In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.
I'm Sitting on Top of the World
Bill Monroe Lyrics
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Just rolling along, Just rolling along
I'm quitting the blues of the world
Just singing a song, just singing a song
"Glory Hallelujah," I just phoned the Parson
"Hey, Par get ready to call"
Just like Humpty Dumpty, I'm going to fall
I'm sitting on top of the world
I'm sitting on top of the world
Just rolling along, just rolling along
I'm quitting the blues of the world
Just singing a song, just singing a song
"Glory Hallelujah," I just phoned the Parson
"Hey, Par get ready to call"
Just like Humpty Dumpty, I'm going to fall
I'm sitting on top of the world
The lyrics to "I'm Sitting on Top of the World" by Bill Monroe & The Bluegrass Boys were first recorded by them in 1940. The song begins with the singer expressing his happiness and feeling of being on top of the world as he rolls along just singing a song. This could be interpreted as the singer having overcome his troubles and finding bliss in simple moments of life. The next part of the lyrics seems to refer to a phone call to the Parson and asking him to prepare to call. This could be seen as a preparation for someone's passing or perhaps a reference to the singer's own potential fall from grace. The song ends on a bittersweet note as the singer recognizes that his time at the top may not last forever, just like how Humpty Dumpty fell.
Overall, the song may be interpreted as a commentary on the fleeting nature of happiness and success, and the inevitability of downfall. Despite this, the singer remains optimistic and content with his current state.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sitting on top of the world
I feel like I am at the very top of my game and nothing can bring me down
Just rolling along, Just rolling along
I'm taking things easy and enjoying the ride without any worry or stress
I'm quitting the blues of the world
I'm leaving behind all of life's struggles and sadness behind and focusing on the good things
Just singing a song, just singing a song
I'm expressing my happiness and contentment through music
"Glory Hallelujah," I just phoned the Parson
I'm so ecstatic that I couldn't contain it and had to call the preacher to share my joy
"Hey, Par get ready to call"
I want to spread the good news to as many people as possible, so get ready to make lots of calls
Just like Humpty Dumpty, I'm going to fall
I know that eventually I may fall or fail, just like anyone else. But for now, I'm on top of the world
I'm sitting on top of the world
I feel like I am at the very top of my game and nothing can bring me down
Just rolling along, Just rolling along
I'm taking things easy and enjoying the ride without any worry or stress
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Written by: WALTER JACOBS VINSON
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