Sitting on Top of the World
Howlin\' Wolf Lyrics
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She went away
She gone an left me
She gone to stay
But now she gone
An' I don't worry
'Cause I'm sittin' on top of the world
And worked all the fall
I had to take my Christmas
In my over-halls*
But now she's gone
An' I don't worry
Because I'm sittin' on top of the world
Goin' down to the freight yard
Just to meet a freight train
I'm gon' leave this town
Work has done gotten too hard
But now she's gone
And I don't worry
Because I'm sittin' on top of the world
One summer day
She went away
She gone an left me
She gone to stay
But now she gone
And I don't worry
Because I'm sittin' on top of the world
Howlin' Wolf's "Sitting On Top Of The World" is a blues standard that tells the story of a man who has been left by his woman, but he's not overly concerned about it. The song is a testament to the enduring spirit of the human heart, and it is a reminder that even when things seem to be going wrong, life can still be good.
The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who has worked hard all his life, but now he is in a position of strength. He is not worried about the future, because he is "sittin' on top of the world," which is a reference to feeling confident and secure in his own abilities. The opening lines, "One summer day, she went away," describe the moment when the man's woman left him, but he doesn't let it get him down. He knows that he has the strength to deal with whatever comes his way.
The central theme of the song is that when times are tough, it's important to stay positive and keep moving forward. By remaining focused, the man in the song is able to find success and happiness, even when faced with adversity. "Sitting On Top Of The World" is a timeless and enduring classic that speaks to the resilience of the human spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
One summer day
On a day in the summer
She went away
My lover left
She gone an left me
She left me behind, alone
She gone to stay
She left with no intention of returning
But now she gone
Although she left, I am no longer upset
An' I don't worry
I am not concerned
'Cause I'm sittin' on top of the world
I am content with my current situation
Works all the summer
I worked all summer long
And worked all the fall
I worked through the autumn months too
I had to take my Christmas
I had to work through Christmas
In my over-halls*
I had to work in my work clothes
But now she's gone
Although she left, I am no longer upset
Goin' down to the freight yard
I am heading to the train station
Just to meet a freight train
I am going to catch a freight train
I'm gon' leave this town
I am leaving this place behind
Work has done gotten too hard
My job has become too difficult
But now she's gone
Although she left, I am no longer upset
And I don't worry
I am not concerned
Because I'm sittin' on top of the world
I am content with my current situation
One summer day
On a day in the summer
She went away
My lover left
She gone an left me
She left me behind, alone
She gone to stay
She left with no intention of returning
But now she gone
Although she left, I am no longer upset
And I don't worry
I am not concerned
Because I'm sittin' on top of the world
I am content with my current situation
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Written by: CHESTER BURNETT
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@murph5438
The Wolf was a monster bluesman --- his music will never die
@4795598
You got that right.
@ddoeser5830
Jammer eigenlijk dat de grondleggers de muziek niet mee konden maken in de tijd waarin we nu leven "JAAR 2022 . TIJD 02:01 NACHT.
@jamesbueker11
Absolutely the pinnacle of the blues. Howl away Wolfman.
@user-mm2dg2gp7b
I have been to the South 1 time. My Mom and my dad are from the South. I have a Southern spirit but i am a city boy.
@oma15
you know when you forget a song exists until you see the title again and then you remember how awesome that song is? that's me right now
@johnconroy8323
Been there with u tube every day right now too
@joshuajacobson8397
I've heard of him. This is great. I haven't listened to the blues much but this is good. A very interesting voice and musicianship.
@ivanbazant8475
Howlin Wolf is on the top of the
World
@shanefelkel9966
Such a great club feel to this song. Dont think it is live, but the drums really resonate and the whole vibe seems imperative and immediate.