About the song
Linda Ronstadt, a versatile singer known for her powerful voice and eclectic style, released “Blue Bayou” as a country rock cover of the song originally recorded by Roy Orbison. Ronstadt’s version, released in 1977, became a hit single and a defining track on her album “Simple Dreams.”
With her distinctive vocals and country rock arrangements, Ronstadt adds her own unique touch to Orbison’s classic song. The track’s haunting melody and Ronstadt’s emotive delivery create a powerful and moving listening experience.
The opening lines, “I’m on a journey, a long and winding road,” immediately establish the song’s subject and set a reflective tone. The lyrics continue to explore themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. The song’s refrain, “Blue Bayou, the river runs so deep,” conveys a sense of longing and melancholy.
Throughout the song, Ronstadt’s powerful vocals and the country rock arrangements create a captivating and immersive listening experience. The track’s haunting melody and introspective lyrics make it a timeless classic.
“Blue Bayou” is more than just a cover song; it is a testament to Linda Ronstadt’s versatility as an artist. Her ability to take a classic song and make it her own is a testament to her talent and creativity. The track’s haunting beauty and emotional depth continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
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Lyrics
I feel so bad I got a worried mind
I’m so lonesome all the time
Since I left my baby behind
On Blue Bayou
Saving nickles, saving dimes
Working til the sun don’t shine
Looking forward to happier times
On Blue Bayou
I’m going back someday
Come what may
To Blue Bayou
Where the folks are fun
And the world is mine
On Blue Bayou
Where those fishing boats
With their sails afloat
If I could only see
That familiar sunrise
Through sleepy eyes
How happy I’d be
Gonna see my baby again
Gonna be with some of my friends
Maybe I’ll feel better again
On Blue Bayou
Saving nickles saving dimes
Working til the sun don’t shine
Looking forward to happier times
On Blue Bayou
I’m going back someday
Come what may
To Blue Bayou
Where the folks are fun
And the world is mine
On Blue Bayou
Where those fishing boats
With their sails afloat
If I could only see
That familiar sunrise
Through sleepy eyes
How happy I’d be
Oh that boy of mine
By my side
The silver moon
And the evening tide
Oh some sweet day
Gonna take away
This hurting inside
Well I’ll never be blue
My dreams come true
On Blue Bayou