Rainy Night In Georgia
John Holt Lyrics


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Hoverin' by my suitcase
Tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night
A heavy rain a fallin'
Seems I hear your voice callin'
"It's all right"

A rainy night in Georgia
A rainy night in Georgia
I believe it's rainin' all over the world

Neon signs a flashin'
Taxi cabs and busses passin' through the night
The distant moanin' of a train
Seems to play a sad refrain to the night

A rainy night in Georgia
A rainy night in Georgia
I believe it's rainin' all over the world

How many times I've wondered
It still comes out the same
No matter how you look at it, think of it
You just got to do your own thing

I find me a place in a box car
So I take out my guitar to pass some time
Late at night when it's hard to rest
I hold your picture to my chest
And I'm all right

A rainy night in Georgia




A rainy night in Georgia
I believe it's rainin' all over the world

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Holt's "Rainy Night in Georgia" captures the emotions one may feel on a lonely, stormy night. The singer is trying to find a warm place to spend the night, while the heavy rain falls, making it hard to ignore the memories of their loved one calling out to them. The widespread rain all over the world reflects the singer's feelings of isolation and loneliness. The rain might represent the tears falling from the singer's eyes, magnifying their emptiness. The contrast between the warm and safe space that the singer is trying to find and the stormy weather is compelling, creating an environment of tension and mystery.


Furthermore, the use of imagery in the lyrics tell a story of a man who is down on his luck, a lonely wanderer who has chosen to be on the road rather than at home with his loved one. The neon signs and the sound of distant trains all contribute to the mood of the song, evoking the feeling of a bustling yet unwelcoming city. The man's guitar playing and holding his lover's picture close to his chest let us know that he is trying to find solace in memories of times when he felt safe and loved.


Line by Line Meaning

Hoverin' by my suitcase
I am standing near my luggage, unsure of where to go.


Tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night
I am trying to locate a comfortable spot to sleep tonight.


A heavy rain a fallin'
There is a strong rainfall occurring.


Seems I hear your voice callin'
It feels as though I am hearing you call to me.


"It's all right"
You are reassuring me that everything will be okay.


A rainy night in Georgia
It is currently raining in Georgia.


I believe it's rainin' all over the world
I think it is raining in many places globally.


Neon signs a flashin'
The bright lights of neon signs are flickering.


Taxi cabs and busses passin' through the night
Vehicles like taxis and buses are driving through the dark hours.


The distant moanin' of a train
I can hear the faint sound of a train in the distance.


Seems to play a sad refrain to the night
The train's sound is melancholic, adding to the somber atmosphere.


How many times I've wondered
I have questioned many times before.


It still comes out the same
Regardless of how many times I question it, the outcome remains unchanged.


No matter how you look at it, think of it
Regardless of one's perspective, thoughts or beliefs about it, the same thing will happen.


You just got to do your own thing
You must simply pursue your own individual path or objectives.


I find me a place in a box car
I discover a spot in a train car used for transporting goods.


So I take out my guitar to pass some time
I get my guitar out to occupy myself for a while.


Late at night when it's hard to rest
During the nighttime, when it is challenging to relax.


I hold your picture to my chest
I keep an image of you close to my heart.


And I'm all right
This helps me feel okay.


A rainy night in Georgia
It is still raining in Georgia.


I believe it's rainin' all over the world
I still think it is raining in many parts of the globe.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tony White

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Stephen Sherman

Mr Holt one of Jamaica's greatest balladier

R H

Love this cover!

IRISH SAM

Volts of holt . I love this version .

Liz Beasley

IRISH SAM to the max!

Annie M Moore

❤️❤️❤️

davyboy176

R.I.P. JH Why has no one found dis yet ? ;-)

John Donovan

This is the bizz put this up enjoy uk

IRISH SAM

3 mths later and im the only man posting .

John Bravo

Yeah,just stick to your regae

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