Caravan
Van Morrison · Other Songs - Van Morrison
And the caravan is on it's way
I can hear the merry gypsies play
Mama mama look at Emma Rose
She's a-playin with her radio
so lets go say La, la, la, la...
And the caravan has all my friends
They will stay with me until the end
Gypsy Robin, Sweet Emma Emma Emma Rose
Tell me everything I need to know
La, la, la...
Turn up your radio and let me hear the song
Switch on your electric light
Then we can get down to what is really wrong
because I long to hold you tight so I can feel you
Sweet lady of the night I shall reveal you
Turn it up, turn it up, little bit higher radio
Turn it up, just enough, so you know, radio
La, la, la, la...
And the caravan is painted red and white
That means ev'rybody's staying overnight
Barefoot gypsy player round the campfire sing and play
And a woman tells us of her ways
everybody sing La, la, la, la...
Turn up your radio and let me hear the song
Switch on your electric light
Then we can get down to what is really wrong
I long to hold you tight so I can feel you
Sweet lady of the night I shall reveal you
Turn it up, turn it up, little bit higher, radio
Turn it up, just enough, so you know it's got soul
Radio, radio turn it up, hum
La, la, la, la...
take me down to the river baby, and wash my hands,
wash my feet take me down to the river darlin,
and lay with me where the sun dont sleep,
i said sweet baby, oh tonight i shall feel you
I can hear the merry gypsies play
Mama mama look at Emma Rose
She's a-playin with her radio
so lets go say La, la, la, la...
And the caravan has all my friends
They will stay with me until the end
Gypsy Robin, Sweet Emma Emma Emma Rose
Tell me everything I need to know
La, la, la...
Turn up your radio and let me hear the song
Switch on your electric light
Then we can get down to what is really wrong
because I long to hold you tight so I can feel you
Sweet lady of the night I shall reveal you
Turn it up, turn it up, little bit higher radio
Turn it up, just enough, so you know, radio
La, la, la, la...
And the caravan is painted red and white
That means ev'rybody's staying overnight
Barefoot gypsy player round the campfire sing and play
And a woman tells us of her ways
everybody sing La, la, la, la...
Turn up your radio and let me hear the song
Switch on your electric light
Then we can get down to what is really wrong
I long to hold you tight so I can feel you
Sweet lady of the night I shall reveal you
Turn it up, turn it up, little bit higher, radio
Turn it up, just enough, so you know it's got soul
Radio, radio turn it up, hum
La, la, la, la...
take me down to the river baby, and wash my hands,
wash my feet take me down to the river darlin,
and lay with me where the sun dont sleep,
i said sweet baby, oh tonight i shall feel you
Caravan
Caravan stands as a defining track in Van Morrison's expansive discography, showcasing his signature blend of soul, jazz, and rock. The recording captures the artist's ability to weave complex musical arrangements with introspective songwriting, creating a sound that feels both timeless and immediate. As a key song in his body of work, the song reflects the eclectic influences that have shaped his career, from R&B roots to spiritual jazz textures. It remains a testament to Morrison's enduring artistry and his capacity to craft melodies that resonate deeply with listeners across generations. The track exemplifies the rich musical landscape he has cultivated throughout his long and celebrated career.