Come On Eileen
Sara Evans Lyrics

Poor old Johnnie Ray
Johnnie Ray, although he was loved by many, was actually quite sad due to his experiences.

Sounded sad upon the radio
Johnnie Ray's loneliness was often reflected in his music, and could be felt by anyone who listened to him on the radio.

Moved a million hearts in mono
Despite his sadness, Johnnie Ray's music moved and touched the hearts of millions of people who listened to it.

Our mothers cried
Johnnie Ray's music was emotional and powerful enough to make even our mothers cry.

Sang along, who'd blame them?
It's understandable that people would sing along to Johnnie Ray's music, given its emotional and captivating nature.

You've grown (So grown up!)
You have matured over the years.

So grown (So grown up!)
You have matured even more than we could have ever anticipated.

Now I must say more than ever
There is something I need to express to you now more than ever.

(Come on, Eileen)
Hey Eileen, let's go ahead and do this thing together!

Too-ra-loo-ra, too-ra-loo-rye, ay
A meaningless refrain that emphasizes the celebratory nature of this song.

And we can sing just like our fathers
Like our fathers before us, we have the ability to sing and enjoy the music of our time.

Oh, I swear (What he means)
The artist feels very strongly about what he is saying.

At this moment you mean everything
At this moment, the person being addressed is everything to the singer.

You in that dress
The singer admires the person being addressed, specifically for her choice of dress.

My thoughts (I confess)
The singer admits that his thoughts have turned somewhat inappropriate.

Verge on dirty
The artist's thoughts contain sexual connotations.

These people round here
The people present in this environment.

Were beaten down, eyes sunk in smoke-dried face
These people look tired and worn out from their life situations.

They're so resigned to what their fate is
These people have given up hope and have accepted their life situations as they are.

Not us (No never)
We refuse to give up hope or accept our current lot in life.

But not us (Not ever)
Under any circumstances, we refuse to give up hope or accept our current lot in life.

We are far too young and clever
As young, clever people, we have the tools and ability to change our circumstances for the better.

(Remember)
Remember this important point.

Take off everything
Undress yourself.

That pretty red dress
The singer is enamored with the person being addressed in her red dress.

Eileen (Tell him yes)
The singer encourages Eileen to remove her clothing and engage with him sexually.

Now you're full grown
You have fully matured and are an adult now.

Now you have shown
You have demonstrated your maturity and ability to handle adult situations.

Things round here have changed
The artist has noticed significant changes in their environment and situation.

These things they are real and I know (So grown)
I understand the realities of life in this situation, which has led to my own personal growth.

Come on Eileen
The singer implores Eileen to join him in a sexual encounter.