City Girls
J.J. Cale Lyrics
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They just want you for the night
But when the morning comes at dawn
City girls they all gone
You know the daylight can be sad
When you feel that you've been had
Only night time brings the price
City girl she thinks it's right
What's a poor boy going to do
If he wants a girl like you
Can't afford no diamond rings
Or all those other fancy things
Only one thing I can give
A song down where you live
I'll sing to you hear the sound
City girl please stay around
The lyrics of J.J. Cale's song "City Girls" tells a story of a man who is interested in a city girl but knows that they are only interested in one thing - a one-night stand. The man is aware of the impermanence of their relationship and how these girls leave in the morning, leaving the singer to feel empty and sad as he realizes that he's been had. The song's lyrics convey the idea of how living in the city, where everything is fast-paced and instant, can lead to a superficial type of love that leaves the person yearning for more.
The singer expresses his affections in a humble way, admitting that he has nothing material to offer but a song. He indicates that he is willing to serenade her and hopes for her to stay around. The message of the song is that the city girls are not to be taken seriously as they do not seek real connections, just a fleeting moment of romance. The singer is aware of the negative feelings and heartbreak that come when these girls inevitably leave him.
J.J. Cale's "City Girls" is a relatable song that showcases the emotions behind love and its transient nature. The city girls represent a modern social phenomenon, the casual encounter, that lacks the depth and authenticity of genuine romance.
Line by Line Meaning
City girls they're all right
Women from urban areas are acceptable companions.
They just want you for the night
They are interested in intimacy, not a long-term relationship.
But when the morning comes at dawn
However, at the crack of dawn, they leave without saying goodbye.
City girls they all gone
Urban women disappear when the morning sun rises.
You know the daylight can be sad
The morning light can be depressing when you realize the city girl has left.
When you feel that you've been had
When you think you've been used for a one-night stand.
Only night time brings the price
The cost of intimacy only occurs at night.
City girl she thinks it's right
An urban woman believes what she's doing is justifiable.
What's a poor boy going to do
What options does a poor, young male have?
If he wants a girl like you
If he desires a woman of your stature or personality.
Can't afford no diamond rings
He can't buy expensive presents like diamonds.
Or all those other fancy things
Similarly, he can't afford luxurious possessions.
Only one thing I can give
The sole offering he has access to is his singing.
A song down where you live
He will perform his song in the area you reside.
I'll sing to you hear the sound
He will perform a song that you may hear and enjoy.
City girl please stay around
The woman from the urban area is implored to remain nearby.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: J.J. CALE
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@countblue
@Dave Norman Why?
Because J.J.´s Songs are usually short, so it takes some to make up an hour?
Here is the list. Thats 33 Songs so its slightly more than one hour.
Boilin pot
Cajun moon
Call Me the Breeze
Call the doctor
Change Your Mind
Cherry
City girls
Cloudy Day
Crazy Mama
Crying eyes
Days go by
Doctor Told Me
Dont go to strangers
Everything Will Be Alright
Fate Of A Fool
Former me
I got the same old blues
I´ll make love to you
Lies
Lonesome train
Low down
Magnolia
Mama dont allow
One step ahead of the blues
Out of style
River runs deep
Riverboat song
Sensitive Kind
Since You Said Goodbye
Starbound
Stone river
The Problem
Things aint simple
@franciskazajc7212
"City Girls"
City girls they're all right
They just want you for the night
But when the morning comes at dawn
City girls they all gone
You know the daylight can be sad
When you feel that you've been had
Only night time brings the price
City girl she thinks it's right
What's a poor boy going to do
If he wants a girl like you
Can't afford no diamond rings
Or all those other fancy things
Only one thing I can give
A song down where you live
I'll sing to you hear the sound
City girl please stay around
@ashratempel5094
Masterpiece never gets old.
@antoniofernandesdequeiroga6197
Agreed...masterpiece....best regards from Brazil.
@Crosaysheya
his music kinda makes me feel like I owe him. Just buying his albums doesn't compensate the awesomeness and joy that I get in return. Dear J.J. Cale, I love what you've done, did, and do!
@MrJackCarrington
Thank you Shazam! I first heard this song in the toilets of a Premier Inn Hotel, i was drunk at an evening do after my best mates wedding and i was best man, got Shazam working and hey presto i discovered J.J Cale! What a fantastic day i had! Great song!
@TheVatonaught
so glad I got to see and hear him in a small venue before he passed. He's one of the greats you can binge on late at night. Youtube is MUSIC
@antoniofernandesdequeiroga6197
Sensitive Kind and City Girls are my favourite. City Girls became a classic.
@MrCajunmojo
J,J, is a national treasure. He is truly a living legend.
@quaco24
Your comment hasn't aged well, but mine is even worse right from the get-go.
@Moe.allama2023
sorry, an international treasure. Love form Pakistan
@salvatoreconcuore465
many thanks J.J.Cale for this great song!!R.I.P. you are everytime in my mind 💙