So Long
Walter Trout and Canned Heat Lyrics
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But so long, you know you done me wrong
So long, because I know I'm not the one
Goodbye, please tell me why
Goodbye, you always make me cry
Oh why, why are you never satisfied
So long, you'll need me some ol' sunny day
So long, yes I'm, I'm going to stay
The lyrics to Walter Trout and Canned Heat's song So Long are about a person who is leaving a relationship that is not working out, despite the other party's attempts to keep them around. The first verse expresses the person's desire to leave despite not knowing exactly where they are headed. However, they know that they need to move on because they have been wronged by the other person. The second verse reflects the other person's attempts to convince the person to stay, but they have had enough and need to say goodbye. The final verse confirms that the person is ready to move on and is looking forward to a better future.
Overall, the song carries a message of independence and self-empowerment. The person in the lyrics knows that they are worth more than the treatment they have received from their partner, and they are not afraid to leave and start anew. The energetic guitar riffs and bluesy vocals add to the power of the lyrics, making this a classic blues-rock anthem.
Line by Line Meaning
So long, don't where I'm going
I'm leaving, but I don't know where I'm headed
But so long, you know you done me wrong
I'm leaving because you've mistreated me
So long, because I know I'm not the one
I'm leaving because I know I'm not the right person for you
Goodbye, please tell me why
I'm saying goodbye, but I want to know why you've hurt me
Goodbye, you always make me cry
Every time we part ways, I end up in tears because of your actions
Oh why, why are you never satisfied
I wonder why you're always discontented, no matter what I do
So long, I'm all packed up and on my way
I've got my things and I'm leaving
So long, you'll need me some ol' sunny day
You'll regret the way you've treated me at some point in the future
So long, yes I'm, I'm going to stay
Even though I'm leaving, I'm determined to come back and stay put
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAVID N ERIKSEN, MARI N LORENTZEN, THOMAS MARK HARMER NICHOLS, CAROLINE N REED, ELEANOR N WILSON
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Gina Always a VIP!
Thank the lord we still have Walter with us today!
hipdaddy419
I've seen Walter in concert 5 times. He is phenomenal, indeed. Great to see him live...
Anthony Schagene
Walter Trout is awesome. I've been lucky enough to see him many times, even if I have to travel!
Sheri Roberts
You continually amaze me Walter!!! Didn't even know I liked the blues until I met you and the gang back in '82. Rock on my friend...you are one in a billion!!!
Randall Davis
It is amazing to see how many virtuoso musicians have played with Mayall.
Marlene H
I met Walter way after this, never could understand why I did not discover him sooner, he has been my favorite since I seen him in St. Louis, his hit at the time was "Home" I just fell for his music hook line and sinker! He is the best, great personality, truthful, honest and full of the love for God and family.
Kenny Meyerowitz
second to none WALTER TROUT is one of the greatest guitar players of all time and made in AMERICA
crestwanderer
I've seen the best... and then there's WALTER!
Jorge Ramirez Camarena
Walter Trout, Buddy Whittington, Mick Taylor, Harvey Mandel and the great Peter Green, the best guitarists John Mayall ever had. Eric after them. My opinion. Greetings Kenny.
ben gibson waistell
Walter Trout the king of the blues guitar, have seen him loads, what a absolute legend,