Back Down to Earth
Celestial Love's Descent: Carly Simon's Journey Back Down to Earth
Lyrics
We jumped into a river on the moon
We engaged in an ambitious endeavor represented by jumping into a river on the moon.
But the water was too cold
The experience did not meet our expectations as the water in the moon's river was uncomfortably cold.
We tried to buy the morning star
We attempted to acquire the morning star, symbolizing a lofty and unattainable goal.
But it was already sold
However, the morning star was already sold, indicating the unavailability or impossibility of achieving that aspiration.
I wanted to make it big with you
I aspired to achieve significant success or accomplishment with you.
But my plans must have been to bold
Yet, it appears my plans were overly ambitious or daring.
And it's back down to earth again
Now, we face a reality check and return to a more down-to-earth perspective.
Back in my car and gone
I retreat to my car and depart from the situation.
Back on the road
I resume my journey, possibly a metaphorical road in life.
Back on the road alone
However, I am back on the road alone, signifying a sense of solitude or separation.
You were my summer angel
You were a special and significant presence in my life, metaphorically referred to as a summer angel.
You're eyes how they shone
Your eyes radiated brightness and beauty.
Just last night we were talking about
In a recent conversation, we reflected on the growth of our love.
How much our love had grown
Despite the positive discussion, the next line suggests a shift or setback.
I wanted to prove how good it could be
I aimed to demonstrate the excellence of our relationship, but unforeseen circumstances hindered my plans.
But my plans will have to be postponed
As a result, my ambitious plans need to be postponed or reconsidered.
'Cause it's back down to earth again
Returning to a grounded state, facing the reality, and readjusting plans after the setback.
Back in my car and gone
I retreat to my car and depart from the situation once again.
Back on the road
I resume my journey, possibly a metaphorical road in life, but this time acknowledging the solitude.
Back on the road alone
Once again, I find myself back on the road alone, emphasizing a sense of isolation or separation.
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