Jambalaya
Jimmy & Johnny Lyrics
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This is our third in a new series, Saturday series of programmes
And we haven't even begun to tap the tremendous source of talent
On the Louisiana Hayride
Now you take Johnny Horton, the singing fisherman
Here's a guy that's just loaded with talent
But we just can't get him away from the ol' fishin' hole
He just barely makes it in every Saturday night
Goodbye Joe me gotta go me oh my oh
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou
My Yvonne the sweetest one me oh my oh
Son of a gun we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a crawfish pie and filé gumbo
Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar fill fruit jar and be gay-o
Son of a gun we'll have big fun on the bayou
Thibodaux Fontaineaux the place is buzzin'
Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Dress in style and go hog wild me oh my oh
Son of a gun we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a crawfish pie and filé gumbo
Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar fill fruit jar and be gay-o
Son of a gun we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a crawfish pie and filé gumbo
Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar fill fruit jar and be gay-o
Son of a gun we'll have big fun on the bayou
Well, you see what I mean haha
You can get the fisherman away from the lake
But you can't keep him from thinkin' about it, can you huh
The lyrics to Jimmy & Johnny's song "Jambalaya" tell a lighthearted story of a narrator, bidding farewell to Joe and expressing the need to head down the bayou to pole a pirogue (a type of flat-bottomed boat) with his beloved Yvonne. They anticipate having a great time full of joy and celebration on the bayou. The song mentions various traditional Louisiana dishes, such as jambalaya, crawfish pie, and filé gumbo, which add to the festive atmosphere. The singer also mentions Thibodaux Fontaineaux, a fictional location where Yvonne is eagerly awaited by numerous relatives and friends. The song emphasizes the fun and merriment that can be found in the Louisiana bayou culture.
Overall, the lyrics portray a sense of excitement and anticipation for a joyful gathering along the bayou, where music, food, and good company bring happiness. The mention of the fishing hole and the singer's inability to stay away from it adds a humorous touch, implying that the love for fishing remains strong even during social occasions.
Line by Line Meaning
Goodbye Joe me gotta go me oh my oh
Farewell Joe, I have to leave, oh my
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou
I have to go row the small boat along the bayou
My Yvonne the sweetest one me oh my oh
My Yvonne, the most endearing person, oh my
Son of a gun we'll have big fun on the bayou
We will have an amazing time on the bayou, oh boy
Jambalaya and a crawfish pie and filé gumbo
Enjoying a traditional Louisiana dish, including jambalaya, crawfish pie, and filé gumbo
Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Because tonight, I will meet my dear friend
Pick guitar fill fruit jar and be gay-o
Playing the guitar, filling up the fruit jar, and feeling joyous
Thibodaux Fontaineaux the place is buzzin'
Thibodaux Fontaineaux, the location is bustling with excitement
Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Relatives come in large numbers to visit Yvonne
Dress in style and go hog wild me oh my oh
Dressing fancy and having a wild and exciting time, oh my
Well, you see what I mean haha
Well, do you understand the point I'm trying to make? Haha
You can get the fisherman away from the lake
It's possible to separate the fisherman from the lake
But you can't keep him from thinkin' about it, can you huh
But you can't stop him from constantly thinking about it, can you? Huh
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hank Williams, Sr.
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