I Am a Man Of Constant Sorrow
Elage Diouf Lyrics


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I am a man of constant sorrow
I've seen trouble all my days.
I bid farewell to old Kentucky
The place where I was born and raised.
(The place where he was born and raised)

For six long years I've been in trouble
No pleasures here on earth I found
For in this world I'm bound to ramble
I have no friends to help me now.

He has no friends to help him now





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Overall Meaning

Sure, I can help you with that! "I am a man of constant sorrow" is a traditional American folk song that has been recorded by various artists over the years. The lyrics describe a man who has experienced a lot of trouble and hardship throughout his life. He has had to say goodbye to his home in Kentucky, where he was born and raised, and has been on the move for the past six years. He has found no joy or pleasure in life, and feels like he is bound to wander aimlessly with no one to support or help him.


The repeated line "I am a man of constant sorrow" emphasizes the singer's sense of melancholy and despair. The song conveys a sense of resignation to the struggles of life and the idea that some people are simply destined to suffer. Despite the bleakness of the lyrics, however, the song is also a celebration of the human spirit and the ability to persevere in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I am a man of constant sorrow
I have experienced continuous sadness and hardship throughout my life.


I've seen trouble all my days.
I have faced adversities and difficulties consistently throughout my life.


I bid farewell to old Kentucky
I say goodbye to the state where I was born and raised.


The place where I was born and raised.
This refers to Kentucky, the state where the artist is from.


For six long years I've been in trouble
The artist has experienced a 6-year period of difficulty and hardship.


No pleasures here on earth I found
The singer found no satisfaction or enjoyment in life during this time.


For in this world I'm bound to ramble
The singer feels compelled to wander aimlessly in this world.


I have no friends to help me now.
The artist lacks any support or assistance from friends.




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