The most festive Tuesday of the year

Especially living down here.

New Orleans folks

Walking under the big oaks,

And standing by the street.

Moms yelling, “Don’t step off the concrete.”

Double deckers riding by

Did you see that one guy?

Riders on the float tossing beads

The people cheering their pleas.

Everyone is eating king cake

It is so much fun to partake.

That orange box sitting on the table

Eating a piece of chicken if you’re able.

The day is a lot of fun

Especially standing under the warm sun.

Foreigners don't understand

Until they step in our land.

Mardi Gras is a treasured holiday

That in New Orleans we go all the way!