Miss the Mississippi and You
Rosanne Cash Lyrics


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I'm growing tired of the big city lights
Tired of the glamor, tired of the size
I'm always dreaming of roaming once more
Back to my home on the old river shore

Days are dark and dreary everywhere I roam
How I long for Mississippi and you
Nothing seems to cheer me under heaven's door
How I miss the Mississippi and you

Roaming the wide world over
Always alone and blue, so blue
I am sad and weary, longing to go home
Yes, I miss the Mississippi and you

Mockingbirds are singing 'round the cabin door
While I dream of Mississippi and you
And my memories are bringing happy days of yore
I have spent in Mississippi with you

Roaming the wide world over
Always alone and blue, so blue
Longing for my homeland on that muddy water shore




Yes, I miss the Mississippi and you
The Mississippi and you

Overall Meaning

In her song "Miss the Mississippi and You," Rosanne Cash paints a picture of longing for her roots while feeling lost in the big city lights. She yearns for the serenity of the Mississippi River and the comfort of familiar surroundings. The imagery of the mockingbirds singing around the cabin door and the memories of happy days spent in Mississippi offer a contrast to the darkness and dreariness of her current situation. The repetition of the line "I miss the Mississippi and you" emphasizes this longing and creates a sense of nostalgia.


The themes of homesickness and nostalgia are common in country music, but the specific reference to the Mississippi River holds special significance. The river has played an important role in American history, serving as a major trade route and site of cultural exchange. In this song, the Mississippi River represents not only a physical place, but also a connection to the singer's roots and heritage.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm growing tired of the big city lights
I'm feeling exhausted by the bright and flashy city life.


Tired of the glamor, tired of the size
The glitz and the exaggerated nature of the city has become overwhelming.


I'm always dreaming of roaming once more
I constantly wish to be free and travel around again.


Back to my home on the old river shore
Returning to my roots and living by the familiar river shore is what I desire.


Days are dark and dreary everywhere I roam
The days are mundane and lonesome wherever I go.


How I long for Mississippi and you
I yearn for Mississippi, the place that comforts me the most, along with a particular someone.


Nothing seems to cheer me under heaven's door
Nothing brightens up my day or makes me feel content, no matter where I am.


How I miss the Mississippi and you
I miss the serenity and familiarity of Mississippi, and most importantly, the company of that one special someone.


Roaming the wide world over
Even though I've traveled far and wide,


Always alone and blue, so blue
I still feel incredibly lonely and melancholic.


I am sad and weary, longing to go home
My heart is heavy and I feel drained, desperate to head back to my beloved home.


Yes, I miss the Mississippi and you
My sadness and loneliness stem from missing Mississippi, and that one special person who resides there.


Mockingbirds are singing 'round the cabin door
The sound of the chirping mockingbirds around the house indicate just how homey and peaceful it is.


While I dream of Mississippi and you
I constantly dream of being in Mississippi and being together with that special person.


And my memories are bringing happy days of yore
My fondest memories are those of when I was in Mississippi, and these happy moments still reside within me.


I have spent in Mississippi with you
I cherish the time I've spent with you in Mississippi.


Longing for my homeland on that muddy water shore
I ache for my home back at the muddy riverbank, where Mississipi warmly holds me in her arms.


Yes, I miss the Mississippi and you
My homesickness and loneliness are not only for the Mississippi, but also for that one special person who resides there.


The Mississippi and you
The Mississippi and you, my beloved, are my heart and soul.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: WILLIAM HEAGNEY

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