In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.
In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.
I'm Walking to New Orleans
Fats Domino Lyrics
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I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
I'm lonely as I can be I'm waiting for you company
I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
What you gonna do when the well runs dry you're gonna run away and hide
I'm gonna run right by your side for you pretty by I'd even die
I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
I'm walking yes indeed I'm talking 'bout you and me
I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
I'm lonely as I can be I'm waiting for you company
I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
What you gonna do when the well runs dry you're gonna sit right down & cry
What you gonna do when I say bye-bye all you're gonna do is dry your eyes
I'm walking yes indeed I'm talking 'bout you and me
I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
The lyrics of Fats Domino's "I'm Walking to New Orleans" express the singer's longing for his lover. He is walking and talking about how he hopes she will come back to him because he is lonely without her. He vividly describes how he feels in the absence of his lover, and how he wishes for her to return to his side. The lyrics also mention the fear of abandonment, and the fear that his lover might leave him when times get tough. Ultimately, Fats promises to be there for her, even if it means he would die for her.
The song communicates a sense of deep sadness and longing through its lyrics. The use of the word "lonely" establishes a feeling of emptiness that permeates the entire song. The lines "What you gonna do when the well runs dry, you're gonna run away and hide" reveal the singer's insecurities and fears about his partner leaving him when things get difficult. The repetition of the chorus reinforces this feeling of desperation.
In general, the song conveys a strong sense of hopefulness and fearlessness in the face of potential heartbreak. The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to keep his lover by his side, even if it means risking his own life. The melody of the song is also noteworthy for its upbeat and optimistic tone, which contrasts with the emotional depth and yearning of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm walking yes indeed I'm talking 'bout you and me
I am physically walking and talking about our relationship
I'm hoping that you'll come back to me
I desire for you to return to our relationship
I'm lonely as I can be I'm waiting for you company
I am feeling incredibly alone and I need your presence to keep me company
What you gonna do when the well runs dry you're gonna run away and hide
When things get tough, are you going to abandon our relationship?
I'm gonna run right by your side for you pretty by I'd even die
I am committed to staying by your side and would even give my life for you
What you gonna do when the well runs dry you're gonna sit right down & cry
When things get tough, are you going to give up and just cry about it?
What you gonna do when I say bye-bye all you're gonna do is dry your eyes
If I were to leave you, all you would do is cry and not take any action to fix things
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@royhay5741
Some of these old songs are so beautiful you're on the verge of tears.
@rossedmonds1828
Me too
@broikeepclick
Forever and ever a classic ❤️❤️
@greggross8856
He never left New Orleans. Not even Hurricane Katrina could force him out. One of the all-time greats in blues. It’s been a long walk, bruh. Rest In Peace.
@SUGAR_XYLER
✌ his music never left my soul
@frankmccormick6129
Greg Gross...I love this!
@Jacobo240.
100% amazing music. rest in peace : FATS
@shawndouglass2939
@@SUGAR_XYLER same
@Trillionairee97
NO legend. Facts never left. #9thWard.
@Rankerbill1
I`m in the UK, and I remember clearly as a youth that while most of my peers were listening to Elvis, I was hooked on Fats`s music. I still love it 60 years later