The Broken Whole
Embracing the Broken Whole: Insights into the Depths of Humanity
Lyrics
It was the small man, a truly great man
The speaker refers to a small man who is truly great, suggesting paradox or unexpected qualities.
Who did these great things so many praised
This small man accomplished commendable deeds that gained recognition and praise.
But he did sad things religion hid
Despite his greatness, the man engaged in sorrowful actions hidden by religious practices.
Beating his breast why was he born different
The man, feeling different, questions his existence, expressing emotional turmoil.
It was the small boy, a truly great boy
A small boy is described as truly great, performing unnoticed good deeds.
Who did these good things that went unseen
His positive actions are overshadowed by negative deeds performed for attention.
Hidden by bad things done to be seen
The boy's cry for help stems from a desire for a secure and loving father figure.
A cry for help for a safe father's love
Reference to fathers concealing their fears, leading them to hide their true selves.
Father's fear being known so they hide their souls
Fathers hide their souls due to fear, and sons, fearing emotional distance, pursue material wealth.
Sons they fear growing cold so they live for gold
Sons prioritize wealth over emotional connection to avoid growing emotionally distant.
If beautiful men would unroll their hearts of stone
Imagery of beautiful men revealing their compassionate side could positively influence the world.
They'd lead the world to embrace a broken whole
If these men express vulnerability, they can lead the world towards embracing imperfections.
It was the small boy, deep tender heart
A small boy with a tender heart, often criticized for being emotional, grows into a strong man.
With tears too easy or so he was told
He faced criticism for his sensitivity but evolves into a mature man with strength.
Grew up a real man, muscles and sword
The man, now mature, has physical strength and wields a sword but seeks comfort in love.
Finally disarmed in a safe lover's lap
Ultimately, he finds solace in the arms of a caring lover.
It was the shepherd the gentle soul
A shepherd, symbolizing a gentle soul, navigates life with a broken sense of self.
Shuffled and shifted his broken whole
The shepherd copes with his brokenness, adapting and enduring life's challenges.
Up to the podium amidst the throw
The shepherd takes a position of influence amidst challenges and performers.
Of dancers and weavers to sway arthritic bones
Surrounded by dancers and weavers, the shepherd embraces life's complexities with grace.
Father's fear being known so they hide their souls
Reiteration of fathers concealing their fears and hiding their true selves.
Sons they fear growing cold so they live for gold
Sons, fearing emotional detachment, prioritize material success over genuine connections.
If beautiful men would unroll their hearts of stone
Reiteration of the positive impact if compassionate men reveal their vulnerable side.
They'd lead the world to embrace a broken whole
If men express their vulnerabilities, they can lead the world towards embracing imperfections.
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