Georgia On My Mind
Ray Charles & Orchestra Lyrics
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The whole day through
Just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
I said Georgia
Georgia
A song of you
As moonlight through the pines
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
Ooh Georgia, no 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
Whoa, Georgia
Georgia
No peace, no peace I find
Just this old, sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind
I said just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind
"Georgia On My Mind" is a timeless song that evokes memories and emotions associated with the state of Georgia. The lyrics are a tribute to the singer's home and describe the longing for a sense of peace and comfort that only Georgia can provide. The phrase "Georgia on my mind" underscores the singer's attachment to the state and how it occupies their every thought.
The song's opening line "Georgia, Georgia/The whole day through" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer describes how the state is always at the forefront of their mind, no matter where they are or what they're doing. They are haunted by the memories of Georgia, and the only thing that provides them with any solace is a sweet song that reminds them of the state.
In the chorus, the singer pleads with Georgia to provide them with inner peace. Despite the many distractions and temptations the world has to offer, the memory of Georgia is a constant presence that cannot be ignored. The other arms and eyes mentioned in the song are no match for the singer's love for Georgia.
Overall, "Georgia On My Mind" is a beautifully crafted song that speaks to the soul of anyone who has ever longed for a sense of home and belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
Georgia, Georgia
Ray Charles is singing about his love for the state of Georgia.
The whole day through
He can't stop thinking about Georgia all day.
Just an old sweet song
Ray Charles is saying that although life has changed, hearing a song about Georgia makes him feel like he's right back there.
Keeps Georgia on my mind (Georgia on my mind)
This phrase is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing how deeply Ray Charles is influenced by Georgia.
I said Georgia
Ray Charles repeats the state name several times to really drive home how much he loves it.
Georgia
Ray Charles loves Georgia so much that just hearing it said aloud brings him joy.
A song of you
Ray Charles is talking about how special Georgia is to him, and how he thinks of it as a person he loves.
Comes as sweet and clear
Even when he's far away, Ray Charles feels like he's right there in Georgia because it's such a vivid memory to him.
As moonlight through the pines
Georgia feels magical to Ray Charles, highlighted by the comparison to the romantic image of moonlight through trees.
Other arms reach out to me
Ray Charles admits that he's tempted by other opportunities, but his heart always leads him back to Georgia.
Other eyes smile tenderly
He feels himself drawn in by other people with kindness in their hearts, but ultimately Georgia wins out.
Still in peaceful dreams I see
Even when he's asleep, Ray Charles still finds himself dreaming of Georgia.
The road leads back to you
No matter where life takes him, Ray Charles knows that he'll always be called back to Georgia eventually.
Ooh Georgia, no peace I find
Despite all the peace Georgia brings him, Ray Charles admits that peace is elusive in other areas of his life.
Just this old, sweet song
Ray Charles expresses a deep sentimentality towards the song itself, and what it represents to him.
Lyrics © CAMPBELL CONNELLY FRANCE
Written by: Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mercury
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Trumpet-01 Rocket
Being from Georgia, this is one of the short few songs that chokes me up. It gets down into your bones. The chords and progressions are ridiculously emotional. Sing it Ray
Icess Swantice
Just beautiful, I’ve been looking for this version. Finally found it! Thank you!! So soulful that you can feel the music; beautiful!!!
Mark Lewis
I don't think anyone could sing this song nearly as well as Ray Charles. RIP 💙
Štefan Kolesar
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Cover with Passion & Karaoke
He literally hovers on the orchestra's sound carpet. What a gifted musician. At 3:06 = soul food. ☺
Vickie Habakangas
so much meaning in his music, blues in every aspect. ray Charles u are the man. nobody can top you buddie
John Jones
Mr. Ray Charles, Gifted Maestro of Music, Song, and Soul.
Millezuella Z.
Thank you Mr. Ray Charles for your music .. thank you !!! R.I.P. you will never forget !
David E Ferguson Sr
Lord when you decide to call me home, please send me thru Georgia one last time :-) This songs proves why Ray Charles is a genius