Louise
Gary White Lyrics

Well they all said Louise was not half bad
People had mixed opinions about Louise, although the general consensus was that she was not entirely bad.

It was written on the walls and window shades
The opinions and rumors about Louise were so prevalent and widespread that they could be found everywhere, even on walls and window shades.

And how she'd act a little girl
Despite being a grown woman, Louise would sometimes behave in a way that was childlike.

A deceiver, don't believe her, that's her trade
People believed that Louise was someone who would intentionally deceive others, and that it was not wise to trust her.

Sometimes a bottle of perfume
Men would occasionally bring Louise gifts of perfume.

Flowers and maybe some lace
In addition to perfume, some men would also bring Louise flowers and lace as gifts.

Men brought Louise ten cent trinkets
The gifts that men brought Louise were not expensive or valuable, and were instead cheap trinkets.

Their intentions were easily traced
It was clear to everyone that the men who brought Louise gifts were not doing so out of genuine affection, but rather for other, more selfish reasons.

Yes and everybody knew at times she cried
Despite her reputation and demeanor, people recognized that Louise was not always as strong or tough as she tried to appear, and that she would sometimes cry.

Ah but women like Louise well they get by
Despite the harsh opinions and judgments of those around her, Louise was able to persevere and survive.

Yes and everybody thought it kinda sad
Despite her reputation, people still felt a twinge of sadness when they thought of Louise and her circumstances.

When they found Louise in her room
Louise was discovered dead in her room.

They'd always put her down below their kind
Despite being a human being like everyone else, Louise was often looked down upon and ostracized by others.

Still some cried when she died this afternoon
Despite her reputation, there were still those who felt genuine sadness upon hearing about Louise's death.

Louise rode home on the mail train
Louise's body was transported by train to her hometown.

Somewhere to the south I heard her say
It is rumored that Louise made a comment about heading south before she died.

Too bad it ended so ugly
Despite any negative opinions about her, it is regrettable that Louise's life ended in such a tragic way.

Too bad she had to go this way
The circumstances of Louise's death are unfortunate and disappointing.

Ah but the wind is blowing cold tonight
The weather serves as a metaphor for the sadness and uncertainty surrounding Louise's life and death.

Well goodnight Louise goodnight
The song ends with a farewell to Louise, wishing her a peaceful rest.