Sorrow
Peter Paul And Mary Lyrics
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I've seen trouble all my day
I'm going back to California,
Place where I was partly raised.
All through this world, I'm bound to ramble.
Through storm and wind, through sleet and rain
I'm bound to ride that northern railroad,
Perhaps I'll take the very next train.
You'll never see my face no more.
There is just one promise that's given.
We'll sail on God's golden shore.
I am a man of constant sorrow,
I've seen trouble all my day
I'm going back to California,
Place where I was partly raised.
The first verse of "Sorrow" by Peter Paul and Mary paints the picture of a man who has seen his fair share of hardship and adversity. The singer of the song describes himself as a man of constant sorrow, and has been through a lot in his life. He is planning to return to California, the place where he was raised, but he knows that his journey will not be an easy one. He is prepared to face any challenge that comes his way, whether it be stormy weather or treacherous terrain. Despite the fact that he is a stranger to many of the people he meets on his journey, the singer is determined to keep pushing forward towards his destination.
Line by Line Meaning
I am a man of constant sorrow,
I am someone who has frequently experienced sadness and misery throughout my life.
I've seen trouble all my day
I have experienced problems and difficulties for as long as I can remember.
I'm going back to California,
I am returning to California, the place where I spent some of my childhood and have fond memories of.
Place where I was partly raised.
It is a location where I have some roots and have spent a significant amount of time growing up.
All through this world, I'm bound to ramble.
I am sure to keep traveling and exploring different parts of the world.
Through storm and wind, through sleet and rain
I am willing to endure difficult and unpleasant situations and weather conditions in my travels.
I'm bound to ride that northern railroad,
I have a strong desire to travel on the northern railroad, which may be a symbol of my life journey.
Perhaps I'll take the very next train.
I am open to taking opportunities and making spontaneous decisions in my travels.
Your friends they say I am a stranger.
Your friends see me as an outsider or unfamiliar person.
You'll never see my face no more.
It's possible that I won't be back to see you again.
There is just one promise that's given.
There is only one thing that is certain.
We'll sail on God's golden shore.
We will experience a blessed and peaceful afterlife in heaven.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NOEL PAUL STOOKEY, PETER YARROW
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