New Orleans
The Blues Brother Band Lyrics


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I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
(I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah)
I said a hey, a hey, hey, yeah
(I said a hey, a hey, hey, yeah)
A come on everybody take a trip with me, well
Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans

They got a honeysuckle growing on a honeysuckle vine
And love is a blooming there all the time
Well every southern belle is a Mississippi queen
Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans


I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
(I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah)
I said a hey, hey, hey, yeah
(I said a hey, hey, hey, yeah)


A come on take a stroll down to Basin street
Listen to the music with that Dixieland beat
Well the magnolia blossoms fill the air
Whoa,whoa, and you ain't been to heaven till you been down there

They got French moss hangin from a big oak tree
Get outta here Jimmy Vaughan take it!


I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
(I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah)
I said a hey, hey, hey, yeah
(I said a hey, hey, hey, yeah)


Come on everybody take a trip with me
(whoo!)
Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans, yeah, yeah.
With a honeysuckle hanging on a honeysuckle vine
Well love is blooming there all the time
Every southern belle is a Mississippi queen
Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans


Yeah, yeah, yeah
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)


Come on take a stroll down to Basin street
Listen to the music with the dixieland beat, yeah
I say, the magnolia blossoms fill the air
And you ain't been to heaven if you ain't been there.
Honeysuckle hanging from a hollow tree
Down in Mississippi down in New Orleans


Well, I said Hey, hey, hey, yeah
(Hey, hey, hey, yeah)




I said a look out John, hey, yeah, yeah
( I said a look out John hey, yeah, yeah)

Overall Meaning

The Blues Brothers’ song “New Orleans” takes listeners on a journey down south to the city of New Orleans, known for its unique blend of music and rich culture. The first verse encourages listeners to “take a trip” down the Mississippi River to New Orleans, where honeysuckle blooms on vines and love is always in the air. The second verse invites the listener to stroll down Basin Street, a famous street in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The music with the Dixieland beat can be heard in the background, creating an atmosphere that is unique to New Orleans. The bridge of the song highlights the magnolia blossoms and how it fills the air, an indication that the city is in full bloom. The final verse concludes by urging the listener to hang out under the trees with the French moss hanging from a big oak tree, which is a nod to the city's many parks and green spaces.


Overall, the song is a celebration of the unique culture and atmosphere of New Orleans, known for its iconic music, food, and traditions. The Blues Brothers' rendition of the song has become a classic, with its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus. It captures the essence of the city, which is why the song remains so popular among music lovers of all ages.


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Line by Line Meaning

I said hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
I am calling everyone's attention and getting everyone excited to come along with me.


A come on everybody take a trip with me, well Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans
Let's take a trip together on the Mississippi river down to the city of New Orleans and enjoy the sights and sounds that it has to offer.


They got a honeysuckle growing on a honeysuckle vine And love is a blooming there all the time Well every southern belle is a Mississippi queen Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans
New Orleans is a place of natural beauty, love, and romance. The women are beautiful and charming, just like queens. This is a place where everyone can experience love and happiness.


Come on take a stroll down to Basin street Listen to the music with that Dixieland beat Well the magnolia blossoms fill the air Whoa,whoa, and you ain't been to heaven till you been down there
Basin Street is a famous street in New Orleans where people can enjoy the music of Dixieland, a style of jazz music. Magnolias are in bloom there and the air is filled with their sweet scent. It is a place of pure bliss and pleasure that is unmatched anywhere else.


They got French moss hangin from a big oak tree Get outta here Jimmy Vaughan take it!
The city of New Orleans is known for its mossy oak trees and the music of Jimmy Vaughan fits perfectly with the vibe of the city.


Come on everybody take a trip with me Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans, yeah, yeah. With a honeysuckle hanging on a honeysuckle vine Well love is blooming there all the time Every southern belle is a Mississippi queen Down the Mississippi down to New Orleans
Let's go on a trip to New Orleans and experience the love and romance that the city has to offer. The city is filled with beautiful women who are like queens, and the scent of honeysuckle adds to the romantic atmosphere. It's a place where love can blossom and thrive.


Come on take a stroll down to Basin street Listen to the music with the dixieland beat, yeah I say, the magnolia blossoms fill the air And you ain't been to heaven if you ain't been there. Honeysuckle hanging from a hollow tree Down in Mississippi down in New Orleans
Let's go for a walk on Basin Street and enjoy the Dixieland music while the scent of magnolias fills the air. New Orleans is like heaven on earth, and the sight of honeysuckle hanging from trees adds to its charm and appeal.


Well, I said Hey, hey, hey, yeah (Hey, hey, hey, yeah) I said a look out John, hey, yeah, yeah ( I said a look out John hey, yeah, yeah)
I am warning John to be careful and watch out for his surroundings while we are in New Orleans, but at the same time, I am still excited and enthusiastic about the trip.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRANK JOSEPH GUIDA, JOSEPH F. ROYSTER

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@alixandrinafortis5044

I love this movie and this segment. So much talent on the same stage. I still look for it and play it to lift my spirits. And after all this time it still does that.

@MegaShiva1

You can say THAT again!

@tomekzleszna7578

I am from Poland - this is my favorite movie (I am 50+) - fantastic music - my older soon likes it also

@johnspottedeagle71

2023 and I still think that was the luckiest kid to be on the stage stacked with legends in the music industry

@RJS3566

The Louisiana Gator Boys Members are: Jeff Baxter (guitar), Gary U.S. Bonds (vocals), Eric Clapton (guitar), Clarence Clemons (sax), Jacques de Johnette (drums), Bo Diddley (guitar), Jon Faddis (trumpet), Isaac Hayes (vocals), Dr. John (piano), B.B. King (guitar), Tommy McDonnell (vocals), Charlie Musselwhite (harmonica), Billy Preston (organ), Lou Rawls (vocals), Joshua Redman (sax), Koko Taylor (vocals), Travis Tritt (guitar), Jimmie Vaughan (guitar), Willie Weeks (bass), Steve Winwood (Hammond organ) and Grover Washington Jr. (sax).

@stevengonzales6597

Steve Lawrence (vocals.)

@martingoodwin8884

Basically the best band imaginable

@tamarau3417

Thank you!

@xarisstylianou

I am so sad that IAM not there !!!! It's the year the music came a live

@williambryant6175

And Paul Schaefer as the MC, and Ms. Erykah Badu presiding over the whole thing

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