Carnival Time Lyrics
Al Johnson
Lyrics
The Green room is smokin'
And the Plaza's burnin' down
Throw my baby out the window
And let the joint burn down
All because it's Carnival Ti-i-ime
Whoa, it's Carnival Time
Oh well, it's Carnival Time
And everybody's havin' fun
Claiborne Street is a-rockin'
From-a one side to the other
The joints are jammin', packin'
And I'm about to smother
All because it's Carnival Ti-i-ime
Whoa, it's Carnival Time
Oh well, it's Carnival Time
And everybody's havin' fun
Right now, it's Carnival Ti-i-ime
Whoa, Carnival Time
Oh well, it's Carnival Time
And everybody's havin' fun
Well, if you put your nickel
Well now, I'll put a dime down
We can get together now
And drink us some wine
All because it's Carnival Ti-i-ime
Whoa, it's Carnival Time
Oh well, it's Carnival Time
And everybody's drinkin' wine
Song & Lyrics Facts
Al Johnson's "Carnival Time" is a classic New Orleans-style funk song that was released on the album of the same name in 1976. The genre of the track is R&B and it was written by Al Johnson, Willie Tee and Mac Rebennack (better known as Dr.
John). It features lead vocals from Al Johnson and backing vocals from members of The Wild Magnolias including Big Chief Jolly, Monk Boudreaux and Bo Dollis Jr. The lyrics of the song depict the joyous atmosphere of Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans. Notably, this single reached #5 on the US Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and has become an iconic part of the city’s musical heritage.