Rambling On My Mind
Robert Johnson Lyrics

"Rambling On My Mind" is a blues song written and recorded by Robert Johnson in 1936. The song is about a man who is uncertain about his future with his lover as she treats him unkindly. The song is marked by a guitar riff played in the key of A and the singer's melancholic voice, which gives an impression of desperation, loneliness, and nervousness. The lyrics of the song convey Johnson's decision to move on from his lover, even though he hates to leave her without any assurance of a better future.

The song is Johnson's way of expressing his personal pain and struggles, both in his relationships and in his broader life. Johnson is using his music as a way to cope with his emotional distress, expressing his sadness and frustration through his lyrics. He is walking in a world of uncertainty, and although going on his travels may be the most painful thing he has ever done, he knows that he must go. The singer recognizes the weight of the pain his lover's actions have caused, but the feeling of despair as he prepares to part ways with her is still strong.

"Rambling On My Mind" is an enduring classic and is widely recognized as a masterpiece of the blues genre. It has been covered by many prominent artists like Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac, and John Mayall, who have contributed to popularizing the song. Johnson's song has left a considerable impact on the blues scene, and his guitar and singing style have been often imitated but never replicated.