Rambler
B.B. King Lyrics


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My name's Alberto Cottica
I've traveled wide and I've traveled far
For years in pubs and clubs and bars
I've played The Wild Rover
But I'll say""Ciao"" to the girls I've kissed
""Goodbye"" to the pubs where I've got pissed
I can't say you won't be missed
But our time together is over

Fare thee well to London town
The time has come to settle down
Goodbye to all the friends I've known
The Modena Rambler's going home

When I was young and in my prime
Restless, I made up my mind
To leave Modena City behind
Around the world to roam
Over moors and hills I've rambled
And through red light districts ambled
Out of police cells I've scrambled
Now I'm going home

Fare thee well to London town
The time has come to settle down
Goodbye to all the friends I've known
The Modena Rambler's going home

Went into an alehouse I used to frequent
Told the landlady my money was spent
With my credit card she was content
So I bought a round
Now this prodicle bambino
'Swapping warm flat beer for vino
Instant coffee for Cappuccino
I'm Modena bound

Fare thee well to London town
The time has come to settle down




Goodbye to all the friends I've known
The Modena Rambler's going home

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Rambler" by B.B. King tell the story of a man named Alberto Cottica who has spent a significant amount of time traveling and performing in various pubs, clubs, and bars. He sings about his experiences and the people he has met along the way, bidding them farewell as he decides to settle down and return to his hometown of Modena.


The first verse reflects Alberto's sentiment of leaving the past behind and moving on from his wild and adventurous lifestyle. He acknowledges that while he may miss the people and places he has encountered during his travels, it is time to say goodbye and begin a new chapter in his life. This verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing the theme of change and transition.


The second verse further explores Alberto's journey and his decision to leave Modena City in search of something different. He speaks of his restless youth and how he made the conscious decision to explore the world beyond his hometown. He describes his experiences of wandering through moors and hills and even finding himself in red light districts and police cells. However, now that he has satisfied his wanderlust, he realizes that it is time to return home and settle down.


In the final verse, Alberto shares an anecdote about visiting an alehouse he used to frequent. He tells the landlady that he has no money left, but she allows him to use his credit card to buy a round of drinks. This small anecdote symbolizes Alberto's transition back to his roots, as he humorously contrasts his past life of warm flat beer with his newfound appreciation for vino and Cappuccino. The verse ends with him declaring his final destination of Modena, affirming his decision to return home once and for all.


Overall, "Rambler" is a reflective and nostalgic song that captures the sentiments of a traveler who has experienced both the highs and lows of an adventurous lifestyle. Through its storytelling lyrics, the song celebrates the desire for change and the importance of finding a sense of belonging.


Line by Line Meaning

My name's Alberto Cottica
I am introducing myself as Alberto Cottica


I've traveled wide and I've traveled far
I have traveled extensively and to distant places


For years in pubs and clubs and bars
I have spent many years performing in pubs, clubs, and bars


I've played The Wild Rover
I have performed the song 'The Wild Rover'


But I'll say 'Ciao' to the girls I've kissed
I will bid farewell to the girls I have kissed


'Goodbye' to the pubs where I've got pissed
I will say goodbye to the pubs where I have gotten drunk


I can't say you won't be missed
I cannot deny that you will be missed


But our time together is over
However, our time together has come to an end


Fare thee well to London town
I bid farewell to the city of London


The time has come to settle down
The moment has arrived for me to establish a more permanent home


Goodbye to all the friends I've known
I say goodbye to all the friends I have made


The Modena Rambler's going home
The wandering Modena traveler is returning home


When I was young and in my prime
During my youth and when I was at my best


Restless, I made up my mind
With a sense of restlessness, I made a firm decision


To leave Modena City behind
To leave the city of Modena behind


Around the world to roam
To travel around the world freely


Over moors and hills I've rambled
I have wandered and explored across moors and hills


And through red light districts ambled
And casually strolled through areas known for prostitution


Out of police cells I've scrambled
I have quickly escaped from jail cells


Now I'm going home
Now I am returning to my place of origin


Went into an alehouse I used to frequent
I entered a pub that I used to visit regularly


Told the landlady my money was spent
I informed the landlady that I had no more money


With my credit card she was content
She was satisfied with me using my credit card for payment


So I bought a round
Therefore, I purchased a round of drinks


Now this prodigal bambino
Now this wayward young person


'Swapping warm flat beer for vino
Exchanging warm, flavorless beer for wine


Instant coffee for Cappuccino
Replacing instant coffee with Cappuccino


I'm Modena bound
I am bound for the city of Modena




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on Always On My Mind

Here's BB King's Version - Lyrics

Maybe I didn't love you
Quite as often as I should have
Maybe I didn't treat you
Quite as good as I could have

If I made you feel second best
Girl I'm sorry I was blind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind

Maybe I didn't hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
I guess I never told you
That I am so happy that you're mine
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
You were always on my mind
ou were always on my mind

If I made you feel second best
Girl I'm sorry I was blind

Tell me, tell me that your sweet love hasn't died
Give me, give me one more chance
To satisfied
I'll keep you satisfied

Musical Interlude

Tell me, tell me that your sweet love hasn't died
Give me, give me one more chance
To satisfied
I'll keep you satisfied

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