The song "Angie" by Gov't Mule is actually a cover of the famous Rolling Stones song of the same name. The song was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards and was released in 1973 as part of their album "Goats Head Soup." The lyrics of the song describe a troubled relationship between two people, Angie and the narrator. The narrator expresses their love for Angie but acknowledges the lack of happiness and satisfaction in their lives. The clouds and sadness represent the struggles and difficulties they face in their relationship. Despite their efforts, it seems like their dreams and happiness are slowly fading away. The narrator reminisces about the past, mentioning the nights they cried together and the dreams they once had. However, these dreams seem to have turned to disappointment and have gone "up in smoke." Throughout the song, the narrator suggests that it might be time to say goodbye, as they both lack love and financial stability. They question whether they can truly be satisfied in their current situation. However, the narrator still expresses their love for Angie and the beauty they see in her. The song concludes with the narrator reassuring Angie that she shouldn't weep and that her kisses still taste sweet. They acknowledge the sadness in her eyes but propose that it's time to move on and say goodbye. Despite all the challenges they face, the narrator believes it's good to be alive and that they have at least tried their best in their relationship. In essence, "Angie" is a bittersweet song about a troubled relationship that has lost its spark, prompting the need for change and moving on.
