Mr. Freddy Blues
David Lyrics
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The day that I lost you
He lost all his glitter the day you said, "no"
And his silver turned to blue
Like him I am doubtful that our love is true
But if you decide to call on me
Ask for Mister Blue
I stay at home at night
But you won't call and I won't hurt my pride
Call me Mister
I won't tell you
While you paint the town
A bright red to turn it upside down
I'm painting it too
But I'm painting it blue
Call me Mister Blue
Call me Mister Blue
In David Bromberg's song "Mr. Blue," the singer reflects on lost love and the ways in which it has changed him. The song begins with the idea that the singer's "guardian star," or guiding force, has lost its glow since he lost his love. The loss is further illustrated when the star's silver turns to blue, a symbol of sadness and loss. These images suggest that the singer is struggling to find direction or meaning in his life without the person he loves.
As the song continues, the singer expresses uncertainty about the true nature of his love. Like the "guardian star," he is doubtful that their love is real or lasting. Despite this uncertainty, he still hopes that the person he loves will call him. He even goes so far as to stay home at night, sitting by the phone, just in case. This willingness to wait shows the depth of his feelings and his desire to be reunited with his love.
However, as time passes and the phone doesn't ring, the singer's pride begins to take over. He resolves not to reveal his feelings and becomes more isolated. As the song concludes, he paints the town blue, both to match his own sadness and to signal his availability to the person he loves. Through these actions, the singer seems to be saying that he is willing to wait and to suffer, but only if the person he loves will come back to him.
Overall, "Mr. Blue" is a melancholic song about lost love and the ways in which it changes us. The singer's sadness is felt throughout the lyrics, and his desire to be reunited with his love is palpable. Through its poetic imagery and vivid descriptions, the song captures the feeling of heartbreak and longing that many people have experienced at some point in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Our guardian star lost all his glow
Everything seemed to lose its charm and brightness after you left me
The day that I lost you
That was the day my world turned gray and gloomy
He lost all his glitter the day you said, "no"
The star, just like me, lost all its shine and sparkle when you refused to be with me
And his silver turned to blue
The brightness of the star turned dull and blue - reflecting my mood since you're gone
Like him I am doubtful that our love is true
Just as the star lost its charm, I also have doubts about the authenticity of our relationship
But if you decide to call on me
If you change your mind and want to give me a chance, just call me
Ask for Mister Blue
Use this name when you call, 'Mister Blue'
I stay at home at night
I spend the nights at home, waiting for your call
Right by the phone at night
I'm always near the phone, hoping it'll ring with your call
But you won't call and I won't hurt my pride
You're not going to call and I won't break down and call you because of my ego
Call me Mister
When you do muster the courage, make sure you call me by that name
I won't tell you
I'm not going to reveal my innermost feelings to you
While you paint the town
As you go around enjoying yourself
A bright red to turn it upside down
Making a lot of noise, having a lot of fun
I'm painting it too
I'm painting the town too (figuratively speaking)
But I'm painting it blue
But I'm doing it in a sad and melancholic way, far removed from the real excitement
Call me Mister Blue
So, if you want to connect, or if you're feeling blue yourself, give Mister Blue a call.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dewayne Blackwell
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