Andalucia
Andalucia 1917: A Tale of Love, Loss, and Longing
Lyrics
Andalucia 1917
Referring to Andalucia in the year 1917, setting the historical context.
Such a splendid summer
Describing the summer in Andalucia as splendid.
We were sitting in the shade
Depicting a scene where individuals are sitting in the shade, possibly enjoying the moment.
But they can tell when you're afraid
Suggesting that people can sense fear in others.
I thought I heard an actress say
Referring to an actress making a statement; content unclear, possibly related to the consequences of fear.
There's one thing that you should know
Stating that there's something important to know.
They will never let you go, go, go
Emphasizing that one will not be allowed to leave easily or be free.
They will never let you go
Repeating the idea that freedom is restricted or impossible.
Antonita, my dear
Addressing someone named Antonita, advising not to cry.
Don't you cry
Expressing emotional attachment and commitment to Antonita.
I have given all my ears to you
Conveying a significant dedication of attention or care to Antonita.
And Andalucia
Mentioning Andalucia again, possibly as a place of importance.
Andalucia
Repeating the name Andalucia for emphasis or significance.
Oh, Cordoba
Referring to Cordoba, another location, and urging the arrival of Muiras.
Bring the Muiras on
Encouraging the presence of Muiras in Cordoba, suggesting a festive or celebratory atmosphere.
We've been sitting in the sun
Indicating a period of sitting in the sun, possibly enjoying the warmth.
You can press your hands on wounded friends
Suggesting a gesture of support or care by pressing hands on wounded friends.
Pray to Veronica
Mentioning Veronica, possibly in a religious or comforting context.
But they can tell when you're afraid
Reiterating that fear can be detected by others.
I thought I heard the doctor say
Repetition of hearing the doctor say something, emphasizing a medical or authoritative figure.
I thought I heard the doctor say
-I thought I heard the doctor say
-Antonita, my dear
Reassuring Antonita not to cry, showing a desire to comfort.
Don't you cry
Reiterating the emotional connection and the plea for Antonita not to cry.
I have only one year
Expressing a limited timeframe until a return to Andalucia.
Until I'm home again in Andalucia
Expressing anticipation and the desire to be home again in Andalucia with Antonita.
Until I'm home again with you in Andalucia
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