"CC Rider" is a blues song that has been covered by various artists, including Julie London. The song is about a woman, known as CC Rider, who has caused trouble and heartache for the narrator. CC Rider is seen as a seductive and elusive figure who comes and goes as she pleases, leaving a trail of broken hearts in her wake. The lyrics suggest that CC Rider has made the narrator fall in love with her, but now other women have come into the picture. The narrator expresses a desire for CC Rider to accompany them but says they won't be back until fall, indicating that they intend to find someone new and may not return at all if they do. The mention of buying a pistol and shooting a man named Cannonball suggests a desire for revenge or protection against further heartbreak. It implies that if Cannonball rejects the narrator, he won't find anyone else either. As the song continues, CC Rider is questioned about her whereabouts and her appearance, suggesting that she has been absent and has neglected her appearance. The narrator seems hurt and frustrated by CC Rider's actions, questioning what she has done. Overall, "CC Rider" is a blues song that tells a story of love and betrayal. It portrays CC Rider as a captivating but troublesome character who has caused the narrator heartache and has now moved on to other relationships.
