On The Road Again
Simon & Garfunkel Lyrics


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Davy's on the road again
Wearin' different clothes again
Davy's turning handouts down
To keep his pockets clean

All his goods are sold again
His word's as good as gold again
Says if you see Jean now ask her please to pity me
Jean and I we moved along

Since the day - down in the hollow
When the mind went driftin' on
And the feet were soon to follow

Davy's on the road again
Wearin' different clothes again
Davy's turning handouts down
To keep his pockets clean

Sayin' his goodbyes again
Wheels are in his eyes again
Says if you see Jean now ask her please to pity me
Downtown in the big town

Gonna set you back on your heels
With a mouth full of memories
And a lot of stickers for my windshield
Shut the door

Cut the light
Davy want be home tonight
You can wait till the dawn rolls in
You won't see our Davy again

Davy's on the road again
Wearin' different clothes again
Davy's turning handouts down
To keep his pockets clean

Sayin' his goodbyes again
Wheels are in his eyes again
Says if you see Jean now ask her please to pity me
Downtown in the big town

Gonna set you back on your heels
With a mouth full of memories
And a lot of stickers for my windshield
Shut the door

Cut the light
Davy want be home tonight




You can wait till the dawn rolls in
You won't see our Davy again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Davy's on the Road Again" by Simon & Garfunkel tell the story of a man named Davy who is constantly on the move, living a transient lifestyle. The verses depict Davy wearing different clothes and turning down handouts to maintain his independence and keep his pockets clean. The repetition of these lines highlights his nomadic nature and his desire to avoid reliance on others.


The mention of Jean implies a romantic relationship or a close friendship. Davy asks for pity from Jean, possibly indicating that he is struggling or feeling lost on his journey. The phrase "down in the hollow" suggests a place of contemplation or retreat, where Davy's mind begins to wander and his feet follow. This could symbolize his inclination to move and explore, driven by his restless spirit.


The chorus of the song emphasizes Davy's perpetual state of farewell and goodbye. Wheels in his eyes allude to his constant need to travel and see new places. The verses reiterate his plea to ask Jean to pity him, further emphasizing his yearning for connection or support.


The bridge section introduces a contrast between downtown and the big town, suggesting that Davy is experienced in navigating urban environments. The line "Gonna set you back on your heels" evokes a feeling of astonishment or surprise, implying that Davy's experiences on the road will leave a lasting impact. The reference to memories and stickers on the windshield implies that Davy collects mementos from his travels.


The song concludes with Davy's absence, emphasizing that he won't be returning home anytime soon. This further solidifies his nomadic lifestyle and the sense that he is always on the road.


Overall, "Davy's on the Road Again" presents a portrait of a wanderer in search of something elusive, constantly moving from place to place, and never fully settled.


Line by Line Meaning

Davy's on the road again
Davy is once again embarking on a journey


Wearin' different clothes again
He is dressed in new attire, symbolizing a fresh start


Davy's turning handouts down
He refuses to accept charity in order to maintain his self-respect


To keep his pockets clean
He wants to keep his conscience clear and avoid dependence on others


All his goods are sold again
He has once again sold all his belongings


His word's as good as gold again
His promises and commitments are trustworthy


Says if you see Jean now ask her please to pity me
He requests others to ask Jean to feel sympathy for him


Jean and I we moved along
Jean and Davy have continued their journey together


Since the day - down in the hollow
Since the day they were in a low and difficult situation


When the mind went driftin' on
When their thoughts and desires wandered aimlessly


And the feet were soon to follow
And their physical actions followed their wandering thoughts


Sayin' his goodbyes again
He is once again bidding farewell to people


Wheels are in his eyes again
His desire to be on the move is evident in his eyes


Downtown in the big town
They are heading toward the bustling city center


Gonna set you back on your heels
Their arrival will surprise and impress others


With a mouth full of memories
They have many stories and experiences to share


And a lot of stickers for my windshield
Their windshield is adorned with stickers, symbolizing their travels


Shut the door
They close the door behind them, leaving the past behind


Cut the light
They turn off the lights, leaving everything in darkness


Davy won't be home tonight
Davy will not return to his previous life and routines


You can wait till the dawn rolls in
You can wait until morning for Davy to return


You won't see our Davy again
However, Davy will not return, and you will not see him




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN SIMON, ROBBIE ROBERTSON

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@ivankruljac2583

Hello darkness, my old friend
I've come to talk with you again
Because a vision softly creeping
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
And the vision that was planted in my brain
Still remains
Within the sound of silence
In restless dreams I walked alone
Narrow streets of cobblestone
'Neath the halo of a street lamp
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
That split the night
And touched the sound of silence
And in the naked light I saw
Ten thousand people, maybe more
People talking without speaking
People hearing without listening
People writing songs that voices never share
No one dared
Disturb the sound of silence
"Fools" said I, "You do not know
Silence like a cancer grows
Hear my words that I might teach you
Take my arms that I might reach you"
But my words like silent raindrops fell
And echoed in the wells of silence
And the people bowed and prayed
To the neon god they made
And the sign flashed out its warning
In the words that it was forming
And the sign said, "The words of the prophets
Are written on the subway walls
And tenement halls
And whispered in the sounds of silence"



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@wakeythompson

Sometimes I forget that music was once an art and not a business

@FuzzyDabeast

preach

@perrykoons7293

You are very right.. this stuff is real

@AleMeller13

+Jake Thompson Amen

@CheeseBoyz

+Jake Thompson If you read some interviews with Art Garfunkel, it became business at some point.

@Volosous

+Jake Thompson or a way to not go to jail when you beat the hell out of your girlfriend

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@paulmayhew9040

Beautiful

@cavallogianni

Absolutely magical ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@yvonneamarh4008

I'm a registered nurse at a nursing home and this is one of my patient's favorite songs. I always play music for my patients during medication pass. This patient does not speak much so when he asked me if I could play this song for him, I was a bit surprised. When this song is playing, this guy who doesn't talk much, will belt it at the top of his lungs and just smile, and it always brings tears to my eyes. You can tell that he's just remembering back when he was younger. We've made it our daily routine now. I love every aspect of my job, but getting to see my patients happy and smiling is the best reward ever!

@leticiaacevedoespinoza7639

Es una bendici'on para ti y para ellos que estes en sus vidas😊

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