I Ain't Blue
Bonnie Raitt · Bonnie Raitt [1971]
Just a little bit lonesome for some lovin'
Everything is fine
Just don't want to be all by myself.
On a rainy day
I'm feelin' kind of funny
Dreaming 'bout some loverman who'll call me honey
Yeah and a good lookin' man
My heart inside
A lonely smile and lovin' in his eyes.
No I ain't blue, baby
but I'm just a little bit lonesome for some love again
Everything is fine
Just don't want to be all by myself.
Sit around the house
Readin' magazines
All the time thinkin' 'bout those same sweet dreams
Yeah, walk down the street
My heart jumps a beat
Every time I see some sweet man I want to meet.
No I ain't blue, baby
but I'm just a little bit lonesome for some love again
Everything is fine
I just don't want to be all by myself...
I Ain't Blue
Recorded in 1971, 'I Ain't Blue' stands as a defining track on Bonnie Raitt's self-titled debut album. The song captures the raw vulnerability of her early career, blending folk-rock sensibilities with a soulful vocal delivery that would become her signature. Released during a pivotal era for women in rock, the recording showcases Raitt's ability to convey deep emotion through melody and lyrics about heartbreak and resilience. It remains a cornerstone of her discography, illustrating the roots of her later success and establishing her reputation as a serious musician rather than just a session player. The track's enduring appeal lies in its authentic performance and its place within the classic rock and folk traditions of the early 1970s.