The Band The Weight Lyrics
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Updated Aug 12, 2023
The Band The Weight Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I pulled in to Nazareth
Was feeling 'bout half past dead
I just need someplace
Where I can lay my head
"Hey, mister, can you tell me
Where a man might find a bed?"
He just grinned and shook my hand
"No" was all he said
[Chorus]
Take a load off, Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off, Fanny
And (And, and)
You put the load right on me (You put the load right on me)
[Verse 2]
I picked up my bag
I went looking for a place to hide
When I saw Carmen and the Devil
Walking side-by-side
I said, "Hey Carmen
Come on, let's go downtown"
She said, "I gotta go
But my friend can stick around"
[Chorus]
Take a load off, Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off, Fanny
And (And, and)
You put the load right on me (You put the load right on me)
[Verse 3]
Go down, Miss Moses
There's nothin' you can say
It's just ol' Luke, and
Luke's waitin' on the Judgement Day
"Well, Luke, my friend
What about young Anna Lee?"
He said, "Do me a favor, son
Won't ya stay and keep Anna Lee company?"
[Chorus]
And take a load off, Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off, Fanny
And (And, and)
You put the load right on me (You put the load right on me)
[Verse 4]
Crazy Chester followed me
And he caught me in the fog
He said, "I will fix your rack
If you'll take Jack, my dog"
I said, "Wait a minute, Chester
You know I'm a peaceful man"
He said, "That's okay, boy
Won't you feed him when you can?" (Yeah)
[Chorus]
Take a load off, Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off, Fanny
And (And, and)
You put the load right on me (You put the load right on me)
[Verse 5]
Catch a cannonball, now
To take me down the line
My bag is sinkin' low
And I do believe it's time
To get back to Miss Fanny
You know she's the only one
Who sent me here with her
Regards for everyone
[Chorus]
Take a load off, Fanny
Take a load for free
Take a load off, Fanny
And (And, and)
You put the load right on me (You put the load right on me)
The Band The Weight Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics you've provided are from the song "The Weight" by The Band. The song tells a story through its verses, and each verse introduces a new character or situation. Here's the meaning behind each verse:
[Verse 1]
The narrator arrives in Nazareth feeling exhausted and in need of a place to rest. He asks a man where he can find a bed, but the man simply shakes his hand and says he doesn't know.
[Chorus]
The chorus refers to "Fanny" and how the narrator suggests she should "take a load off," indicating she should relax and let go of her burdens. It's a metaphor for finding relief from life's troubles.
[Verse 2]
The narrator encounters Carmen and the Devil walking together. He invites Carmen to go downtown, but she declines, saying her friend will stay behind. This verse highlights the presence of contrasting figures and situations.
[Chorus]
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the idea of relieving burdens and sharing the load.
[Verse 3]
The narrator encounters Miss Moses, and they discuss Luke, who's waiting for Judgment Day. The narrator asks about Anna Lee, and Luke asks him to stay and keep her company.
[Chorus]
Once again, the chorus emphasizes the idea of sharing the load and finding relief.
[Verse 4]
The narrator encounters Crazy Chester, who offers to fix his "rack" (a car) in exchange for taking care of his dog, Jack. The narrator agrees to feed the dog.
[Chorus]
The chorus continues its theme of finding relief and helping each other.
[Verse 5]
The narrator talks about catching a "cannonball" (a fast train) to take him down the line. His bag is heavy and sinking, indicating his burdens. He decides to return to Miss Fanny, the person who sent him on this journey, with regards for everyone he met.
[Chorus]
The chorus concludes the song, again emphasizing the theme of sharing burdens and finding support.
Overall, "The Weight" is a song that weaves together different characters and situations, using metaphors to explore themes of burdens, responsibilities, and the importance of helping one another. It's a song that captures the complexities of life and the interactions between people.
The Band
Hailing from the vibrant city of Toronto, Ontario, the year 1967 saw the birth of The Band – a harmonious blend of Canadian talents including Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, Robbie Robertson, and the addition of American musician Levon Helm.
The Band The Weight Lyrics - FAQ
The Band originated in Toronto, Ontario.
The Band was formed in the year 1967.
The Band consisted of Canadians Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, Robbie Robertson, and American Levon Helm.
The Band was known for playing rock music.
The Canadian members were Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, and Robbie Robertson, while the American member was Levon Helm.