Calling card
Gallagher Lyrics
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It'll find you hiding no matter where you stand.
It's gonna rain brother, and it's gonna rain hard,
When the blues comes calling with it's calling card.
It ain't too funny when you'd rather die,
Ain't no pleasure when that girl don't reply.
To your love sick letter that you wrote in tears,
About feeling so bad for a million years.
Watch out brother, be alert,
But whatever you do, don't show that hurt,
Don't show that hurt, show that hurt.
I've been subjected, I've been so distressed,
Come back baby, to clean up this mess,
Clean up this mess.
It ain't so funny when you'd rather die,
Ain't no pleasure when that girl don't reply.
To your lovesick letter that you wrote in tears,
About feeling so bad for a million years.
Yeah, the rain ain't fussy about where it falls,
It rains on one like it rains on all.
But when it falls brother, it's gonna rain hard,
When the blues comes calling with it's calling card.
Watch out brother, be alert,
Whatever you do, don't show that hurt,
Don't show that hurt.
The song "Calling Card" by Rory Gallagher is a bluesy ballad that speaks about the inevitability of heartbreak and difficult times. With the repeated phrase "when the blues comes calling with its calling card," Gallagher establishes an ominous tone from the outset. Throughout the song, he uses rain as a metaphor for sadness and abandonment, warning that no one is safe from the emotional storm, as it can hit anyone regardless of status or stature.
The chorus, "Watch out brother, be alert, but whatever you do, don't show that hurt, don't show that hurt," is a poignant reminder that despite the hardships one may face, it is essential not to show vulnerability to the outside world, as it could make an individual more susceptible to additional pain. The song's emotional depth is emphasized through the repetition of the lines "It ain't too funny when you'd rather die, / Ain't no pleasure when that girl don't reply. / To your love sick letter that you wrote in tears, / About feeling so bad for a million years," highlighting the crushing heartbreak and hopelessness of unrequited love.
Overall, "Calling Card" is a potent reminder that anyone can face heartbreak, pain, and disappointment, but it is up to the individual to keep pushing forward and remain strong during challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, the rain ain't fussy about where it lands,
The rain does not care where it falls, it will find you wherever you are hiding.
It'll find you hiding no matter where you stand.
It will discover you hiding regardless of where you are situated.
It's gonna rain brother, and it's gonna rain hard,
It is going to rain heavily when the blues brings along their problems.
When the blues comes calling with it's calling card.
When the blues visits and brings along their agony and difficulties.
It ain't too funny when you'd rather die,
It is not funny when you prefer to die instead of facing the situation.
Ain't no pleasure when that girl don't reply.
It is not a pleasant feeling when the girl one loves does not respond.
To your love sick letter that you wrote in tears,
To a letter you penned in tears expressing your love sickness.
About feeling so bad for a million years.
Expressing your sadness that seems to have lasted an eternity.
Watch out brother, be alert,
Be cautious and attentive, my friend.
But whatever you do, don't show that hurt,
Whatever happens, do not indicate that you are in pain.
Don't show that hurt, show that hurt.
Do not let your emotions show, conceal it.
I've been subjected, I've been so distressed,
I have been exposed and troubled with significant difficulties.
Come back baby, to clean up this mess,
To make things right, return to the lover who cares.
Clean up this mess.
Make amends, fix the brokenness.
Yeah, the rain ain't fussy about where it falls,
Rain does not discriminate its target, it falls everywhere.
It rains on one like it rains on all.
It treats all individuals alike, without bias.
But when it falls brother, it's gonna rain hard,
But when it does rain, it will pour heavily.
When the blues comes calling with it's calling card.
When the blues come with its problems and miseries.
Watch out brother, be alert,
Be vigilant, my friend.
Whatever you do, don't show that hurt,
No matter what occurs, do not show that you are in pain.
Don't show that hurt.
Do not feel sorry for yourself, try to stay strong.
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Written by: RORY GALLAGHER
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