Mexico
Crosby Stills & Nash and Jackson Browne Lyrics
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Feel a fool running your stateside games
Lose your load, leave your mind behind, Baby James
Oh, Mexico
It sounds so simple I just got to go
The sun's so hot I forgot to go home
Guess I'll have to go now
"Americano" got the sleepy eye
But his body's still shaking like a live wire
Sleepy "Senorita" with the eyes on fire
Oh, Mexico
It sounds so sweet with the sun sinking low
Moon's so bright like to light up the night
Make everything all right
Baby's hungry and the money's all gone
The folks back home don't want to talk on the phone
She gets a long letter, sends back a postcard; times are hard
Oh, down in Mexico
I never really been so I don't really know
Oh, Mexico
I guess I'll have to go
Oh, Mexico
I never really been but I'd sure like to go
Oh, Mexico
I guess I'll have to go now
The song "Mexico" is a collaboration between Crosby, Stills & Nash and Jackson Browne. The lyrics depict the emotions of a person who has become weary of the status quo in their life in the United States and yearns to escape to the simplicity and pleasures of Mexico. The first verse conveys the idea that there should be a reason or purpose to move from one place to another, especially when one feels like a fool for participating in a society with nonsensical rules and customs. The chorus expresses the singer's eagerness to leave and go to Mexico where the sun and moon and everything else seem to be "all right." The second verse describes the two individuals whom the singer meets in Mexico, portraying them as “Americano” and “Senorita” with contrasting physical characteristics but both seemingly captivated by the atmosphere of the country.
The last verse adds a touch of sadness to the song, as it reveals that the singer has a family to support back home but is struggling to make ends meet. Despite this, the singer still wants to return to Mexico, even though he has never been there before. The lyrics of the song suggest that the singer is seeking refuge in Mexico, as it provides an escape from a routine life and a sanctuary from the financial troubles he has back home. The song's lyrics resonate with many people around the world who share similar sentiments of wanting to escape the rat race and find a place where everything seems much more simple and fulfilling.
Line by Line Meaning
Way down here you need a reason to move
Living so far from home, it's hard to find a reason to keep going
Feel a fool running your stateside games
Playing along with the games going on back home feels foolish
Lose your load, leave your mind behind, Baby James
Leave your worries behind and embrace a new adventure, Baby James
Oh, Mexico
Mexico, a place they dream of escaping to
It sounds so simple I just got to go
The idea of Mexico is so alluring and simple, they have to go there
The sun's so hot I forgot to go home
The heat and beauty of Mexico is causing them to forget their home
Guess I'll have to go now
Their desire to go to Mexico is too strong to resist
"Americano" got the sleepy eye
The American tourists are getting tired
But his body's still shaking like a live wire
Their bodies are still alive with the excitement of being in Mexico
Sleepy "Senorita" with the eyes on fire
Even though she looks sleepy, the passion in her eyes is still there
Oh, Mexico
Mexico still sounds sweet and inviting
It sounds so sweet with the sun sinking low
The sunset in Mexico is beautiful and peaceful
Moon's so bright like to light up the night
The moon in Mexico is bright and illuminating
Make everything all right
Being in Mexico makes everything feel better
Baby's hungry and the money's all gone
They are running out of resources in Mexico
The folks back home don't want to talk on the phone
Their family is worried and doesn't want to hear about their struggles
She gets a long letter, sends back a postcard; times are hard
Communication back home is difficult and times are tough for them
Oh, down in Mexico
They are still in Mexico, dealing with their struggles
I never really been so I don't really know
They haven't experienced Mexico firsthand, so they can't say for sure
I guess I'll have to go
They still have the desire to go to Mexico
I never really been but I'd sure like to go
They still haven't been to Mexico, but they still want to go
Lyrics © DO WRITE MUSIC LLC
Written by: RONALD PAUL MORIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sandra Johnson
OMG! How awesome is this?? Just watching Graham Nash and thinking nobody ever had as much fun as him in concert!! All of these artist legendary!
Michael Howard
You got that right!
Robb Powell
Steven may not have been a camera magnet but his guitar added a whole other dimension to everything.
RJB
That was a smokin' version of Woodstock. High energy, super robust harmonies, Steven cooking on the Strat.
And Bonnie's singing... Wow.
Mike Harris
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Kevin McK
The smile on J.T's face says how great it is to have Crosby and Nash on background vocals... what a cast; pure magic!
Michael Howard
Absolutely!! Praise the LORD God Almighty!
dennis brown
What a treat it is to stumble on a gem like this..
Michael Howard
You are so right!