Country Life
Country Life: A Nostalgic Tale of Freedom Lost
Lyrics
A long, long time ago,
A reference to a distant past.
In green fields of our own,
Describes a time of prosperity and abundance.
We were free to wander,
Highlights the freedom to explore and enjoy life.
We were free to roam.
Emphasizes the unrestricted lifestyle.
Those tall, dark, leafy trees,
Depicts the beauty and protection of nature.
Our shelter from the breeze,
Specifically mentions trees as a refuge.
Are all gone in a paper chase,
Introduces the concept of urbanization and loss of nature.
Hung up with wallpaper paste.
Symbolizes the destruction of nature for human pursuits.
Tell the farmer
Instructs the farmer to control his dogs.
to keep the dogs at bay,
Implies a time when such warnings were unnecessary.
We were here a long time ago,
Reiterates the idea of a distant past.
When the land was free to roam,
Recalls an era when the land was untamed.
Now it's been stripped to the bone.
Expresses regret over environmental degradation.
(Straight on)
Indicates a transition or change in the narrative.
My first memory
Recounts a cherished childhood memory.
Of blue sky and cornfields,
Describes idyllic scenes of nature.
A hornet's nest,
Lists specific details contributing to the memory.
A floral dress,
Recalls a specific item, suggesting nostalgia.
Summer evenings were the best,
Highlights the positive experiences of summer evenings.
The last thing on my mind
Shifts to a change in perspective or mindset.
Was to leave it all behind,
Expresses a reluctance or unexpected decision to leave.
Move out to a city life,
Describes the move to a city as a necessity.
Necessity, if you don't mind
Justifies the urban relocation due to practical reasons.
This city is full of fakes.
Criticizes the artificial and insincere nature of city life.
This city is full of mistakes.
Points out errors and shortcomings in the city.
We're moving out to the country.
Announces a decision to move back to the countryside.
We're gonna find a place where the air is clean and free, yeah.
Expresses a desire for a cleaner and freer environment.
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