gone
Confirmation of the partner's departure.
Yonder comes the train, coming down the track
Spotting the train approaching again.
Carry me away but it ain't gonna carry me back
Realization that the train will take away but won't bring back what's lost.
My honey babe, my blue eyed babe
Endearment for the departed partner.
I'm going up north, I'm going up north this fall
Announcing plans to move to the northern region.
If luck don't change, I won't be back at all
Expressing uncertainty about returning if luck doesn't change.
My honey babe, I'm leaving you
Informing the partner about leaving.
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