Shapes of Things
Evolving Reflections: Wisdom, Change, and Tomorrow's Challenge
Lyrics
Ah, shapes of things before my eyes
A contemplation of abstract forms or concepts appearing before the speaker's eyes.
Just teach me to despise
The speaker seeks to be taught how to despise, possibly referring to negative aspects of the observed shapes or life experiences.
Will time make men more wise?
Ponders whether the passage of time will bring greater wisdom to humanity.
Here within my lonely frame
The speaker describes a sense of isolation within their own perspective.
My eyes just heard my brain
Suggests a disconnection between the speaker's eyes and brain, questioning if perceptions align.
But will it seem the same?
Raises uncertainty about whether future experiences will be perceived similarly.
Come tomorrow, will I be older?
Contemplates aging and wonders if tomorrow will bring increased age.
Come tomorrow, may be a soldier
Considers the possibility of becoming a soldier, implying potential challenges or conflicts.
Come tomorrow, may I be bolder than today?
Expresses a desire to be bolder in the future compared to the present.
Now the trees are almost green
Observes the changing of seasons, specifically noting the arrival of green on trees.
But will they still be seen
Raises doubt about the continued visibility of the green trees after the passage of time.
When time and tide have been?
Questions if the trees will still be seen after the effects of time and tide.
Fall into your passing hands
Asks to fall into someone's passing hands, possibly seeking guidance or support.
Please don't destroy these lands
Urges not to destroy the lands, emphasizing environmental preservation.
Don't make them desert sands
Advises against turning the lands into desert sands, advocating for ecological sustainability.
Come tomorrow, will I be older?
Reiterates the contemplation of aging and whether tomorrow will bring increased age.
Come tomorrow, may be a soldier
Repeats the consideration of becoming a soldier, implying ongoing uncertainty or conflict.
Come tomorrow, may I be bolder than today?
Restates the desire to be bolder in the future compared to the present.
Come tomorrow, will I be older?
Again contemplates aging and the potential of being older tomorrow.
Come tomorrow, may be a soldier
Reiterates the possibility of becoming a soldier in the future.
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