Cajun
Doug Kershaw & Fats Domino Lyrics
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That's where live's my Cajun baby the fairest one in the land
Her teeth're white and pearly hair black as coal
Wouldn't trade my Cajun baby for the world's gold
Way down yonder in the bayou country in dear old Louisianne
My heart's been sad and lonely since the day I left her side
But today I got her letter said she'd be my Cajun bride
Eat a lots a shrimp and craw fish ride around in my old pirogue
Way down yonder
Before the sun goes down this evening I'll be on my way
To see my Cajun baby and there I'm gonna stay
On a Saturday night we go dancin' and listen to the fiddle-o
Lord I got me a Cajun baby just a livin' and a lovin' by the old bayou
Way down yonder
The song "Cajun Baby" by Doug Kershaw is about an undeniable love for a Cajun woman. The first verse describes the woman's physical beauty - her white, pearly teeth and black, coal-like hair that makes her the fairest in the land. The setting is in the bayou country of Louisiana, which is home to the Cajun people, who are of French-Canadian descent. The second verse talks about the singer's loneliness since he left his beloved Cajun baby's side, but he receives a letter from her indicating that she would be his bride. He decides to head back to the bayou and marry her, where they will live together by the old bayou.
The song captures the essence of the Cajun culture, with references to the staple food of the bayou, which includes shrimp and crawfish. The mention of the fiddle-o reflects the traditional Cajun music and dance culture, as fiddle music is a significant part of the Cajun experience. The song paints a picture of a happy life in the bayou country, where the singer and his Cajun baby are dancing and living by the old bayou. The undeniable love in this song is one that emphasizes the importance of physical beauty and a shared cultural experience that cements the relationship between the two lovers.
Line by Line Meaning
Way down yonder in the bayou country in dear old Louisianne
I live in the Louisiana bayou region and that's where my Cajun baby, the fairest woman around, resides.
Her teeth're white and pearly hair black as coal
My Cajun baby has stunning features, including shiny white teeth and black hair as dark as coal.
Wouldn't trade my Cajun baby for the world's gold
I value my Cajun baby so much that I wouldn't even trade her for all the gold in the world.
My heart's been sad and lonely since the day I left her side
Ever since I parted ways with my Cajun baby, I've been feeling blue and alone.
But today I got her letter said she'd be my Cajun bride
Luckily, my Cajun baby wrote me a letter saying she'll marry me!
Gonna go and wed my Cajun baby and I've by the old bayou
I'm headed to the bayou to marry my Cajun baby and live by the water's edge.
Eat a lots a shrimp and craw fish ride around in my old pirogue
After the wedding, I plan to eat plenty of shrimp and crawfish and go for rides in my old pirogue boat.
Before the sun goes down this evening I'll be on my way
I need to hurry if I want to make it to my Cajun baby by the end of the day.
To see my Cajun baby and there I'm gonna stay
Once I'm reunited with my Cajun baby, I plan to stay by her side forever.
On a Saturday night we go dancin' and listen to the fiddle-o
My Cajun baby and I love to dance and listen to fiddle music on Saturday nights.
Lord I got me a Cajun baby just a livin' and a lovin' by the old bayou
I'm proud to be with my Cajun baby, living and loving in the beautiful Louisiana bayou region.
Way down yonder
I'm still down in the Louisiana bayou, with my Cajun baby by my side.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HANK WILLIAMS JR., HANK WILLIAMS SR., Hank Jr. Williams, Hank Sr. Williams
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@DieHardValleyBoy1
Man this was dope! Early 80βs culture and Atmosphere in South Louisiana at its finest!!!!!!
@broadcasttttable
Two legends, the Ragin' Cajun and the Fatman. Don't get no better!
@robertcenteno4849
I, out of the blue, enter Doug Kershaw and man did I hit the jackpot. First time I heard this one. Great. I like the singing, the fiddle the accordion and the antics.
@patriciamunsch3920
I've always love Doug Kershaw I love cajun music
@kennyhuskisson2684
Me too & the food!πβοΈ
@doc2b77
Takes me back to New Orleans every time I hear this. The most energetic city in the world!
@rodneywalsh5587
2 prime examples of what legit talent looks like.
@calebpepper3834
Way enjoyable Song. RIP Fats Domino one of the greatest.
@tomireland8468
Love this, so glad I found it.Β Two of my favorites and terrific musicians.Β Thanks You Tube!
@ddoeser5830
Prachtig nooit eerder gezien.! Fats Domino hou van zijn Muziek R.I.P β€ π³π± π (2021)