"Blue Moon of Kentucky"

"Blue Moon of Kentucky" is a traditional country song written by Bill Monroe in 1946. The phrase "blue moon" typically refers to a rare second full moon within a calendar month, symbolizing rarity or something unusual. The song uses the imagery of a blue moon and its association with longing and heartbreak, expressing feelings of loneliness and lost love. Despite the title, the "blue moon" in the song is more metaphorical than literal, conveying deep emotional meaning through its poetic imagery. The song gained fame through recordings by Monroe and later by Elvis Presley, becoming a classic in American folk and country music.