Georgia on My Mind
Matt Monro Lyrics
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The whole day through (the whole day through)
Just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
I'm say Georgia, Georgia
A song of you (a song of you)
Comes as sweet and clear
Other arms reach out to me
Other eyes smile tenderly
Still in peaceful dreams I see
The road leads back to you
I said Georgia, oh Georgia
No peace I find (peace I find)
Just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
Other arms reach out to me
Other eyes smile tenderly
Still in peaceful dreams I see
The road leads back to you
Woah, Georgia, Georgia
No peace, no peace I find
Just an old, sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
I said just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind
The song "Georgia on My Mind" was originally composed by Hoagy Carmichael in 1930, and it gained widespread popularity with Ray Charles' version in 1960. Matt Monro's version was released in 1965, and it remains a classic in its own right. The lyrics of the song depict the singer's longing for Georgia and how the memories of the state keep haunting him.
The opening lines of the song express the singer's affection for Georgia, which continues throughout the song, as he sings "Georgia on my mind" repeatedly. He describes the state as a place where he finds peace, and the memories of it remain with him even when he is far away. The third verse of the song talks about how the singer sees himself returning to Georgia, even in his dreams.
The lines "Other arms reach out to me, Other eyes smile tenderly" in the second and fifth verse imply that the singer is torn between his love for Georgia and the people he meets elsewhere. The song's melody and lyrics aptly complement each other in expressing the singer's state of mind, and the song has become a timeless classic that has been covered by several artists over the years.
Line by Line Meaning
Georgia, Georgia
Addressing the state of Georgia, the singer acknowledges the place's significance in his life.
The whole day through (the whole day through)
Throughout the day, without any break, the singer's thoughts are consumed by Georgia.
Just an old sweet song
The singer refers to a nostalgic tune that reminds him of Georgia.
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
Listening to the song about Georgia causes the singer to constantly think about the state.
A song of you (a song of you)
The singer describes a sentimental song he associates with Georgia.
Comes as sweet and clear
The song is beautiful and easy to hear, suggesting the singer enjoys it a lot.
As moonlight through the pines
The song is as bright and serene as the moon's reflection on pine trees.
Other arms reach out to me
Despite being far from Georgia, other people are available to offer the singer comfort.
Other eyes smile tenderly
Even though he's not in Georgia, other people's kindness brings him joy.
Still in peaceful dreams I see
In his calmest moments, the singer visualizes a journey back to Georgia.
The road leads back to you
The journey's destination is Georgia, signifying its importance to the singer.
No peace I find (peace I find)
Despite the comfort others offer, the singer cannot rest because of his longing for Georgia.
Woah, Georgia, Georgia
The repetition of Georgia's name reflects the strong emotions associated with the state.
Just an old, sweet song
Again, the singer refers to the song that reminds him of Georgia.
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
The song continuously causes the singer to reminisce about Georgia.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorell
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Jim Hunter
on Dancing With Tears In My Eyes
looked for this one for a long time, he's the best.