Castle of Sand
Eternal Love: Building Castles of Sand in the Story of Us
Lyrics
That's a story about a man and a woman
Introduction of the narrative as a story about a man and a woman.
Darlin' build a castle of sand
Expression of affection as the couple builds a metaphorical "castle of sand."
Don't matter if the ocean wash part of the building down
Emphasizing the transient nature of challenges, such as the ocean washing part of the castle away, but affirming commitment.
Still, I am yours and you are mine.
Declaration of mutual ownership and commitment despite external difficulties.
Come to me
Invitation for the partner to come closer or approach emotionally.
Now hold my hand
Request to hold hands, symbolizing connection and support.
Kiss with me
Encouragement to share affection through a kiss.
Let it never end.
Desire for the positive and loving moment to continue indefinitely.
That's a story about the love to each other
Reiteration of the narrative focus on love, extending to various relationships like those with family members.
For black brother for mother or father
Reference to love for a black brother, mother, or father, promoting inclusivity and diversity in the narrative.
Don't worry about you're living out of your hometown
Encouragement not to worry about living away from one's hometown, emphasizing support and understanding.
You're not alone!
Assurance that the individual is not alone, fostering a sense of companionship.
That's a story about a man and a woman
Repetition of the narrative about a man and a woman building a symbolic castle of sand.
Darlin' build a castle of sand
Continuation of the metaphorical castle building despite potential challenges.
Don't matter if the ocean wash part of the building down
Reiteration of the idea that external obstacles, like the ocean, won't diminish the commitment between the couple.
Still, I am yours and you are mine.
Confirmation of mutual belonging, expressing enduring commitment.
I'm yours
Direct declaration of possession and belonging - "I'm yours."
You're mine
Reciprocal ownership, affirming a mutual connection - "You're mine."
I'm yours
Reiteration of personal ownership and commitment - "I'm yours."
You're mine.
Continued affirmation of mutual ownership and commitment - "You're mine."
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