On & on
Dymond and T-Sound Lyrics
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Pains in my head, feel like old Ned
What did I do to be so black and blue?
No joys for me, no company
Even the mouse ran from my house
All my life through I've been so black and blue
Cause I can't hide what is on my face
I'm so forlorn. Life's just a thorn
My heart is torn. Why was I born?
What did I do to be so black and blue?
I'm hurt inside, but that don't help my case
Cause I can't hide what is on my face
How will it end? Ain't got a friend
My only sin is in my skin
What did I do to be so black and blue?
Tell me, what did I do?
What did I do? What did I do?
What did I do? What did I do?
What did I do? What did I do?
What did I do? Tell me, what did I do to be so black and blue?
What did I do to be so black and blue?
The lyrics to Dymond and T-Sound's song "On & On" are actually a cover of the classic jazz standard "Black and Blue," originally written by Fats Waller and Harry Brooks in 1929. The song is a poignant expression of the pain and isolation felt by a black person living in a society where systemic racism and discrimination are rampant.
The opening lines set the somber tone, as the singer describes the physical and emotional toll of a life filled with hardship and mistreatment. The reference to "old Ned" is actually a reference to a folk song called "Ol' Man River," which is sung from the perspective of a weary, downtrodden black man working on the Mississippi River.
The singer laments the lack of joy and companionship in their life, even turning to anthropomorphizing a mouse as a sign of their isolation. The line "I'm white inside, but that don't help my case" speaks to the internal struggle of being proud of one's heritage but also feeling the weight of societal judgement and prejudice.
The repetition of the question "What did I do to be so black and blue?" emphasizes the deep confusion and despair felt by the singer. The final line, "my only sin is in my skin," speaks to the profound injustice of being unfairly judged and oppressed based purely on the color of one's skin.
Overall, "On & On" is a powerful and timely rendition of a timeless song, highlighting the ongoing struggle for equality and justice in our society.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold empty bed, springs hard as lead
My bed is empty and uncomfortable, making it difficult to fall asleep and rest.
Pains in my head, feel like old Ned
My head hurts so much that it feels like I am an old, worn out man.
What did I do to be so black and blue?
I am wondering why I have been treated so poorly throughout my life.
No joys for me, no company
I have no happiness in my life and nobody to share it with.
Even the mouse ran from my house
Everyone, even small creatures such as mice, avoid me and my miserable existence.
All my life through I've been so black and blue
I have experienced pain and suffering for my entire life.
I'm white inside, but that don't help my case
Although my personality and character are good, it does not matter because of my skin color.
Cause I can't hide what is on my face
My appearance reveals my race and the resulting discrimination I face on a daily basis.
I'm so forlorn. Life's just a thorn
I am extremely sad and depressed about my life, which seems to be filled with hardship and pain.
My heart is torn. Why was I born?
I am questioning the purpose of my life and why I must endure so much suffering and discrimination.
How will it end? Ain't got a friend
I have no idea how my life will turn out and I have nobody to support me or help me through it.
My only sin is in my skin
The only reason people hate and treat me poorly is because of my skin color, which is not something I can control or change.
What did I do to be so black and blue? Tell me, what did I do?
I am desperately seeking an explanation for why I am treated so poorly simply because of my race.
What did I do? What did I do?
I am repeating my question, still searching for an answer or explanation.
What did I do? What did I do?
I am still searching for an explanation for the discrimination and pain I face simply because of my skin color.
Tell me, what did I do to be so black and blue?
I am begging for someone to explain why I am treated so poorly simply because of my race.
What did I do to be so black and blue?
I am still wondering why I have been discriminated against and treated so poorly for my entire life.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRY BROOKS, ANDY RAZAF, FATS WALLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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