Jambalaya - On The Bayou (Digitally Remastered) Lyrics
Hank Williams
Lyrics
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 good fun on the bayou
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou.
Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen
Dress in style, go hog wild, me oh my oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou.
REPEAT CHORUS
FINAL CHORUS:
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo
'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma cher amio
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou.
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou.
Son of a gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou.
Song & Lyrics Facts
Hank Williams' classic song "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" is a country and western hit from 1952, included in his album The Complete Hank Williams. Written by Hank Williams himself, the song was released on August 19th, 1952, and quickly became one of his most iconic hits.
It features lyrics about a man who longs for his lost love while he's away fishing on the bayou. The instrumentation includes bass guitar, lap steel, banjo, and fiddle, with backing vocals provided by Anita Carter and Louvin Brothers. The song has been covered numerous times, including versions by artists such as John Fogerty, Johnny Cash, and even Elvis Presley. Its influence can be heard in many modern-day songs, and its lyrics have become part of American culture. This digitally remastered version of "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" is sure to bring back memories for all fans of Hank Williams and classic country music.