Georgia on My Mind
Willie Nelson & Wynton Marsalis Lyrics


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Georgia, Georgia, the whole day through
An' just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind

Georgia, Georgia, a song of you
Comes as sweet and clear as moonlight through the pines

Other arms reach out to me
Other eyes smile tenderly
Still in peaceful dreams I see
The road leads back to you

Georgia, Georgia, no peace I find
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind

Georgia, Georgia, no peace I find
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind

On my mind
On my mind

On my mind
On my mind

On my mind
On my mind





On my mind
On my mind

Overall Meaning

The song "Georgia On My Mind" by Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis captures the essence of homesickness and nostalgia. The opening line "Georgia, Georgia, the whole day through" sets the tone for the song, indicating that the singer is constantly thinking of Georgia. The phrase "just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind" suggests that there is a particular song that reminds the singer of Georgia, perhaps a song that was popular at the time of their departure. The repetition of the line "no peace I find" emphasizes the longing the singer feels for Georgia.


As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer has left Georgia behind and is now experiencing new people and places, as suggested by the lines "other arms reach out to me, other eyes smile tenderly." Despite this, the singer still sees Georgia in their dreams and feels a pull to return. The references to "moonlight through the pines" create a sensory experience that enhances the nostalgia and romanticism of the lyrics.


Overall, "Georgia On My Mind" is a powerful expression of homesickness and the emotional pull of one's homeland. It captures the essence of nostalgia and the longing for a place one has left behind.


Line by Line Meaning

Georgia, Georgia, the whole day through
Throughout the day, Georgia is ever-present in my thoughts


An' just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind
Only a nostalgic, heartwarming tune reminds me of Georgia


Georgia, Georgia, a song of you
Thinking of Georgia triggers a sweet melody in my mind


Comes as sweet and clear as moonlight through the pines
The tune is as peaceful and compelling as moonlight seeping through the trees


Other arms reach out to me
Others try to comfort me


Other eyes smile tenderly
Others try to cheer me up


Still, in peaceful dreams, I see
Even in my sleep, I am reminded of Georgia


The road leads back to you
All paths eventually lead to my beloved Georgia


Georgia, Georgia, no peace I find
Despite trying to find solace, my unrest about Georgia never subsides


Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind
A simple tune is all that's needed to trigger wistful thoughts of Georgia


On my mind
Constantly in my thoughts


On my mind
Always present in my mind


On my mind
A persistent thought in my mind


On my mind
A constant reminder on my mind




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorell

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Comments from YouTube:

Chinalights

Just what I thought that Georgia on my Mind with Willie Nelson singing could not get any better, but it just did. Those boys know what they talkin bout! 😁♥️

Dick Lindner

Love this man and this song!Live on for ever Willie Nelson!

computerdynamo

That plunger work is truly something to behold.  Nice, heartfelt rendition by two legends.

hawkrider88

Not to mention Willie's harmonica player...always so darn bluesy.

Rickie Freihage

I watched that entire program 9 years ago. It is the best performance of the entire group and of course Willie!

Marvin Goodman

Willie & Wynton doing a Ray Charles classic.....DON'T GET MUCH BETTER THAN THIS.....

Sheila Harris

Willie is the truth!

Maria Helena

Maravilho!

Fatima Lima

maravilhoso!

silvia caggiano

Maravilloso!!!

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