Vocals, Guitar / Andrew Thompson
Drums, Bass, Vocals / Matthew Thompson
New Orleans
The Massacoustics Lyrics
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Before she started school she taught herself the magic
Now there's not a soul alive resistant to her spells
She thought she might as well try New Orleans
Suburban boy with not much stuff to lose, he was hopeless
Dropping out of college made him choose the dope fix
Caught up in the politics of a little town cartel
He thought he could save himself in New Orleans
On and on it goes
Bourbon overflows
The people who carry it on into morning
Oh, New Orleans
I once was making music for myself, so happy
Till I overheard somebody talk of wealth in the Big Easy
Yeah, I recycle cover tunes for the posers and the voodoo queens
We're all just stuck it seems in New Orleans
On and on it goes
Bourbon overflows
The people who carry it on into morning
Oh, New Orleans
On and on it goes
Bourbon overflows
The people who carry it on into morning
Oh, New Orleans
On and on it goes
Bourbon overflows
The people who carry it on into morning
Oh, New Orleans
Oh, New Orleans
Oh, New Orleans
Oh, New Orleans
The song "New Orleans" by The Massacoustics is a descriptive commentary about the different kinds of people that are drawn to the city of New Orleans, as well as the energy and experiences that one is bound to encounter within the city limits. The first verse is about a woman who grew up on an isolated island in the South Atlantic, where she learned her mystical powers, making her reputation inescapable. She ventures out to try her powers in New Orleans, a city known for its tradition of voodoo and spiritualism.
The second verse tells the story of a suburban boy who becomes drawn to New Orleans as a means of escaping the troubles of his previous life, which included college dropout and getting involved in a drug cartel. He is drawn to the city because he believes that he can save himself there. The chorus describes the energetic and non-stop party atmosphere that characterizes the city, with people carrying on into the morning, despite the overflowing bourbon.
The final verse is about the singer himself, who had been content with making music for his own pleasure until he heard individuals talk about wealth and success that was available to those in the Big Easy. He became a cover artist, trying to appeal to those that he sees as posers and voodoo queens. The song's meanings are many, but in general, it explores escaping from society's norms for the promise of freedom and spiritual success that often comes with the traditional nature of New Orleans society.
Line by Line Meaning
She was raised upon an island in the South Atlantic
She grew up on a remote island in the South Atlantic.
Before she started school she taught herself the magic
She learned to harness her magical abilities before she even began her education.
Now there's not a soul alive resistant to her spells
Her mastery of magic is so complete that no one can resist her spells.
She thought she might as well try New Orleans
She decided to test her skills in the city of New Orleans.
Suburban boy with not much stuff to lose, he was hopeless
A young man from the suburbs, who felt he had nothing to lose, was feeling hopeless.
Dropping out of college made him choose the dope fix
Having dropped out of college, he turned to drugs to cope with his situation.
Caught up in the politics of a little town cartel
He became embroiled in the inner politics of a small-town drug cartel.
He thought he could save himself in New Orleans
He believed going to New Orleans would be his salvation.
On and on it goes
The situation or cycle continues without end.
Bourbon overflows
The alcohol, specifically bourbon, is in abundance and overflowing.
The people who carry it on into morning
Those who continue drinking and carrying on the festivities until the early hours of the morning.
Oh, New Orleans
Referencing the city of New Orleans itself.
I once was making music for myself, so happy
There was a time where the singer was content creating music solely for their own enjoyment.
Till I overheard somebody talk of wealth in the Big Easy
Until they overheard someone discussing the wealth to be gained from playing music in the city of New Orleans.
Yeah, I recycle cover tunes for the posers and the voodoo queens
The singer admits to playing cover songs for those who are insincere in their appreciation for music as well as those who dabble in the occult.
We're all just stuck it seems in New Orleans
It appears as though everyone in New Orleans is in a state of being stagnant or stuck in their current situation.
Contributed by Cole I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@u3r2nozy
Good God your mummy most be beyond proud!
@mikeburton6547
Thanks for living in the Moment and tiptoeing through our hometown! We love you guys
@pamr4040
Love this remake...!!! ❤
@gunthervinson
Great vid guys! You got some real solid songs boys.. ill play your albums over and over some days. Appreciate the tunes!
@taramup
Third time listening to this song today. Great job guys. Can't wait for more.
@themassacoustics264
Thanks Brittnee! we'll keep em coming.
@moniquesalamacha8343
Great song and video. New Orleans is such an awesome place, music, food, the people! Keep posting more videos...I love them!
@themassacoustics264
Thank you Monique.
We agree with you about New Orleans, we've been there so many times over the last 3 decades and we still can't get enough. We're gonna keep on doing as many videos as we can.
@legacyShredder1
You know what's crazy? I've seen that exact guitar used by some crazy band on the Bob and Tom show back around 09'. Did he give you a good deal on when you bought it?
@Sevlar01
Awesome tune guys. A new favorite.