Blow Wind Blow
Blues.The-Butcher-590213 Lyrics

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I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
Let me hold your hand
Try to understand
I want a girl like you
To tell my troubles to
Don't you be afraid
You heard what I said

Let the four winds blow
Let 'em blow let 'em blow
From the east to the west
I'll love you the best
Let the four winds blow
Let 'em blow let 'em blow
From the east to the west
I'll love you the best

I like the way you walk
I like the way you talk
Let me hold your hand
Try to understand
I want a girl like you
To tell my troubles to
Don't you be afraid
You heard what I said
Let the four winds blow
Let 'em blow let 'em blow
From the east to the west
I'll love you the best
Let the four winds blow
Let 'em blow let 'em blow

From the east to the west
I'll love you the best

Overall Meaning

In James Gadson's song "Blow Wind Blow," the lyrics express a desire for a girl like the one he's speaking to. He likes her walk and talk and wants to hold her hand, and hopes that she can understand his troubles. He reassures her not to be afraid and wants to love her the best from the east to the west. The repeated phrase "let the four winds blow" is a symbol for just letting things happen and go with the flow of life. The wind can blow in any direction, but despite that, he will still love her the best. The song has a bluesy feel, capturing the essence of the genre with a soulful voice and guitar.

The lyrics convey a sense of longing and admiration for this person, as the singer tells her that he wants to tell her his troubles and that she shouldn't be afraid. It's ultimately a song about finding someone who can provide comfort and support, and the desire to make that connection. This song speaks to the timeless feeling of falling for someone and wanting to hold onto them no matter what blows their way.

Line by Line Meaning

I like the way you walk
I find your gait pleasing and attractive

I like the way you talk
I am fond of the way you speak

Let me hold your hand
Allow me to take your hand in mine

Try to understand
Please try to comprehend my perspective

I want a girl like you
I desire a female companion similar to you

To tell my troubles to
Someone who I can confide in and share my problems with

Don't you be afraid
Do not feel scared or apprehensive

You heard what I said
You comprehended my statement

Let the four winds blow
Allow the wind to take control

Let 'em blow let 'em blow
Allow it to happen without interference

From the east to the west
Everywhere, no matter the direction