Sweet Papa John
Johnny Winter Lyrics
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My cannon's known for miles around
Yes, it's true
They call me sweet papa
My cannon's known for miles around
Baby once you lick it
Make my love come tumbling down
'Cause my loving is the best
They call me sweet papa
And my loving is the best
You know I melt right in your mouth
Sure don't leave me no mess
My candy cane is hard
Dripping honey right through your door
Lordy once you have one taste little girl
You're bound to need some more
They call me sweet papa
'Cause my loving is so strong
Oh baby, won't you lick it
Bound to take you all night long man
It's gonna take you all night long
Whip it up
My candy cane is hard
Dripping honey right through your door
Once you have one taste little girl
You're bound to want some more
They call me sweet papa
'Cause my loving is so strong
Baby won't you taste it
Oh yeah
It's bound to take you
It's bound to take you
It's bound to take you
It's gonna take you all night long
Yes, I know it's true
The song "Sweet Papa John" by Johnny Winter is a bluesy rock tune that explores sexual innuendos through its suggestive lyrics. The main theme of the song is the sexual prowess of the titular Sweet Papa John, and how his "cannon" (or sexual organ) is renowned for miles around. The lyrics emphasize that once a woman experiences his love, she is going to need more of it.
The lyrics use multiple euphemisms to describe the sexual act, including "my candy cane is hard, dripping honey right through your door," and "baby won't you lick it, bound to take you all night long." The song portrays Sweet Papa John as being confident in his abilities and claims that his "loving is the best" and "so strong."
Overall, "Sweet Papa John" is a straightforward blues tune with suggestive lyrics that explore themes of sexual prowess and euphemisms.
Line by Line Meaning
They call me sweet papa John
I am known by the nickname of Sweet Papa John.
My cannon's known for miles around
My sexual prowess is widely known and talked about.
Yes, it's true
The previous line regarding my reputation is in fact true.
Baby once you lick it
After performing oral sex on me, my partner will experience intense pleasure.
Make my love come tumbling down
The sexual pleasure experienced will be intense and overwhelming.
Know they call me sweet papa
I am commonly referred to by the nickname of Sweet Papa.
'Cause my loving is the best
I am known for providing exceptional sexual pleasure.
You know I melt right in your mouth
The pleasure experienced during oral sex will be intense and pleasureful.
Sure don't leave me no mess
I will not make a mess during sexual activities.
My candy cane is hard
My penis is erect and ready for sexual activities.
Dripping honey right through your door
The pleasure experienced during intercourse will be so intense that it will be noticeable to others.
Lordy once you have one taste little girl
Once a partner experiences sexual pleasure with me, they will want more.
You're bound to need some more
My sexual prowess will leave my partner craving more sexual activities.
'Cause my loving is so strong
I am well-known for being able to provide intense sexual pleasure.
Oh baby, won't you lick it
I am inviting my partner to perform oral sex on me.
Bound to take you all night long man
My sexual activities are guaranteed to last all night long.
It's gonna take you all night long
Intense sexual pleasure will last for an extended period of time.
Whip it up
I am encouraging my partner to engage in sexual activities with me.
Baby won't you taste it
I am inviting my partner to experience intense sexual pleasure with me.
Oh yeah
Expressing excitement and anticipation for sexual activities.
It's bound to take you
The sexual pleasure experienced will be intense and overwhelming, leaving my partner unable to resist.
It's gonna take you all night long
Intense sexual pleasure will last for an extended period of time.
Yes, I know it's true
Confirming the truth of previous statements regarding my sexual prowess.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOHNNY WINTER
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