Louisiana Girl
Johnny & the Mongrels Lyrics
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But I can never go there again
Awe no... Awe no... I just go
Thought I heard laughter yesterday
Just like I did around the way
But it's just a moanin' train... Passing on
Just the midnight train, Midnight train... Passing on
Is ya drinking with angels now
Only thing that makes me smile
Is you're drinking with angels now
You had so many dreams on the rise
And I know one day... clear in your eyes
They'd have come true... greater than you ever know
Broke my heart when I heard the news
Lord don't understand how you can choose...
You Can Choose
Never know why... never know why
You had to go!
The Only thing that makes me smile
Is You're Drinking with angels now
Only thing that makes me smile
You're drinking with angels
Sure don't know how I'm gonna do
All of the things we used to do...
Awe, It won't be the same... be the same
With-out your Love
Just so many memories in my head
When I close my eyes... And I see you there
Brings me peace, to know you're there
Brings me peace... Brings me Peace
To know you're here!
The Only thing that makes me smile
Is You're Drinking with angels now
Only thing that makes me smile
You're drinking with angels now"
The lyrics of Johnny & the Mongrels' song "Louisiana Girl" delve into the themes of loss, grief, and finding solace in the afterlife. The singer expresses his inability to move on from the pain of losing someone dear to him, as he remarks that time may not heal the wound entirely. He mentions hearing laughter reminiscent of the past, but realizes it is merely the sound of a passing train, symbolizing the fleeting nature of life. The midnight train serves as a reminder of mortality and the transient nature of existence.
The chorus reveals a glimmer of happiness in the singer's heart as he envisions his departed loved one, now drinking with angels. This notion brings a smile to his face, knowing that they are in a better place. The lyrics also highlight the dreams and potential that this person had in life, and how it saddened the singer to hear of their tragic departure. The pain and confusion of not understanding why they had to go is accentuated, leaving the singer grappling with the challenges of moving forward without their presence.
Throughout the song, the singer reminisces about their memories together, finding solace in the presence of their departed loved one, even if only in their mind's eye. The reassurance that the person is still with them brings a sense of peace and comfort, despite the sadness and void left behind. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a hope that the departed individual has found happiness and contentment in the afterlife, providing a source of solace for the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
They say time will wash away the pain
According to popular belief, the passage of time will eventually alleviate the suffering
But I can never go there again
However, I can never revisit that place or experience
Awe no... Awe no... I just go
Oh no... Oh no... I simply continue forward
Thought I heard laughter yesterday
Recently, I thought I perceived the sound of joy
Just like I did around the way
Similar to how it used to be in the neighborhood
But it's just a moanin' train... Passing on
However, it was merely a mournful train passing through
Just the midnight train, Midnight train... Passing on
Specifically, only the late-night train, the midnight train, continues its journey
The only thing that makes me smile
The sole factor that brings joy to my face
Is ya drinking with angels now
Is knowing that you are now enjoying heavenly company
You had so many dreams on the rise
You possessed numerous aspirations that were growing and developing
And I know one day... clear in your eyes
I am aware that one day... it was evident in your gaze
They'd have come true... greater than you ever know
Those dreams would have materialized... surpassing your expectations
Broke my heart when I heard the news
It devastated me upon hearing the information
Lord don't understand how you can choose...
I struggle to comprehend why you made that decision...
You Can Choose
You can make your own choices
Never know why... never know why
Never understanding the reason... never understanding the reason
You had to go!
You had to depart!
Sure don't know how I'm gonna do
Certainly unsure of how I will manage
All of the things we used to do...
All the activities we used to engage in together...
Awe, It won't be the same... be the same
Oh, it will not be the identical... not be the same
With-out your Love
Without your affection
Just so many memories in my head
I have a multitude of memories lingering in my mind
When I close my eyes... And I see you there
When I shut my eyes... and visualize your presence
Brings me peace, to know you're there
It brings me tranquility to know that you exist
Brings me peace... Brings me Peace
It brings me serenity... brings me serenity
To know you're here!
To know that you are here!
Is You're Drinking with angels now
Is the fact that you are now enjoying the company of celestial beings
Only thing that makes me smile
The only factor that brings joy to my face
You're drinking with angels now
You are now in the company of angels
Lyrics © DistroKid, Kanjian Music, Sentric Music
Written by: John Ryan, Scott Sharrard
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