Green, Green Grass of Home
Embracing Home: A Journey Through Nostalgia in 'Green, Green Grass of Home'
Lyrics
My old home town looks the same
Feeling of familiarity and unchanged nature of the hometown
When I step down from the train
Arrival at the familiar setting of the hometown
There to meet me is my Mama and Papa
Reunion with parents upon arrival
Down the road I look and there runs Mary
Observation of a person named Mary on the road
Hair of gold and lips like cherries
Description of Mary's appearance with golden hair and appealing lips
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Comfort and joy experienced upon touching the familiar grass of home
Yes, they'll all come to meet me,
Anticipation of a welcoming reception from others
arms are reaching, smiling sweetly
Expression of affection and warmth from the people welcoming the individual
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Sense of comfort reiterated upon touching the grass again
The old house is still standing
Recognition of the endurance of the old family home despite aging
tho' the paint is cracked and dry
Despite the wear and tear, the house maintains its existence
There's that old oak tree that I used to play on
Recollection of a specific oak tree associated with childhood memories
Down the lane I walk with my sweet Mary
Walking together with Mary down memory lane
Hair of gold and lips like cherries
Reiteration of Mary's captivating appearance
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Reaffirmation of the comfort derived from the home's environment
Yes, they'll all come to meet me,
Expectation of a warm and welcoming reception from everyone
arms are reaching, smiling sweetly
Continued expression of affection and warmth from the welcoming people
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Reiteration of the comfort experienced upon touching the home's grass
Yes it's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Final affirmation of the joy and comfort of being in the familiar environment
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