Lyrics
He is down by the riverside
He is contemplating life near a river.
Late one night
It's a late night when this contemplation is taking place.
He's tryin' to count the stars
He is attempting to count the stars, possibly reflecting on celestial symbolism.
In each of the signs
Each star might represent something significant in the various aspects of life.
All alone by the riverside
He is still alone, emphasizing solitude and introspection.
And time passes by
Time is passing, highlighting the inevitability of change.
Gathering thoughts of the past
Reflecting on memories from the past.
And maybe he'll cry
There's a possibility of emotional expression, perhaps shedding tears.
So they say he's a madman
Others perceive him as a madman.
And he don't understand
People find it challenging to comprehend his perspective.
But I know that he's tryin' hard
Despite judgments, he is earnestly trying to overcome challenges.
To act like a man
Striving to exhibit maturity and strength.
All those years he has suffered,
He has endured hardship for many years, a shared experience with friends.
My friends
Reiterating the theme of suffering over an extended period.
All those years of pain
Acknowledging the years of pain endured.
But I don't think he knows for sure
Uncertainty about whether those years had meaningful outcomes.
If those years were in vain
The dreamer questions the value of the suffering.
He's a dreamer
He is described as a dreamer, someone with idealistic aspirations.
And he's fightin' for his life
He is engaged in a struggle for survival and understanding.
He's tryin' to understand
Continued efforts to comprehend his circumstances and purpose.
He's a dreamer
Reiteration of his identity as a dreamer.
But he wants to carry on
Despite challenges, he desires to persevere.
Yet I know he's a lonely man
Acknowledgment of his loneliness, adding a layer of complexity to his journey.
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