Tiny Idyll/Lil' Missy
Jolie Holland Lyrics


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Hey little Missy
Don't think we won't miss you
When you go out on the road
When you go out on the road
I know half of the story
Has never been told

Well, I heard you're going up in California
Oh, don't you think we won't be praying for you
Oh, don't you think we won't be praying for you
Oh, we can't do nothing but adore you

Hey little Missy
Don't think we won't miss you
When you go out on the road
When you go out on the road




I know half of the story
Has never been told

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jolie Holland's song "Tiny Idyll/Lil' Missy" are a heartfelt message to someone about to embark on a journey or adventure, presumably a young woman referred to as "little Missy". The singer addresses Missy directly and tells her not to think that she won't be missed when she goes out on the road, suggesting that Missy is leaving home for an extended period of time. The singer also acknowledges that they only know half the story, implying that there is much more to Missy's life and that she is a complex person with a unique story to tell.


Despite the fact that Missy is leaving, the singer promises that they will be praying for her and that they can't help but adore her. This suggests that Missy is leaving behind people who care for her deeply, and who will miss her in her absence. The use of the phrase "little Missy" adds a touch of tenderness and makes it clear that Missy is someone who is loved and valued, perhaps even by people who are not related to her.


Overall, "Tiny Idyll/Lil' Missy" is a beautiful and emotionally honest song that captures the bittersweet feelings of saying goodbye to someone we care about deeply. The lyrics convey a sense of appreciation and affection for this person, even as the singer acknowledges the sadness of their impending departure.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey little Missy
Addressing someone with the nickname Little Missy.


Don't think we won't miss you
We will definitely miss you and your presence around us.


When you go out on the road
When you depart for the journey.


When you go out on the road
When you depart for the journey.


I know half of the story
I am aware of some parts of the story but only half of it.


Has never been told
The other half of the story has not yet been narrated.


Well, I heard you're going up in California
I heard you are traveling to California.


Oh, don't you think we won't be praying for you
We'll surely pray for you, don't doubt it.


Oh, don't you think we won't be praying for you
We'll surely pray for you, don't doubt it.


Oh, we can't do nothing but adore you
We can't resist our admiration and deep affection towards you.


Hey little Missy
Addressing someone with the nickname Little Missy.


Don't think we won't miss you
We will definitely miss you and your presence around us.


When you go out on the road
When you depart for the journey.


When you go out on the road
When you depart for the journey.


I know half of the story
I am aware of some parts of the story but only half of it.


Has never been told
The other half of the story has not yet been narrated.




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