Jo Jo
Vannelli Gino Lyrics
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Won't you hear this cryin' soul
Messiah so kind
Won't you save this child of mine
Jo Jo oh my Jo Jo
Jo Jo he's my beautiful boy
He's my beautiful boy
And if he should die hold him near to you
Jo Jo oh my Jo Jo
Jo Jo you're such a beautiful boy
You're such a beautiful boy
In Gino Vannelli's "Jo Jo," the singer implores Jesus to take pity on them and save their "beautiful boy," Jo Jo, who is described as a "new born babe." The song conveys the singer's desperation as they plead with Jesus to help their child. They ask Jesus to hear their cry and to be kind and nurturing to their child. The repetition of Jo Jo's name emphasizes the singer's love and attachment to their child, creating a tender and emotional atmosphere throughout the song.
The lyrics can be interpreted as a prayer of a parent who is worried about the safety and survival of their child. Through their plea, the singer shows their belief in the power and benevolence of Jesus and looks to him for hope and salvation. "Jo Jo" is a poignant and heartfelt song that speaks to the primal fear and love that parents have for their children.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesu my lord
Addressing Jesus Christ, the son of God
Won't you hear this cryin' soul
Asking for divine intervention to alleviate emotional distress
Messiah so kind
Referring to Jesus Christ as a compassionate savior
Won't you save this child of mine
Pleading for salvation or rescue of a loved one
Jo Jo oh my Jo Jo
Addressing or referring to the singer's child named Jo Jo
Jo Jo he's my beautiful boy
Expressing pride and admiration for the singer's child named Jo Jo
He's my beautiful boy
Reiterating the deep affection and admiration for Jo Jo
And if he should die hold him near to you
Envisioning a painful scenario where the child named Jo Jo passes away and urging the divine to embrace him
'Cause my Jo Jo he's just a new born babe
Highlighting the innocence and fragility of Jo Jo
Jo Jo oh my Jo Jo
Addressing or referring to the singer's child named Jo Jo
Jo Jo you're such a beautiful boy
Expressing unwavering adoration for the singer's child named Jo Jo
You're such a beautiful boy
Reiterating the deep love and admiration for Jo Jo
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GINO VANNELLI
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