Sweet Susannah
Kris Kristofferson · Breakaway [1974]
(Floyd Gib Gilbeau)
C'est la belle 'la Louise Anne te va fomma faire ma faume
Ta jolie a ta meion a ta pas bon.
Why did you go and leave me in Lou'siana sweet Susannah
You left me for a fella who wore a big black umbrella
He came to the sticks to buy some antiques
He was a wheeler and a dealer the woman stealer.
Oh sweet Susannah you're a loser
You ran off and you left me for a California boozer
You stole all his goods and left him in the woods
I hope you store in a bore you flirty girlie.
Please come back to Lou'siana sweet Susannah
Since you left nothing's right and the catfish don't bite
I can't pay my rent cause you stole every cent
And I can't stand to see my landlord cry...
C'est la belle 'la Louise Anne te va fomma faire ma faume
Ta jolie a ta meion a ta pas bon.
Why did you go and leave me in Lou'siana sweet Susannah
You left me for a fella who wore a big black umbrella
He came to the sticks to buy some antiques
He was a wheeler and a dealer the woman stealer.
Oh sweet Susannah you're a loser
You ran off and you left me for a California boozer
You stole all his goods and left him in the woods
I hope you store in a bore you flirty girlie.
Please come back to Lou'siana sweet Susannah
Since you left nothing's right and the catfish don't bite
I can't pay my rent cause you stole every cent
And I can't stand to see my landlord cry...
Sweet Susannah - Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson's 1974 recording of 'Sweet Susannah' stands as a definitive country-rock interpretation of the classic song. Released on the album Breakaway, the track blends his signature storytelling voice with a driving, rhythmic arrangement that captures the spirit of the 19th-century dance. While the original composition was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, Kristofferson's version is widely recognized for its authentic delivery and solid production. The song remains a staple of his discography, showcasing his ability to reinterpret folk and rock standards with a mature, reflective tone that resonates across generations of listeners.