"Break of Day" is a blues song by Howlin' Wolf, a renowned American blues singer and guitarist. The song is about a man who wants to leave his current situation and start anew in the morning, just as the day breaks. In the lyrics, the singer expresses his desire to leave early in the morning when it's time for the baby. This implies that the singer may have a family, and he wants to make his getaway without causing any worry or trouble. He asks his loved ones not to worry about him while he's gone, even though they may remember how they treated him wrongly in the past. The chorus suggests that if the singer had followed his instincts (second mind), he would have been in New Jersey for the second time. It could be interpreted as a missed opportunity or regret for not making a better decision or following his gut feelings in the past. The song concludes with the singer bidding farewell to his baby and admitting that he has to go. He realizes that his baby, presumably his partner or loved one, doesn't want him anymore. The lyrics convey a sense of longing, realization, and the need for a fresh start. Overall, "Break of Day" tells the story of a man feeling the urge to leave his current situation and seek a new beginning, reflecting the blues tradition of expressing emotions and personal experiences.
