Lyrics
People used to get together round a fire
People used to gather around a fire for communal activities.
Fishes were cooked, songs were sung
During these gatherings, fish were cooked, and songs were sung, emphasizing a harmonious communal experience.
Moonlight used to guide our way home in the dark
Moonlight served as a guide to lead people home in the dark, suggesting a simpler, natural way of navigating life.
Do you find it hard remembering?
The question challenges the listener's memory, hinting at a contrast between the past and present.
And still you people tell me life is easy to get on with
Despite others claiming life is easy, the speaker acknowledges personal challenges but has enough to manage.
But what I've got so far's enough to get along with
The speaker has acquired sufficient resources or experiences to cope with life's demands.
People tell me that it's so oh - oh
Others assert that life is easy, creating a contrast with the speaker's perspective.
I don't know anymore, I don't know
The speaker expresses uncertainty about the validity of others' claims and questions the ease of life.
People used to get together round a problem
In the past, people gathered to collectively address problems, fostering a sense of community.
Eyes were looked at tongues were true
People were honest and truthful when facing challenges together.
People used to stop and say how do you do
People used to greet each other with a genuine inquiry into well-being.
Do you find it hard remembering?
The question repeats, emphasizing the difficulty of remembering or reconnecting with these past communal experiences.
And still you people tell me life is easy to get on with
The speaker reiterates the contrast between others' perceptions of an easy life and their own struggles.
But what I've got so far's enough to get along with
The speaker reiterates having enough to manage despite life's challenges.
People tell me that it's so oh - oh
Others affirm the ease of life, emphasizing a divergence in perspectives.
I don't know anymore, I don't know
The speaker expresses uncertainty and a lack of understanding regarding life's purported simplicity.
People used to spend an hour making tea
In the past, people spent time making tea, possibly symbolizing a slower and more deliberate approach to daily tasks.
Easy easy was the rule
An "easy, easy" rule prevailed, suggesting a preference for simplicity and a less hectic pace of life.
People used to pause to think and contemplate
People used to pause and reflect, valuing thoughtful contemplation over haste.
He who hurried was the fool
The one who hurried was considered a fool, emphasizing the wisdom in taking one's time.
And still you people tell me life is easy to get on with
The speaker reiterates the discrepancy between perceived ease and their personal struggles.
But what I've got so far's enough to get along with
Despite challenges, the speaker has enough to navigate life's journey.
People tell me that it's so oh - oh
Others assert the ease of life, highlighting the persistent contrast in perspectives.
I don't know anymore, I don't know
The speaker remains uncertain about the validity of claims regarding life's simplicity.
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