Black Velvet
Riana Nel Lyrics

Mississippi in the middle of a dry spell
The state of Mississippi is experiencing a drought.

Jimmy Rodgers on the Victrola up high
The song playing on the Victrola is by the famous musician Jimmy Rodgers.

Mama's dancin' with baby on her shoulder
A mother is dancing while carrying her baby on her shoulder.

The sun is settin' like molasses in the sky
The sunset is a slow and steady process, much like molasses pouring out.

The boy could sing, knew how to move ev'rything
The boy had a great singing voice and was an excellent dancer.

Always wanting more, he'd leave you longing for
The boy was always striving to improve and impress, leaving those around him wanting more.

Black velvet and that little boy smile
The boy had a charming smile and wore black velvet clothing.

Black velvet with that slow southern style
The boy had a slow, smooth style of singing associated with the southern United States, and he often wore black velvet clothing.

A new religion that'll bring you to your knees
The boy's music had such an impact on people that it had the power to make them feel reverent and humble, as if before a god.

Black velvet if you please
Black velvet is a preferred material and style for the boy's clothing and overall aesthetic.

Up in Memphis the music's like a heat wave
The music in Memphis is incredibly hot and passionate, like a heat wave washing over the city.

White Lightnin' bound to drive you wild
The music playing, called White Lightning, is sure to make people dance and feel uncontrollable emotions.

Mama's baby's in the heart of ev'ry school girl
All the young girls are crazy in love with the boy, as if he were their own child.

"Love Me Tender" leaves 'em cryin' in the aisle
The song Love Me Tender is so emotional that it makes people cry uncontrollably.

The way he moved, it was a sin, so sweet and true
The boy danced so well that it felt transgressive or sinful, but at the same time it was absolutely beautiful and genuine.

Ev'ry word of ev'ry song that he sang was for you
Every single song that the boy sang was dedicated to his listeners, making them feel special and loved.

In a flash he was gone, it happened so soon
The boy disappeared suddenly and quickly, leaving a void for his fans and loved ones.

What could you do?
There was nothing anyone could do to hold onto the boy, who was destined for something greater.

If you please
This is a polite way of asking if the listener would like something or if everything is okay.