Congo Square
Landreth Sonny Lyrics
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Sonny Landreth, Mel Melton, Dave Ranson
might be superstition but some kind of somethin'
Goin' on down there
It might be superstition but some kind of somethin'
Goin' on down there
It's an old time tradition when they play their
you can hear 'em in the distance
And the old folks up the bayou say a prayer
You can hear 'em in the distance
And the old folks up the bayou say a prayer
That's when the voodoo people gather
And they play their drums at night in Congo Square
... voodoo people
my eyes were not believin'
What I seen there but I could not turn away
My eyes were not believin'
What I seen there but I could not turn away
They had that mojo in motion
And I seen 'em dance in trance with that snake
... snake dance
it might be superstition
But when I hear 'em in the night I say a prayer
Yeah it might be superstition
But when I hear 'em in the night I say a prayer
Because I respects tradition
Like the kind they carry on in Congo Square
... Congo Square
The lyrics to Sonny Landreth's song Congo Square tell of a mysterious and spiritual gathering that takes place in the Congo Square in New Orleans, Louisiana. The songwriter suggests that while it may just be superstition, there seems to be some kind of powerful energy emanating from the square. The tradition dates back to a time when African slaves were brought to the city and forced to practice their religion in secret. The main focus of the song is the drumming that can be heard coming from the square at night, which is said to be performed by the voodoo people who gather there.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the scene, describing how the sound of the drums carries for miles and can be heard by the "old folks up the bayou," who say a prayer. The singer is drawn to the square and watches in amazement at the dancers who are in a trance-like state. The snake dance, which is referenced in the lyrics, was a popular voodoo ritual that was performed in the Congo Square. The song ends with the statement that while it might be superstition, the singer respects the tradition and the power of the Congo Square.
Line by Line Meaning
might be superstition but some kind of somethin'
Although it may be superstition, something mysterious is happening.
Goin' on down there
Something is happening in the area being referred to.
It's an old time tradition when they play their Drums at night in Congo Square
Playing drums is an old tradition in Congo Square during night time.
You can hear 'em in the distance
The sound of the drums can be heard far away.
And the old folks up the bayou say a prayer
People who live in the bayou region say prayers when they hear the distant drumming.
That's when the voodoo people gather And they play their drums at night in Congo Square
The voodoo people gather and play their drums in Congo Square at night during this time.
my eyes were not believin'
I couldn't believe what I was seeing.
What I seen there but I could not turn away
Although I was witnessing unusual and possibly scary things, I couldn't look away.
They had that mojo in motion
The voodoo people were in a kind of trance and the energy was palpable.
And I seen 'em dance in trance with that snake
I saw them dancing in a trance with a snake.
it might be superstition But when I hear 'em in the night I say a prayer
Although it might be superstitious, when I hear the drumming at night, I say a prayer.
Because I respects tradition
I respect the traditions and history of the area and its people.
Like the kind they carry on in Congo Square
The traditions that are upheld in Congo Square are especially worthy of respect.
Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp.
Written by: Dave Raonson, Mel Melton, Sonny Landreth
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@eddygortex
Two humble and extremely talented guitarists complimenting each other and no duelling or egos and let’s have a thumbs up for the drummer .
@rickmoore5943
Pure bliss
@gratefulape12
Music making at the highest level. Everyone in the wings getting a guitar lesson, as a bonus. 😉
@perisbrodsky4242
@@goodun2974 Ranson, 'tis.
@strings53notlob50
I love them both and yes I know they’re different styles different players but, if this was a competition Derek trucks just kicked ass with no mercy. My humble opinion.
@gratefulape12
Derek's first solo might be one of the best I've heard, and Sonny - being the consumate musician - gives him the perfect launchpad. And then what Sonny plays leading into the rideout... wow
@peterfriedman2830
Sonny's is the best roaring and growling guitar you'll ever hear, Derek's is the best screaming and wailing. what more could a bluesy-rock slide guitar-lover ever ask for?
@edwardescobar500
...nothing
@isaacpike2348
Jack Pearson
@JasonLumbatis
It is a beautiful conversation between Leo and Les ain’t it??
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