About the song
**Lynyrd Skynyrd’s** “Tuesday’s Gone” is a timeless classic that has resonated with audiences for decades. Released in 1973 on their debut album, *Pronounced ‘Leh-nerd ‘Skin-nerd’,* this Southern rock anthem quickly became a fan favorite and a staple of their live performances.
The song’s powerful blend of blues, country, and rock ‘n’ roll elements showcases the band’s unique sound, which has defined the Southern rock genre. With its driving rhythm, soulful vocals, and evocative lyrics, “Tuesday’s Gone” captures the essence of a bygone era and the struggles faced by working-class Americans.
The song’s title, “Tuesday’s Gone,” is a metaphor for the passage of time and the inevitability of change. It suggests a sense of longing for simpler days and a desire to escape the pressures of modern life. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man struggling to cope with the challenges he faces, including financial difficulties, relationship problems, and the weight of the world on his shoulders.
The song’s opening riff, played on a slide guitar, immediately sets the mood and establishes the song’s bluesy feel. The driving rhythm section, featuring Gary Rossington’s distinctive guitar playing and Billy Powell’s soulful organ, provides a solid foundation for the song’s melodic elements. Ronnie Van Zant’s passionate vocals convey the raw emotion and intensity of the lyrics, making the song both powerful and vulnerable.
One of the most memorable aspects of “Tuesday’s Gone” is its extended guitar solo, which showcases the virtuosity of Gary Rossington and Allen Collins. The solo is both technical and expressive, capturing the spirit of the blues and showcasing the band’s improvisational skills.
Throughout the song, the lyrics explore themes of loss, loneliness, and the search for meaning in life. The song’s message is universal and relatable, resonating with listeners of all ages. “Tuesday’s Gone” is a testament to the enduring power of music and its ability to connect with people on a deep emotional level.
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Lyrics
Train roll on
On down the line, won’t you
Please take me far away
Now I feel the wind blow
Outside my door, means I’m
I’m leaving my woman at home, Lordy
Tuesday’s gone with the wind
Oh, my baby’s gone, with the wind
And I don’t know
Oh, where I’m going
I just want to be left alone
Well, when this train ends
I’ll try again, oh but I’m
I’m leaving my woman at home, Lordy
Tuesday’s gone, with the wind
Tuesday’s gone, with the wind
Tuesday’s gone, with the wind
My baby’s gone, with the wind
Train roll on
Tuesday’s gone
The train roll on
A many miles from my home, see I’m
I’m riding my blues away, yeah
Well Tuesday, you see
Oh, she had to be free, Lord but
Somehow I got to carry on, Lordy
Tuesday’s gone, with the wind
Tuesday’s gone, with the wind
Tuesday’s gone, with the wind, oh
My baby’s gone, with the wind
Train, roll on, ooh
‘Cause my baby’s gone
I’m riding my blues babe
Trying to ride my blues
Ride on train
Ride on train
Ride my blues, babe
Come back to me, babe
Come back to me, oh, train