Carnival Town
Norah Jones · Feels Like Home
Round and round carousel
HeÂ’s got you under its spell
Moving so fast going no where
Up and down Ferris wheel
Tell me how does it feel
To be so high
Looking down here
Is it lonely, lonely, lonely
Did the clown make you smile
He was only your fool for a while
But now heÂ’s come back home
And left you wandering there
Is it lonely, lonely, lonely
HeÂ’s got you under its spell
Moving so fast going no where
Up and down Ferris wheel
Tell me how does it feel
To be so high
Looking down here
Is it lonely, lonely, lonely
Did the clown make you smile
He was only your fool for a while
But now heÂ’s come back home
And left you wandering there
Is it lonely, lonely, lonely
Carnival Town - Norah Jones
Released on the 2004 album Feels Like Home, Norah Jones' 'Carnival Town' exemplifies her signature blend of jazz-infused pop and acoustic intimacy. The track features her distinctive, breathy vocal delivery over a warm, organic instrumentation that defines the album's atmospheric sound. As a centerpiece of her discography, the song reflects the era's shift toward organic, singer-songwriter aesthetics, distinguishing it from the more polished production of her earlier work. It remains a staple of her live performances and a touchstone for listeners exploring her evolution from the early 2000s to her current catalog.