Lyrics
These heavenly bodies
Refers to celestial bodies scattered or scattered in the sluice (channel for water) symbolizing a natural and cosmic setting.
Are strewn in the sluice
Describes the scattering of heavenly bodies in the sluice, suggesting a chaotic and disorderly arrangement.
By the riverside
Indicates the location by the riverside, possibly enhancing the natural and outdoorsy atmosphere set in the lyrics.
So ripe and glistening
Depicts a vivid and enticing image of the heavenly bodies being ripe and glistening, possibly suggesting allure or temptation.
The insects are hissing
Mentions the hissing of insects, adding an element of sound and atmosphere to the scene.
the serpents are hissing
Introduces the hissing of serpents, contributing to the sensory and potentially ominous ambiance.
over muddy thighs
Describes muddy thighs, possibly representing a dirty or primal environment.
the reeds are rustling
Notes the rustling of reeds, adding to the natural soundscape of the setting.
Sooey sooey sooey pig
Repetition of "Sooey sooey sooey pig" as a call or invitation, creating a rhythmic and ritualistic quality.
Come out
Repeated calls urging the pig to come out and play, implying a desire for interaction or engagement.
Sooey sooey sooey pig
-Come out
-Come out
-Come out
-And play
Explicitly expresses the invitation for the pig to come out and play.
Slick snouts are sniffing
Describes slick snouts sniffing, suggesting an animalistic and instinctual behavior.
The red flesh is steaming
Depicts red flesh steaming, possibly indicating excitement, arousal, or a visceral aspect.
From the inside
Refers to the inside of something, possibly alluding to an internal or hidden aspect.
Its quickening
Uses "quickening," suggesting a hastening or intensification of a process, possibly with connotations of life or vitality.
Sooey sooey sooey pig
Reiteration of the call for the pig to come out and play, emphasizing the urgency or importance of the invitation.
Come out
-Come out
-And play
Concludes with a final call for the pig to come out and play, reinforcing the central theme of the lyrics.
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