Remember
Embracing Life's Wisdom: dAN Hartke's Remember
Lyrics
When I'm old and grey
Expressing a future state of aging.
Would you pass my way
Asking if someone will visit during old age.
And leave a word of comfort in my ear
Desiring comforting words as a source of solace.
I have naught to give
Acknowledging a lack of material possessions.
Fewer days to live
Noting a limited time left in life.
But I can share some wisdom if you'll hear
Offering to share wisdom with the listener.
When I'm old and grey
Reiterating the theme of old age.
My legs have given way
Highlighting physical weakness in old age.
Those mighty men have bent me to the ground
Reflecting on the impact of time and aging on strength.
My doors have all been closed
Indicating closed opportunities or chapters in life.
My cricket's moving slow
Metaphorically referencing slowed physical abilities.
Been waking up at every little sound
Describing heightened sensitivity to sounds in old age.
Remember my son, your Creator
Advising the listener to remember their Creator.
While the ember is bright
Emphasizing the importance of remembering God while there is still vitality.
Remember your God before the silver chord
Encouraging remembrance of God before the end of life.
Is severed of Life
Metaphorically referring to the end of life when the "silver chord" is severed.
When I'm old and grey
Revisiting the theme of old age and impending silence.
Nothing left to say
Expressing a sense of having nothing more to communicate.
All the Proverbs sitting on a shelf
Referring to stored wisdom in the form of Proverbs.
You can lay me down
Suggesting a desire for a peaceful resting place.
In a quiet part of town
Expressing a willingness to face the end alone.
I'll sing my final songs there by myself
Anticipating singing final songs as a personal conclusion.
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