Come On In My Kitchen
The Allman Brothers Band Lyrics
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'Cause it's sure to be rainin' outdoors
When a woman's in trouble everybody puts her down
She looks for her good man, Lord, he can't be found
'Cause it's goin' to be rainin' outdoors
There's a cold wind blowin', leaves tremblin' on the trees
Don't you know that that good girl, ya, she's leaving me?
You better come on into my kitchen
'Cause it's going to be rainin' outdoors
The woman I've been lovin' left with my best friend
That joker got lucky, stole her back again
You better come on into my kitchen
'Cause it's going to be raining outdoors
Well, that good girl's leavin', she ain't comin' back
Took her last nickel from her notion sack
You better come on into my kitchen
'Cause it's goin' to be rainin' outdoors
Mama's dead and gone, father's nowheres to be
I ain't got nobody to love and care for me
You better come on into my kitchen
'Cause it's goin' to be rainin' outdoors
Yes, it's goin' to be rainin' outdoors
Yes, it's goin' to be rainin' outdoors
The Allman Brothers Band's "Come on in My Kitchen" is a cover of a song originally written and performed by blues legend Robert Johnson. The song tells the story of a man facing a series of troubles, from a woman leaving him for his best friend to the loss of his parents. In the face of these hardships, he invites the listener to come into his kitchen, indicating a need for companionship and support during tough times.
The verse "When a woman's in trouble everybody puts her down, she looks for her good man, Lord, he can't be found" speaks to the lack of societal support for women when they face difficult situations. The verse "Mama's dead and gone, father's nowheres to be, I ain't got nobody to love and care for me" highlights the loneliness and isolation the singer is experiencing. Despite these challenges, the song ends on a note of resolve as the character acknowledges that it's going to be raining outdoors and invites the listener to join him in his kitchen.
Overall, "Come on in My Kitchen" captures the spirit of the blues, characterized by its characters' struggles and seeking of connection and solace in community and music.
Line by Line Meaning
You better come on into my kitchen
I'm inviting you to come inside and seek shelter from the rain.
'Cause it's sure to be rainin' outdoors
It's raining heavily outside and seeking shelter is the best option.
When a woman's in trouble everybody puts her down
Women are often criticized or blamed for their problems when they need help.
She looks for her good man, Lord, he can't be found
Even when a woman seeks help from the man she trusts, he may not be available or willing to help.
There's a cold wind blowin', leaves tremblin' on the trees
The weather outside is harsh and unpleasant, with strong winds and trembling trees.
Don't you know that that good girl, ya, she's leaving me?
The singer's partner, who he views as a good person, is leaving him.
The woman I've been lovin' left with my best friend
The singer's partner left him for his best friend.
That joker got lucky, stole her back again
The singer's best friend managed to win back the singer's partner despite being called a 'joker.'
Well, that good girl's leavin', she ain't comin' back
The singer's partner has left him for good and is not returning.
Took her last nickel from her notion sack
The singer's partner took all of her possessions, even the small amount of money she had left.
Mama's dead and gone, father's nowheres to be
The singer's mother has passed away and his father is absent or missing.
I ain't got nobody to love and care for me
The singer is alone and has nobody to support or care for him.
Yes, it's goin' to be rainin' outdoors
The rain is still pouring outside.
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@nathanfloyd098
You better come on into my kitchen
Cause it's sure to be raining outdoors
When a woman's in trouble
Everybody puts her down
She look for her good man
Lord he can't be found
You better come on
Into my kitchen
Because it's going to be raining outdoors
There's a cold wind blowing
Leaves tremblin' on the trees
Don't you know that that good girl
Ya she's leaving me
You better come on
Into my kitchen
cause it's going to be raining outdoors
The woman I've been loving
Left with my best friend
That joker got lucky
Stole her back again
You better come on
Into my kitchen
Cause it's going to be raining outdoors
Well that good girl's leaving
She ain't coming back
Took her last nickel from her notion sack
You better come on
Into my kitchen
Cause it's going to be raining outdoors
Mama's dead and gone
Father's no where's to be
I ain't got nobody
To love and care for me
You better come on
Into my kitchen
Cause it's going to be raining outdoors
Yes, it's going to be raining outdoors
Yes, it's going to be raining outdoors
@unsensibleshoes6673
In my opinion the original Allman Brothers Band is the best rock group of all time.
@RNFORLAW
I've been listening to the ABB since Junior HS (1977-78). No shticks or gimmicks, just PURE soul-FULL music created by talented musicians. Unfortunately, today's music is nursery rhymed corporate lip synced garbage created for the masses then marketed with lots of shinny objects. Wake the fuck up... and listen to the music ! ~ Peace
@dwaynewladyka577
Rest in peace Gregg Allman. Thanks for the great music.
@crystalhernandez5097
Amen!
@DavidSamuelPeckinpah
These boys didn't play music they felt it... They spoke it.
@leonardduke6791
what the hell is wrong with the people that put 21 thumbs down....it don't get no more real than this....I live here in Macon ga....and Skynyrd and the Allman Brothers are the best 2 bands that will ever be....RIP Gregg,Duane,Barry,Ronnie van zant,Allen Collins,Steve gains,Butch,and all the rest that define southern rock and roll!!!!
@gailhalldorson4648
Forget those assholes. They are in the wrong universe!
@MrAlanrobin
they are like the jamaicans they think dislike is dis-I like!
@randystallard8079
21 down WTF!!!!! Nothing n I mean nothing better than this soul shakin kick ass music!!!!!!!!!
@marcgambell2767
Im sure they are not from Macon and obviously do not understand heartfelt soul seeking music.