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She’s one of the most instantly recognizable voices in music - the woman People magazine called “Country’s Bonnie Raitt.” From the first time Lacy J. Dalton caught the public’s ear, that soulful delivery, full of texture and grit, was a mainstay of country music. When you sit down to listen to a Lacy J. Dalton album, you find yourself pulled in by the very power and heart in this vocalist, because she’s not merely performing a ten-song set, she’s bringing each and every tune to life.

Lacy J. Dalton’s music is a product of her wide-ranging musical tastes. She was born in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, into a family of music lovers. Her father played a variety of stringed instruments, sang and wrote songs. Her mother played guitar and sang harmony, and her sister was a pianist. Lacy’s early influences were the folk and rock sounds of Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. She’s always been a writer and artist who loved music with a message and lyrics that somehow brought a new awareness to the listener. She retains this love of material with a purpose, and her songwriting reflects that appreciation.

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Jambalaya
Lacy J. Dalton Lyrics

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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, a-crawfish pie and a-filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my little cher amigo
I'm gonna pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh

Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou

Thibodeaux, Fontainebleau, the place is buzzin'
Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Dress in style, go hog wild and be gay-oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou

Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and a-filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my little cher amigo

I'm gonna pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lacy J. Dalton's song "Jambalaya" describe a lively scene in which the singer bids farewell to a person named Joe and expresses the need to go on an adventure down the bayou. The mention of "pole the pirogue" refers to maneuvering a small flat-bottomed boat traditionally used in the Louisiana swamps. The singer addresses their beloved Yvonne as the "sweetest one" and expresses excitement for the fun they will have together on their venture.

The chorus of the song mentions some popular Louisiana dishes, including jambalaya (a spicy rice dish usually made with sausage, shrimp, and vegetables), crawfish pie (a savory pastry filled with crawfish tail meat), and filé gumbo (a thick stew-like dish made with a roux base and seafood or meat). The singer's anticipation heightens as they look forward to seeing their "little cher amigo" and plans to play guitar, drink from a fruit jar, and enjoy themselves to the fullest.

In the second verse, the lyrics mention specific places such as Thibodeaux and Fontainebleau, where festivities are taking place and Yvonne is being visited by a crowd of kinfolk. The atmosphere is described as buzzing with excitement as everyone dresses stylishly and lets loose, fully embracing the joyous spirit of the bayou.

Overall, "Jambalaya" is a spirited and celebratory song that captures the lively culture and traditions of Louisiana, with its vibrant music, delicious cuisine, and a sense of community and togetherness.

Line by Line Meaning

Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh, my oh
Farewell Joe, I must depart, oh dear, oh my

Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou
I have to navigate the dugout canoe along the bayou

My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh, my oh
My Yvonne, the most delightful one, oh dear, oh my

Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Oh my goodness, we will have great enjoyment on the bayou

Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and a-filé gumbo
Jambalaya, a dish with crawfish pie and filé gumbo

'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my little cher amigo
Because tonight I will meet my dear friend

I'm gonna pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh
I will play the guitar, fill a jar with fruit, and be joyful

Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Oh my goodness, we will have great enjoyment on the bayou

Thibodeaux, Fontainebleau, the place is buzzin'
Thibodeaux, Fontainebleau, the location is bustling with activity

Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Relatives arrive in large numbers to visit Yvonne

Dress in style, go hog wild and be gay-oh
Dress elegantly, become wildly enthusiastic, and be joyful

Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Oh my goodness, we will have great enjoyment on the bayou

Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and a-filé gumbo
Jambalaya, a dish with crawfish pie and filé gumbo

'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my little cher amigo
Because tonight I will meet my dear friend

I'm gonna pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh
I will play the guitar, fill a jar with fruit, and be joyful

Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Oh my goodness, we will have great enjoyment on the bayou

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hank Williams, Sr.

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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 craw fish pie and filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
The Thibodaux's, the fontenot's, 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 craw fish pie and filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a craw fish pie and filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou