Take me to the limit
Paul Lyrics
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Baby supernova
With desire
You can call me Casanova
Where to go?
I just don't know
When you take me over
When you bull me over
Three rounds over
In my bed
Little four-leaf clover
Think I'm better
Better off dead
When you take me over
When you bull me over
The song Take Me to the Mardi Gras by Paul Simon is about a desire to escape and experience the joyous atmosphere of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The song starts with an invitation to take the listener to the Mardi Gras, where the people sing and play and the dancing is elite, both day and night. The chorus repeats this invitation with a sense of urgency, as the singer wants to hurry to the city of their dreams, where one can "legalize your lows" and wear summer clothes.
The second verse speaks of the ability to lay one's burdens down and rest, with the imagery of resting one's head upon the shore. The singer dreams of wearing a "starry crown" and not wanting for anything. The final verse encourages the listener to let the music of the Mardi Gras wash their soul and to join in the celebration in the streets, jingling to the beat of Jelly Roll.
Throughout the song, Paul Simon captures the excitement and energy of Mardi Gras, inviting the listener to escape their daily troubles and embrace the joyful celebration. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the sights and sounds of the festival, with music in the streets, dancing, and the freedom to express oneself.
Overall, the song Take Me to the Mardi Gras by Paul Simon is a celebration of the carefree spirit and joyous energy of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, with lyrics that encourage listeners to escape from their burdens and join in the celebration.
Line by Line Meaning
C'mon take me to the Mardi Gras
Let's go to the Mardi Gras
Where the people sing and play
Where the locals are always singing and playing music
Where the dancing is elite
Where the dancing is top-notch
And there's music in the street
And there's always music playing in the streets
Both night and day
All day and night long
Hurry take me to the Mardi Gras
Quickly take me to the Mardi Gras
In the city of my dreams
In the city I've always dreamed of visiting
You can legalize your lows
You can be yourself and let loose without judgement
You can wear your summer clothes
You can dress comfortably in light clothing
In the New Orleans
In the city of New Orleans
And I will lay my burden down
I'll finally be able to relax and let go of my worries
Rest my head upon that shore
And rest my head on the beach
And when I wear that starry crown
And when I feel like royalty
I won't be wanting anymore
I will have everything I need at the Mardi Gras
Take your burdens to the Mardi Gras
Bring your problems to the Mardi Gras
Let the music wash your soul (let it wash your soul)
Allow the music to cleanse your soul
You can mingle in the street
You can socialize in the street
You can jingle to the beat
And dance to the rhythm of the music
Of Jelly Roll
Played by the famous Jelly Roll Morton
Toomba, toomba, toomba, Mardi Gras
Toomba, toomba, toomba--it's the Mardi Gras!
Toomba, toomba, toomba, hey
Toomba, toomba, toomba--hey!
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Steven Harding II
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
funkerman7
He's so underrated. Could've became world beater if he wouldve released I Feel Change as a normal single, absolutely sick. My Lifelike alternative
Charles & Carmichael
Awesome tune!!!!!
alexdaftpunk91
love this
Steven S
Masterpiece I daresay
slytown
Paul looks like Moulinex's brother. :) Nice track.
Bryan Le Garçon
Yes ?! Or Calvin Harris? what do you say
g man
This guy is brilliant i think he's better than david guetta
Bryan Le Garçon
No this Moulinex :)
Romaine Drummonds
@alexdaftpunk91 thanx for getting me into good music. :D
funkerman7
@slytown he looks like Totti