Keep Your Line In The Water
Navigating Life's Waters: Wisdom from 'Keep Your Line In The Water'
Lyrics
He'd come in to wake me at 5 am
His father or grandfather would wake him up early at 5 am.
Sayin' “Hey bub, it's time to go”
They would announce it was time to go for an activity.
Find my blue jeans, my boots, and my favorite old hat
Preparing for the day's activity by gathering specific clothing items.
While he backed up his truck to the boat
The father or grandfather prepared their truck to tow a boat.
We'd hit the lake with that sky turning red
Starting the day early, witnessing the sunrise while heading to the lake.
There was no place that I'd rather be
Expressing contentment with the chosen activity and location.
When I got mad cause I couldn't catch a thing
Feeling frustrated for not being successful in fishing.
He said sit down and listen to me
Being advised to calm down and pay attention to advice.
Keep your head where your heart is
Encouragement to focus on emotions and aspirations.
Keep your feet on the ground
Advice to stay grounded and practical.
Dream of the big ones
Encouragement to dream big.
cnd they'll come around
Belief that with dedication, big dreams can be achieved.
Have faith, and trust in The Father
Emphasizing faith and trust in a higher power.
Keep your line in the water
Analogizing fishing advice to life advice – keep trying.
Grandpa sat in his old rocking chair
Depicting the grandfather in a relaxed setting with a remote control.
With that TV remote in his hand
Grandfather engaging with technology while imparting wisdom.
“If your first love don't last, it's not all that bad”
Offering perspective on failed relationships.
Someday you'll understand
Assuring that understanding comes with time and experience.
Keep your head where your heart is
Reiteration of emotional guidance.
Keep your feet on the ground
Reiterating the need to stay grounded.
Dream of that one girl
Dreaming about a significant romantic relationship.
cnd she'll come around
Belief that pursuing the dream can make it a reality.
Have faith, and trust in The Father
Reinforcing faith and trust in a higher power.
Keep your line in the water
Continuing the analogy of fishing to life – keep trying for love.
The day finally came, he passed away
The passing away of the father or grandfather.
cnd I thought life wasn't fair
Feeling life is unfair after the loss.
But when I need advice I go back to that place
Seeking guidance from memories and past advice.
‘Cause I know he'll always be there
Belief in the enduring presence of their wisdom.
Keep your head where your heart is
Reiteration of emotional guidance.
Keep your feet on the ground
Reiterating the need to stay grounded.
Dream of the big lights
Dreaming of success and recognition.
cnd they'll come around
Belief that success will come with persistence.
Just have faith, and trust The Father
Encouragement to maintain faith in a higher power.
cnd keep your line in the water
Continuation of the analogy, advising to keep trying in life pursuits.
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