Stormy Monday
Duke Robillard and Roomfull Of Blues Lyrics
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They call it stormy Monday, but Tuesday's just as bad
Wednesday's worse, and Thursday's also sad
Yes the eagle flies on Friday, and Saturday I go out to play
Eagle flies on Friday, and Saturday I go out to play
Sunday I go to church, then I kneel down and pray
Lord have mercy, my heart's in misery
Crazy about my baby, yes, send her home to me
The song "Stormy Monday" by Duke Robillard and Roomfull of Blues is a classic blues tune that features clever wordplay and poignant statements about life. The song opens with the line "They call it stormy Monday, but Tuesday's just as bad," which could be interpreted as a metaphor for how problems don't go away just because a new day begins. The line is repeated, emphasizing the idea that life can be difficult and it doesn't always get better.
The middle section of the song contrasts the weekend with the rest of the week, highlighting the idea that work can be tough and the weekend offers a respite. The line "Yes, the eagle flies on Friday, and Saturday I go out to play" illustrates the idea that work is over and the singer is free to enjoy themselves. However, Sunday is reserved for church and prayer, possibly suggesting that the singer relies on their faith to get them through tough times.
The final lines of the song, "Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy on me, Lord have mercy, my heart's in misery, Crazy about my baby, yes, send her home to me," once again emphasize the singer's struggles and their desire for comfort. The "baby" mentioned in the song could be a romantic partner, but it could also be interpreted as a stand-in for anything the singer feels they need to be happy.
Line by Line Meaning
They call it stormy Monday, but Tuesday's just as bad
Although they say Monday is bad, Tuesday is also as difficult
Wednesday's worse, and Thursday's also sad
As the week progresses, it gets harder, with Wednesday being more difficult and Thursday being melancholy
Yes the eagle flies on Friday, and Saturday I go out to play
Friday is a time of success and achievement, while Saturday is for leisure and fun
Eagle flies on Friday, and Saturday I go out to play
Friday is a time of success and achievement, while Saturday is for leisure and fun
Sunday I go to church, then I kneel down and pray
Sunday is a day for spirituality, and it is spent in prayer and worship
Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy on me
Asking for divine assistance and guidance during a time of personal struggle
Lord have mercy, my heart's in misery
Continuing to ask for divine help due to emotional pain
Crazy about my baby, yes, send her home to me
Being deeply in love with someone and desiring their presence
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Written by: Aaron T-Bone Walker
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