Tipitina
Professor Longhair & The Meters Lyrics

Tipitina tra la la la
The singer is singing about Tipitina, using a playful and repetitive melody.

Whoa la la la-ah tra la la
Continuation of the playful and repetitive melody, emphasizing the fun and carefree nature of the song.

Tipitina, oola malla walla dalla
In a humorous manner, the singer suggests that Tipitina, represented as 'little mama,' wants some money.

Tra ma tra la la
Continuation of the playful and repetitive melody.

Hey Loberta, oh poor Loberta
The artist addresses Loberta and expresses concern for her unfortunate circumstances.

Girl you hear me calling you
The singer attempts to get Loberta's attention, possibly to offer help or advice.

Well you're three times seven, baby
The singer remarks on Loberta's age, suggesting that she is old enough to make her own decisions.

Knows what you want to do
The artist believes that Loberta is aware of what actions she wants to take in her life.

Say Loberta, oh poor Loberta
The artist continues to express their concern for Loberta, using a sympathetic tone.

Girl, you tell me where you been
The artist asks Loberta about her whereabouts, perhaps trying to understand her situation better.

When you come home this morning, honey
The singer knows that Loberta was out late the previous night, suggesting a potentially problematic lifestyle.

You had your belly full of gin
The artist reports that Loberta was drinking heavily, implying that she may have a drinking problem or engages in risky behavior.

I'll say hurry, hurry, come on Loberta
The singer urgently asks Loberta to come with them, likely to go home or elsewhere away from her current situation.

Girl, you have company waiting for you at home
The singer reminds Loberta that there are people who care about her and want her to be safe and happy.

Why don't you hurry little Loberta girl, hurry
The singer continues to encourage and prompt Loberta to hurry up and follow them.

Don't leave that boy alone
The artist implies that Loberta leaving a boy behind is not ideal or safe, suggesting potentially harmful or risky situations in which Loberta may find herself.

Come on baby, we're going balling
The artist is suggesting that they and Loberta have a night out to enjoy themselves and blow off steam.

We're gonna have ourselves a good time
The singer is expressing enthusiasm for the upcoming night, emphasizing the fun and carefree nature of it.

We gonna hoola tralla walla malla dalla
The singer uses playful nonsense words to convey a sense of excitement and anticipation.

Drink some mellow wine
The artist suggests that they will consume alcohol, but it will be calm and relaxed rather than the heavy drinking that Loberta engaged in earlier.