Like A Cannonball
Van Morrison · Other Songs - Van Morrison
And everything don't seem to rhyme
I take a walk out in my backyard and go
Do do loo do do, do do loo do do
Waiting for the sun to shine
And you know sometimes it gets so painful
Just like talking to yourself
When everything don't seem to have no rhyme or reason we all go
Do do loo do do, do do loo do do
Waiting for the sun to shine
We move along
Keep singing our song
Straight to your heart like a cannonball
La la ti da, la la ti da...
Doo do loo do do.....
Waiting for the sun to shine
Well you know, everyday we hear it through the grapevine
That's why I'm so tired of hearing it through the grapevine anymore
Because you hear it through the grapevine
It's just a dirty rotten waste of time, we go
Do do loo do do
While waiting for the sun to shine
We move along
Keeping singing our song
Straight to your heart like a cannonball
La la ti da, la la ti da...
Doo do loo do do.....
We move along
Keep singing our song
Straight to your heart like a cannonball......
Like A Cannonball
Van Morrison's 'Like A Cannonball' stands as a defining track from his early career, capturing the vibrant energy of 1960s soul and R&B. The song showcases Morrison's distinctive vocal style, blending jazz improvisation with gospel-infused melodies that became a hallmark of his discography. Originally recorded during a pivotal period in his development, the track exemplifies the cross-genre appeal that would characterize his later work, including albums like 'Astral Weeks' and 'Moondance.' Its enduring popularity stems from its infectious rhythm and Morrison's ability to weave complex musical structures into an accessible format. The recording remains a staple in collections of classic soul, reflecting the era's fusion of American and British musical traditions.