The duo had a successful musical career throughout the '30s and '40s and into the '50s. The Delmore Brothers toured and recorded until Rabon's death in 1952. After his brother's death Alton recorded some solo material, but achieved little commercial success. Alton died in 1964.
Don't Let My Ramblin Bother Your Mind
The Delmore Brothers Lyrics
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Woke up this morning feeling blue
I dreamed I saw my little honey-babe
Leaving on that Number Two
Don′t you let my ramblin' bother your mind
Don′t you let my ramblin' round here bother your mind
I love my girl, I surely do
And if she every started triflin' on me
It′s hard to tell just what I′d do
Don't you let my ramblin′ bother your mind
Don't you let my ramblin′ round here bother your mind
I've seen the sunshine and the rain
I′ve seen the sunshine and the rain
I've learned a lesson from a false-hearted girl
And I don't want to learn again
Don′t you let my ramblin′ bother your mind
Don't you let my ramblin′ round here bother your mind
Don't ever want to settle down
Don′t ever want to settle down
I had some trouble with that sugarbabe of mine
Gonna pack my grip and leave this town
Don't you let my ramblin′ bother your mind
Don't you let my ramblin' round here bother your mind
Don′t you let my ramblin′ bother your mind
Don't you let my ramblin′ round here bother your mind
The song “Don't Let My Ramblin Bother Your Mind” by The Delmore Brothers is a classic example of a blues song that talks about a man waking up feeling blue after dreaming about his girl leaving on a train. The man also talks about his love for his girl and how he does not want to settle down due to some trouble he had with her. He reflects on his experiences and learns from them, not wanting to make the same mistake again. He urges his girl not to let his rambling thoughts and actions bother her mind as he makes his way in the world.
The repetition of the phrase “Don't you let my ramblin' bother your mind” throughout the song suggests an underlying worry about how his actions and thoughts might affect his girl’s state of mind. It can be interpreted as a plea for her not to be too concerned about him as he goes through life, trying to find his place in the world. The song’s upbeat tempo and simple melody contrast with the melancholic and introspective nature of the lyrics. The combination of these elements creates a sense of both sadness and optimism, reflecting the complexities of life and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up this morning feeling blue
I woke up this morning with a feeling of sadness.
I dreamed I saw my little honey-babe Leaving on that Number Two
I had a dream that my girlfriend was leaving on a train.
Don't you let my ramblin' bother your mind
Please don't worry about me being restless and wandering.
I love my girl, I surely do
I love my girlfriend very much.
And if she every started triflin' on me It's hard to tell just what I'd do
If she ever cheats on me, I'm not sure how I'll react.
I've seen the sunshine and the rain
I've experienced both good and bad times.
I've learned a lesson from a false-hearted girl And I don't want to learn again
I've been hurt before by a girl and don't want to go through that again.
Don't ever want to settle down
I don't want to ever commit to one place or person.
I had some trouble with that sugarbabe of mine Gonna pack my grip and leave this town
I had some problems with my girlfriend, so I'm leaving town.
Don't you let my ramblin' round here bother your mind
Please don't worry about my restless nature and wandering.
Writer(s): Rabon Delmore, Alton Delmore
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