Red Wine And Blue Memories
Moe Bandy & Joe Stampley Lyrics
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Pretty long, black, shinny hair
And I heard her say
Do you need a little company
But in that old bar, the lights were dim
And I'll bet she didn't notice them
Two old faithful friends
I've got red wine, blue memories
And a heartache that won't set me free
I've got lots of time for drinkin', lots more time for thinkin'
I've got red wine, blue memories
Then she turned and walked away
Shook her head as if to say
Man you missed a real good time with me
Aw but I just poured another glass
Toasted someone from the past
Some old but not forgotten memory
I've got red wine, blue memories
And a heartache that won't set me free
I've got lots of time for drinkin', lots more time for thinkin'
I've got red wine, blue memories
Red wine, blue memories
The lyrics to Moe Bandy & Joe Stampley's song "Red Wine And Blue Memories" tell the story of a man sitting alone in a dimly-lit bar, nursing his sorrows with a glass of red wine. The man notices a woman with long, black, shiny hair who offers him some companionship, but he declines, choosing instead to drown his sorrows in his memories. The man reflects on a lost love and toasts someone from the past, admitting that he has plenty of time for drinking and thinking about the things that he has lost.
The song is a poignant reminder of the pain that comes from lost love and the healing power of time, but it also speaks to the way that people seek comfort in familiar surroundings and routines. The red wine and blue memories of the title are symbolic of the way that memories are intertwined with sensory experiences like taste and sight, and the way that they can be both comforting and painful for those who have loved and lost.
Line by Line Meaning
When I looked at her, she was standing there
As I gazed upon her, the woman stood before me
Pretty long, black, shinny hair
Her hair was long, black and had a lustrous shine
And I heard her say
I listened as she spoke
Do you need a little company
She asked if I required any company
But in that old bar, the lights were dim
The bar had low lit lights that created a dim ambiance
And I'll bet she didn't notice them
I'm certain she didn't observe the lighting
Two old faithful friends
I was accompanied by two loyal, long-time friends
Right here with me
They were present with me in that moment
I've got red wine, blue memories
My current state consists of consuming red wine and remembering past experiences with sadness
And a heartache that won't set me free
Along with my wine and memories, my heartache continues to torment me
I've got lots of time for drinkin', lots more time for thinkin'
I now have plenty of time to drink and consider my thoughts
Then she turned and walked away
She subsequently turned and left
Shook her head as if to say
As if in thought, she shook her head and left behind a message
Man you missed a real good time with me
She insinuated that I lost an opportunity to spend time with her
Aw but I just poured another glass
Undeterred, I poured another glass of wine
Toasted someone from the past
I lifted my glass in a salutation to someone from my memories
Some old but not forgotten memory
A memory from the past still holds significance for me
Red wine, blue memories
My present state still consists of red wine and sadness-filled memories
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BILLY SHERRILL, CARMOL TAYLOR, MARK SHERRILL
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Temsu Longkumer
One of my favs. Tugs at the very core of the heart everytime I listen to it...a timeless gem of a country song.
Tommy Herbert
He can sing a country song with the best. He's one of my favorites.
Tommy Herbert
This is country music from the heart. One or the best.
Peggy Bagley
Another great song by Joe he is so underrated don't make them anymore like this what a shame
Bradley Earl
Sings from the heart !
Douglas B.
That's a good country song right there, thanks....
Ruth Boykin
Wonderful song, I've always loved it! Thanks J.W.!
J.W. Gauntt
you're very welcome Ruth
Douglas B.
Does it get any better than this??
Irene Robertson
Love this man, he's the best