Darktown Strutters Ball
Jeff Healey & The Jazz Wizards Lyrics
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I'll be down to get you in a taxi, Honey,
You better be ready about half past eight,
Now dearie, don't be late,
I want to be there when the band starts playing,
Remember when we get there, Honey,
The two-steps, I'm goin' to have 'em all,
When they play the "Jelly Roll Blues,"
Tomorrow night at the Darktown Strutters' Ball.
The lyrics to Jeff Healey & The Jazz Wizards' song "Darktown Strutters Ball" portray the excitement and anticipation of a couple looking forward to a night of dancing and live music. The singer instructs their companion to be ready at half-past eight, promising to pick them up in a taxi. The urgency in their tone suggests that they cannot wait to arrive at the venue and start dancing to the band's music.
The singer expresses their enthusiasm for the music, stating that they will dance out both their shoes when the band plays the "Jelly Roll Blues." The playful imagery of dancing until one's shoes are worn out adds to the excitement of the scene, emphasizing the joy and abandon of the music and dancing. The mention of the Darktown Strutters' Ball situates the scene in a specific cultural context, likely referencing a real event or venue where live music and dancing were popular forms of entertainment.
Overall, the lyrics to "Darktown Strutters Ball" depict a lively and fun-filled evening of music and dancing, capturing the spirit of a specific time and place in American cultural history.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be down to get you in a taxi, Honey,
I will arrive at your location in a taxi, my love,
You better be ready about half past eight,
Please prepare yourself by eight-thirty,
Now dearie, don't be late,
My dear, please do not arrive tardily,
I want to be there when the band starts playing,
I am eager to witness the commencement of the band's performance,
Remember when we get there, Honey,
Recall, my love, that when we arrive,
The two-steps, I'm goin' to have 'em all,
I will confidently demonstrate every type of dance,
Goin' to dance out both my shoes,
I shall dance with such fervor, my footwear may disintegrate
When they play the "Jelly Roll Blues,"
At the moment the band performs the 'Jelly Roll Blues',
Tomorrow night at the Darktown Strutters' Ball.
On the forthcoming evening, we will partake in festivities at the Darktown Strutters' Ball.
Contributed by Peyton T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jesus Our Salvation
Reading up on Healey's influences—found myself here. Phenomenal jazzy swing blues ❤️
Bob Everett
Great Stuff!!! Wish I grew up in this era. Music and society were so much better and more kind to each other than today's selfish, suck ass world! Great Post!
Phillip Siebold
In 2006?
Robert Duis
With JEFF HEALEY is always the very best. Jeff R.I.P.