Moon Going Down
Charley Patton Lyrics

Charley Patton's song "Moon Going Down" is a classic blues tune that tells the story of a man who is heartbroken and trying to find his way back to his lover. The lyrics open with the man asking his lover where she was when the Clarksdale mill burned down. He is clearly upset about the situation and feels like his lover should have been there to support him during this difficult time.

The man then begins to describe his own emotional state, saying that he was "way down Sunflower, with [his] face all fulla frowns." He is clearly feeling down and out at this point, and things only seem to get worse when he hears the Helena whistle blow. This is particularly interesting because it adds a sense of urgency to the song, suggesting that the man is in a hurry to get back to his lover.

The final lines of the song are particularly powerful, as the man proclaims that he is "not gonna stop walkin' till [he] get[s] in [his] rider's door." This line speaks to the determination and perseverance of the human spirit, and provides a powerful message about the importance of never giving up on love.