The Moon Over Tucson
Moonlit Reflections: Exploring Life's Tides in 'The Moon Over Tucson'
Lyrics
We just can't help it so we do it again
We repeat certain actions despite our inability to resist.
We just gun the gas and let the wheels spin
We accelerate the vehicle, allowing the wheels to spin freely.
It's true and I've heard it said
Acknowledging a truth that has been expressed before.
We're not so very far from the back of our heads
We are closely connected to our thoughts and consciousness.
And the moon shines high over Tucson
The moon is present, metaphorically overseeing the events in Tucson.
Over waters that were long ago dried
Refers to dry waters, possibly symbolizing lost or past experiences.
Cause the moon don't care if the water's not there
The moon is indifferent to the absence of water; it continues to shine.
It's high tide
Metaphorically, emphasizing that the moon's influence persists despite external conditions.
Isn't it physical, and we can't pretend
Acknowledging the physical aspect of our existence.
That we know where this starts and where this thing ends
We lack understanding of the origins and conclusion of certain phenomena.
It's a mystery and we don't know why
The inexplicable nature of certain aspects of life.
So we just breathe in deep and close our eyes
In the face of mysteries, we resort to deep breaths and closing our eyes.
And the moon shines high over Tucson
Reiteration of the moon's presence over Tucson.
Over waters that were long ago dried
Recalling dried waters as a symbol of the past.
Cause the moon don't care if the water's not there
Despite the absence of water, the moon's influence persists.
It still tries
Undeterred, the moon continues its influence, reflecting determination.
It calls to the water and it calls to the land
The moon's call extends to both water and land, suggesting a universal influence.
It calls to the hearts of women and men
Highlighting the inclusive nature of the moon's influence on people.
It calls to the water and it calls to the land
Repetition of the moon's call to water and land.
It calls to the hearts of women and men
Reiteration of the universal impact on the hearts of both genders.
Isn't it a pity, isn't it a shame
Expressing regret or disappointment about the refusal to acknowledge certain aspects of ourselves.
That so much of what we are we won't call by name
Our reluctance to name or confront essential parts of our identity is unfortunate.
And it's crazy in little ways
Referring to the irrational aspects of our behavior.
In the light of each and every full phase
Highlighting eccentricities during the phases of the moon.
And the moon shines high over Tucson
Restating the moon's presence over Tucson.
Over waters that were long ago dried
Recalling the dried waters in the moon's light.
Cause the moon don't care if the water's not there
Emphasizing the moon's indifference to the presence of water.
It's high tide
Reiterating the concept of high tide despite external conditions.
And the moon shines high
Concluding with the continued shine of the moon over Tucson.
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