Blue Indian
Widespread Panic Lyrics


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Oh, Pappy left a chair like he's still sittin' there
Once I almost saw him make his move
Brave Indian who never changes his mood
In a painting on the wall right there

Oh, how long 'til the morning wakes
Oh, how long 'til the medicine takes
Oh, Sally buffalo in the apartment just below
Just a bein' without a care
Oh, children from my brood they come and bring me food
Maybe open up a window for air

Oh, just now I smell the cornbread bake
Oh, now, now, now I feel the medicine take

Just like home
Where the stray dogs go through it all
Still right here, still just here,
Brave little friend

Well, we got a party goin' on many spirits strong
Ain't preacher just a happy to meet ya
Half a bottle 'neath the bed keep our spirits fed
My hat's off to you, to you and you

And now our brave friends, too, dancing circles through the room
And a broom and a radio and a twistin out a dos-e-do
Brand new day, the whole world's goin'
Whole room's goin' so

Just now, don't hesitate (hesitate)
Oh, taste the morning break (morning break)
Sweet, sweet, young honeycomb (honeycomb)
On, now, now, now just like home (just like home)

Oh, just like, just like home
Where the stray dogs go
Oh, oh, rest my bones
Like a fresh skipped stone to it all





Still right here, still just here,
Still just here, brave, brave friend

Overall Meaning

The song Blue Indian by Widespread Panic provides an insightful look into the lives of a group of people, as if you are observing them from the outside looking in. The first verse speaks of "Pappy" who has left behind an empty chair, almost as if he had just left the room. The line "once I almost saw him make his move" is interesting, as it seems to imply that Pappy is a presence that continues to linger even though he is no longer there. The "Brave Indian" in the painting on the wall is a metaphor for someone who never changes their mood, someone who remains steadfast and unchanging despite the chaos around them.


The second verse highlights the passing of time, as the singer waits for the morning to arrive and for their medicine to take effect. The mention of "Sally buffalo in the apartment just below" adds to the sense of community and interconnectedness between the characters in the song. The singer's children come to bring them food, and they open a window for air. The line "just like home" speaks to the comfort and familiarity of their surroundings.


The final verse describes a party where the spirits flow freely and everyone is dancing and having a good time. The reference to the "preacher" adds a religious element to the song, and the image of "dancing circles through the room" gives the impression of a joyous celebration. The chorus repeats the phrase "just like home" as if to emphasize the sense of belonging and contentment that the characters in the song feel despite the hardships they may face.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, Pappy left a chair like he's still sittin' there
Pappy has recently left, but his presence is still felt


Once I almost saw him make his move
Pappy's spirit seems to linger, almost moving in front of the singer


Brave Indian who never changes his mood
A Native American depicted in a painting on the wall remains stoic and unchanging


In a painting on the wall right there
A stoic Native American is portrayed in a painting hanging on a wall


Oh, how long 'til the morning wakes
The artist impatiently waits for the morning to come


Oh, how long 'til the medicine takes
The singer is currently taking medicine and is waiting for it to take effect


Oh, Sally buffalo in the apartment just below
A buffalo named Sally resides in the apartment beneath the singer


Just a bein' without a care
Sally lives carefree and relaxed


Oh, children from my brood they come and bring me food
The artist's children bring them food


Maybe open up a window for air
The artist requests that a window be opened for fresh air


Oh, just now I smell the cornbread bake
The scent of cooking cornbread is now noticeable to the singer


Oh, now, now, now I feel the medicine take
The medicine is now taking effect for the artist


Just like home
The current environment is familiar and comfortable, like home


Where the stray dogs go through it all
Stray dogs are resilient and persevere through difficulties


Still right here, still just here,
The singer is still present and unchanged


Brave little friend
The artist affectionately refers to a small, brave companion


Well, we got a party goin' on many spirits strong
There is a strong and lively party happening


Ain't preacher just a happy to meet ya
The preacher is happy to greet and join the festivities


Half a bottle 'neath the bed keep our spirits fed
A bottle of alcohol is kept under the bed to maintain high spirits


My hat's off to you, to you and you
The artist shows respect to others at the party


And now our brave friends, too, dancing circles through the room
The artist and their friends are dancing in circles in the room


And a broom and a radio and a twistin out a dos-e-do
A broom and a radio are being used for dancing as well as a dos-e-do, a type of square dance


Brand new day, the whole world's goin'
A new day has dawned and the entire world is alive and active


Whole room's goin' so
The entire room is in motion


Just now, don't hesitate (hesitate)
The singer urges others to act swiftly without hesitation


Oh, taste the morning break (morning break)
The singer savors the beginning of the day


Sweet, sweet, young honeycomb (honeycomb)
Honeycomb is a delightful and sweet treat


On, now, now, now just like home (just like home)
The current environment is familiar and comfortable, just like home


Oh, just like, just like home
The current environment is familiar and comfortable, just like home


Where the stray dogs go
The environment where the singer currently is feels like a place where stray dogs would frequent


Oh, oh, rest my bones
The singer looks forward to resting and relaxing


Like a fresh skipped stone to it all
The experience is refreshing and new, like a freshly skipped stone


Still right here, still just here,
The artist is still present and unchanged


Brave, brave friend
The artist emphasizes the bravery of their companion




Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management
Written by: BELL, HERMANN, HOUSER, NANCE, ORTIZ, SCHOOLS

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@DeadheadInABed

Oh, Pappy left a chair like he's still sittin' there
Once I almost saw him make his move
Brave Indian who never changes his mood
In a painting on the wall right there
Oh, how long 'til the morning wakes
Oh, how long 'til the medicine takes
Oh, Sally buffalo in the apartment just below
Just a bein' without a care
Oh, children from my brood they come and bring me food
Maybe open up a window for air
Oh, just now I smell the cornbread bake
Oh, now, now, now I feel the medicine take
Just like home
Where the stray dogs go through it all
Still right here, still just here,
Brave little friend
Well, we got a party goin' on many spirits strong
Ain't preacher just a happy to meet ya
Half a bottle 'neath the bed keep our spirits fed
My hat's off to you, to you and you
And now our brave friends, too, dancing circles through the room
And a broom and a radio and a twistin out a dos-e-do
Brand new day, the whole world's goin'
Whole room's goin' so
Just now, don't hesitate (hesitate)
Oh, taste the morning break (morning break)
Sweet, sweet, young honeycomb (honeycomb)
On, now, now, now just like home (just like home)
Oh, just like, just like home
Where the stray dogs go
Oh, oh, rest my bones
Like a fresh skipped stone to it all
Still right here, still just here,
Still just here, brave, brave friend



All comments from YouTube:

@anchitjusta3041

It's 2023 and still my favourite

@mattymize

I love this original band to the depths of my soul. I still love these boys. After 20 years on and off the road I'm still right here.

@jeffvalliere2185

Just like home 🤙🏽

@Just_Blue_1

@derekwhite9932

Very cool!

@seandewalt2324

"Gold Rushy" is how my wife describes this wonderful tune. #alaskan #shitjbsays

@DeadheadInABed

Oh, Pappy left a chair like he's still sittin' there
Once I almost saw him make his move
Brave Indian who never changes his mood
In a painting on the wall right there
Oh, how long 'til the morning wakes
Oh, how long 'til the medicine takes
Oh, Sally buffalo in the apartment just below
Just a bein' without a care
Oh, children from my brood they come and bring me food
Maybe open up a window for air
Oh, just now I smell the cornbread bake
Oh, now, now, now I feel the medicine take
Just like home
Where the stray dogs go through it all
Still right here, still just here,
Brave little friend
Well, we got a party goin' on many spirits strong
Ain't preacher just a happy to meet ya
Half a bottle 'neath the bed keep our spirits fed
My hat's off to you, to you and you
And now our brave friends, too, dancing circles through the room
And a broom and a radio and a twistin out a dos-e-do
Brand new day, the whole world's goin'
Whole room's goin' so
Just now, don't hesitate (hesitate)
Oh, taste the morning break (morning break)
Sweet, sweet, young honeycomb (honeycomb)
On, now, now, now just like home (just like home)
Oh, just like, just like home
Where the stray dogs go
Oh, oh, rest my bones
Like a fresh skipped stone to it all
Still right here, still just here,
Still just here, brave, brave friend

@hookbulletandbaying6379

Anyone know what year this was? Trying to find this whole set. Had it years ago.

@joefriedmanfriedman3087

🎃🎃

@jbeardyman1

what guitar is he playing?

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