Peggy Sang the Blues
Frank Turner Lyrics
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In the middle of the night
On a Friday night last week
She whispered: "Hush and don't be scared"
Got me a few words of wisdom
That I came back to share
And she said
It doesn't matter where you come from
It matters where you go
No one gets remembered
For the things they didn't do
I said, "Peggy won't you stay here for awhile?"
We can drink whiskey
We can play cards
And we can get wild
She said: "We can play poker and we'll play for keeps"
"I only play angels lately and they never let me cheat"
It doesn't matter where you come from
It matters where you go
No one gets remembered
In this listless life
For the things they didn't do
And you can say I had a good start
And you could say I had class
And you could say I was born beneath the ceiling made of glass
But I always kept an open house
And yeah I always did right by my friends
And when it comes to Saint Peter's gate
I told the people remember one who needs to make amends
'Cause better times are coming
Better times ahead
And no one gets remembered
My deathless child
Don't waste too long in bed
And Peggy said:
It doesn't matter where you come from
It matters where you go
And no one gets remembered
In this listless, loveless life
For the things they didn't do
Now, now, now, now, now
Well Peggy sang the blues
I've been drifting off
Well Peggy sang the blues
And I've drifted off
Well Peggy sang the blues
And I've drifted off
Well Peggy sang the blues
Peggy sang the blues
The song "Peggy Sang the Blues" by Frank Turner tells a story about a woman named Peggy who visits the singer in his sleep and imparts wisdom. Peggy tells him that it's not important where he comes from, but where he's going, and that nobody gets remembered for the things they didn't do. The singer offers her whiskey and cards, but Peggy mentions that she only plays with angels, and they never let her cheat. The song ends with Peggy singing the blues, and the singer drifting off.
The song appears to be a message about what really matters in life. It doesn't matter where we come from, but where we're headed. It's important to make the most of our time on earth and to do the things that matter to us. We are all capable of making a difference in the world or in the lives of others, and it's up to each individual to take advantage of that opportunity.
The lyrics are also enigmatic and give different interpretations to different people. It can be interpreted in countless ways, depending on the individual's perspective. The song's melody, harmonies, and pacing help to convey the emotional power of the message, and the authenticity of Frank Turner's voice and playing.
Line by Line Meaning
Peggy came to me in my sleep
The singer had a dream about Peggy
In the middle of the night
The dream happened at night
On a Friday night last week
The dream happened recently
She whispered: "Hush and don't be scared"
Peggy spoke gently to the artist in the dream
Got me a few words of wisdom
Peggy shared some advice
That I came back to share
The singer remembered the advice and wanted to pass it on
It doesn't matter where you come from
Your background isn't important
It matters where you go
What you do with your life is important
No one gets remembered
People only remember what you did, not what you didn't do
For the things they didn't do
Your legacy is built on your actions
I said, "Peggy won't you stay here for awhile?"
The singer wanted to spend more time with Peggy in the dream
We can drink whiskey
The artist wanted to have fun with Peggy
We can play cards
The singer wanted to play games with Peggy
And we can get wild
The singer wanted to let loose with Peggy
She said: "We can play poker and we'll play for keeps"
Peggy was up for a serious game of poker
"I only play angels lately and they never let me cheat"
Peggy has been playing with honest people who won't let her cheat
No one gets remembered
This line is repeated to reinforce its importance
In this listless life
People often feel aimless and lost
And you can say I had a good start
The singer might have had advantages in life
And you could say I had class
The artist might have had education or refinement
And you could say I was born beneath the ceiling made of glass
The artist might have been born into wealth or privilege
But I always kept an open house
The artist was welcoming and generous to others
And yeah I always did right by my friends
The singer valued loyalty and treated friends well
And when it comes to Saint Peter's gate
The artist is referring to judgment after death
I told the people remember one who needs to make amends
The singer wants to be remembered for making things right
'Cause better times are coming
The singer is optimistic about the future
Better times ahead
The future will be brighter
My deathless child
The artist is talking to someone who will outlive them
Don't waste too long in bed
Get up and enjoy life
Now, now, now, now, now
This line is repeated for emphasis
Well Peggy sang the blues
This line is repeated to close the song
I've been drifting off
The artist is losing focus or falling asleep
And Peggy sang the blues
Peggy is still present or remembered
And I've drifted off
The artist is losing consciousness or attention
Well Peggy sang the blues
This line is repeated for emphasis
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRANCIS EDWARD TURNER
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@LastRoseOfWinter
This song has been a part of my life nigh on 10 years now. And just like I did when I was 15 all those years ago, to this day, the line "Better times are coming, better times ahead" still gets me to tear up like it did then. This song gave me hope as a kid, and Frank Turner was a huge inspiration and an amazing person every time I got to share a word with him at his concerts in the states. And I have a feeling this song will still be in my life for many more years to come.
@miltonpoet
No matter where you come from
No matter where you go
No one get remember .
I love this lines❤
@alexrooin4172
"This song is about staying up late, it's about a game of cards, but most of all, it's about drinking whiskey with my grandma!"
I heard Frank say this while I was watching a music festival on TV and fell in love instantly
@akennxdy8908
Kelsey this is my dads playlist oop
@fionasawers19
Ahh this songs about his grandma; that just outlines how down-to-earth and fantastic he is.
@SarahCritcher
The man is a legend and hails from the same area as me so a bit of a local hero. Everything he does is just brilliant and this is a modern classic!
@plokloon83
So far my album of the year..Not a weak song on it..Great writing, playing and I love the wide array of instrumentation.....12 stars..
@MrsKiedisHayward
One of the best artists you'll ever see.
@Nielz073
I absolutely adore this song. Doesn't ever get old.
@emily9648
It doesn't matter where you come from. It matters where you go.
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