Walkin'
B.B. King Lyrics


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Well, things have been goin' wrong
Long enough to know that everything is just right
I've been walkin' in the dark
Long enough to know when I've finally seen the light

I've been losin' long enough
To know when I've finally have won
And even a blind man can tell
When he's walkin' in the sun

Well, I've cried enough tears
To recognize this feeling called a smile
I've been bottom rung long enough
To know when I'm doin' it in style

I've been runnin' so long enough
To know when there's no more need to run
And even a blind man can tell
When he's walkin' in the sun

Oh, the wind is at my back
And I'm sailin' on a ship that's overdue
I've blown so many chances
That I ain't gonna blow this one with you

And I've seen enough bad times
To know when the good times have begun
And even a blind man can tell
When he's walkin' in the sun

And even a blind man can tell
When he's walkin' in the sun
And even a blind man can tell
When he's walkin' in the sun





And even a blind man can tell
When he's walkin' in the sun

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to B.B. King's song "Walkin' In The Sun" speak to a sense of perseverance and optimism in the face of adversity. The song's protagonist has experienced a lot of difficulty in life, and yet, they have reached a point where they can recognize when things are going well. The imagery in the lyrics is powerful; the comparison of seeing a smile after crying enough tears, or the feeling of being on a ship that's overdue and finally sailing with the wind at your back. The line "even a blind man can tell when he's walking in the sun" emphasizes that the signs of positivity are so strong that they can be recognized by anyone, regardless of their circumstances.


Throughout the song, there is a theme of knowing when enough is enough. The singer has been walking in the dark and losing for so long, that they can finally recognize when they've won. They've been running for so long that they know when it's time to stop. This sense of clarity and self-awareness is empowering, and suggests that even after going through difficult times, it is possible to come out on the other side with a renewed sense of purpose.


Overall, the lyrics to "Walkin' In The Sun" tell a story of resilience and hope. The singer has experienced hardship but has come out on the other side, and can recognize when things are going well. The song encourages listeners to persevere through tough times and to embrace the good times when they come.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, things have been goin' wrong
I have experienced difficulties in life


Long enough to know that everything is just right
Those difficulties taught me to acknowledge the good in situations


I've been walkin' in the dark
I have faced many hardships


Long enough to know when I've finally seen the light
I have learned to recognize and embrace positive changes


I've been losin' long enough
I have faced a lot of setbacks


To know when I've finally have won
But I have also achieved victories


And even a blind man can tell
It's obvious to anyone


When he's walkin' in the sun
When life is good and everything feels right


Well, I've cried enough tears
I have encountered enough pain and sadness


To recognize this feeling called a smile
To appreciate the joy and happiness I now experience


I've been bottom rung long enough
I have dealt with adversity for a while


To know when I'm doin' it in style
And now I can recognize when I am succeeding in grand fashion


I've been runnin' so long enough
I have spent a long time running from problems


To know when there's no more need to run
But now I am at a place where I no longer have to flee from my issues


Oh, the wind is at my back
Everything is going very well right now


And I'm sailin' on a ship that's overdue
I am taking advantage of the good fortune that has come my way


I've blown so many chances
I have made plenty of mistakes in the past


That I ain't gonna blow this one with you
But I am determined to not let this current opportunity fail


And I've seen enough bad times
I have lived through many unfortunate events


To know when the good times have begun
But now I am able to recognize and appreciate when things are going well


And even a blind man can tell
It is very clear


When he's walkin' in the sun
That everything is going great in life


And even a blind man can tell
Anybody can see it


When he's walkin' in the sun
That everything is going perfectly in life


And even a blind man can tell
It is evident to anyone


When he's walkin' in the sun
When everything is good and things are looking up




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Written by: JEFF BARRY

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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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