JAMBALAYA
Williams Hank Lyrics
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Me gotta go, pole the pirogue down the bayou
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a craw fish pie and filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
The Thibodaux's, the fontenot's, the place is buzzin'
Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Dress in style and go hog wild, me oh my oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a craw fish pie and filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Jambalaya and a craw fish pie and filé gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
The song "Jambalaya" by Hank Williams is a lively and upbeat tune that celebrates the fun and festivities of Louisiana's bayou culture. The lyrics tell the story of the singer bidding farewell to his friend Joe and setting off with his sweetheart Yvonne to enjoy a night of food, music, and dancing in the bayou. The chorus of the song features the iconic line "Jambalaya and a crawfish pie and filet gumbo," which serves as a call to have a good time and enjoy the delicious local cuisine.
Throughout the song, the singer describes the various sights and sounds of the bayou, from the many friends and family members who have come to party with Yvonne, to the joyful music that can be heard throughout the night. The singer also mentions picking a guitar and filling a fruit jar to "be gayo," which likely refers to the tradition of making and drinking homemade moonshine during parties and celebrations in the bayou.
Overall, "Jambalaya" is a fun and catchy song that celebrates the unique culture and cuisine of Louisiana's bayou region. It's a testament to the joy and sense of community that can be found in this part of the world, and a reminder to enjoy the simple pleasures in life like good food, good music, and good company.
Line by Line Meaning
Goodbye, Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh
Farewell, Joe, I must depart, oh my goodness
Me gotta go, pole the pirogue down the bayou
I need to leave, so I'll paddle the flat-bottomed boat down the swampy waterway
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh
My dear Yvonne, the most pleasant and endearing companion, oh my goodness
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou
Wow, we'll have a great time on the bayou
Jambalaya and a crawfish pie and filé gumbo
A combination of spicy rice with seafood, a pie composed of crawfish, and a soup made with filé powder
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Because I'm seeing my beloved friend tonight
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gayo
Play guitar, fill a jar with fruit, and have a great time
The Thibodaux's, the fontenot's, the place is buzzin'
The Thibodaux and Fontenot families are causing quite a stir in this location
Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Relatives are coming in large numbers to visit Yvonne
Dress in style and go hog wild, me oh my oh
Dress fashionably and have a wildly good time, oh my goodness
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Written by: Hank Williams, Sr.
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