📜 Lyrics
Measure the distance, sir! And now don't you ever return
Never come back, never come back, never come back
Measure the distance, sir! And now don't you ever return
What did you say, pray tell?
Measure the distance, sir! And now don't you ever return
Never come back, never come back, never come back
Measure the distance, sir! And now don't you ever return
Oh my cruel beloved, why are you so angry with me?
Everyone fears your tyranny now, the whole world trembles at your hand
Well, if this is your decision, then I must leave now
I'll pack up my bedding, I'll have to pick up my traveler's bundle
Yes, absolutely
Measure the distance, sir! And now don't you ever return
Never come back, never come back, never come back
Measure the distance, sir! And now don't you ever return
Listen, my love, hear me out, don't turn away like this
One day you'll see, my helplessness will change
Good days will come again, I'll stand on my feet once more
It doesn't matter to me, this much is certain, my dear
Your pockets are empty, but your words flow wise and clever
Well then, if this stubbornness is your will, why should I cry now?
We'll gather our things and find ourselves another place to stay
Yes, well done
All right then?
Now don't come back
Listen, what are you saying?
Now don't come back
I didn't quite understand...
Now don't come back
Surely you don't mean that?
Now don't come back
Oh madam, for heaven's sake
Now don't come back
What are you doing to me?
Now don't come back
Are you so heartless?
Now don't come back
💡 Meaning & story
This is an excellent choice. "Hit the Road Jack" is among those songs in the world of music that will forever endure because of its distinctive rhythm and call-and-response style.
Below is presented the history of this song:
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The History and Background of the Song
• Creator (Writer): This song was originally written by the famous singer Percy Mayfield in 1960.
• Fame: It gained worldwide recognition when Ray Charles recorded it in 1961, when he rendered it in his own voice and unique style.
• Story: This song reflects a quarrel between a couple where the woman (whose voice was given by Margie Hendricks, the singer of The Raelettes) is fed up with her man and tells him to leave the house, while the man tries to persuade her and make her stay.
• Success: This song remained number one on the Billboard charts and proved to be the biggest hit of Ray Charles' career.
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I have tried to preserve the song's sharp, biting tone along with the words.