Gloria
Van Morrison · Too Long In Exile
You know she comes around.
She's about five feet four,
from her head to the ground.
You know she comes around here
Just about midnight.
She makes me feel so good, Lord.
She makes me feel alright.
And her name is G-L-O-R-I,I,I,I..
G-L-O-R-I-A (Gloria)
G-L-O-R-I-A (Gloria)
I'm gonna shout it all night (Gloria)
I'm gonna shout it every day (Gloria)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
(Guitar Solo)
She comes around here,
Just about midnight.
She makes me feels so good, Lord.
She makes me feel alright.
She comes walking down my street,
And then she comes to my house
She knocks upon my door.
And then she comes to my room.
And then she makes me feel alright.
G-L-O-R-I-A (Gloria)
G-L-O-R-I-A (Gloria)
I'm gonna shout it all night (Gloria)
I'm gonna shout it every day (Gloria)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
Gloria - Van Morrison
Van Morrison's "Gloria" stands as a defining track from his 1971 album *Too Long In Exile*, capturing the raw energy of his early career. The song exemplifies the psychedelic rock and soul influences that characterized Morrison's work during this pivotal period. With its driving rhythm and emotional intensity, the recording showcases his signature vocal delivery and songwriting prowess, establishing him as a major force in British rock music. Released during a time when Morrison was transitioning from his earlier folk and blues roots to a more expansive sound, the track remains a testament to his ability to blend genres seamlessly. It continues to be celebrated for its atmospheric quality and its role in shaping the legacy of 1970s rock, serving as a powerful example of his evolving artistic identity.