Everyman Needs a Companion
Journey of Reflection: Everyman's Quest for Connection
Lyrics
Every man needs a companion
Expresses the universal need for companionship in every man's life.
Someone to turn his thoughts to
Desires someone who can redirect his thoughts, providing a focus or purpose.
I know I do
The singer acknowledges his personal need for companionship.
Every man needs a companion
Reiterates the fundamental idea that every man requires a companion.
Someone to console him
Desires someone who can offer comfort and solace.
Like I need you
The singer expresses a specific need for the person being addressed.
Oh, oh
[Refrain]
John the baptist took Jesus Christ
References a biblical event where John the Baptist baptizes Jesus on a Friday night.
Down to the river on a Friday night
Describes the scene of the baptism, setting a context.
They talked about Mary like a couple of boys
John and Jesus discuss Mary, possibly highlighting shared experiences.
With nothing to lose
They engage in conversation as if they have nothing to lose.
Too scared to try
Suggests fear or hesitation to take risks.
Every man needs a companion
Repeats the earlier idea that every man needs a companion.
Someone to turn his thoughts to
Reiterates the desire for someone to redirect thoughts towards.
I know I do
Confirms the singer's awareness of his need for companionship.
Every man needs a companion
Restates the concept that every man requires a comforting companion.
Someone to console him
Expresses a specific need for the person being addressed.
Like I need you, oh
[Refrain]
Oh, oh
-Joseph Campbell and The Rolling Stones
Mentions Joseph Campbell and The Rolling Stones but finds their myths inadequate.
Couldn't give me a myth
Expresses dissatisfaction with existing myths and the need to create a personal narrative.
So I had to write my own
Describes the singer's act of crafting his own myth or story.
Like I'm hung up on religion
Acknowledges a fixation on religion but recognizes it as a futile pursuit.
Though I know it's a waste
Despite recognizing the futility, the singer is attached to religious themes.
I never liked the name Joshua
Expresses a dislike for the name Joshua, possibly a personal or symbolic preference.
I got tired of J
The singer grows tired of a name starting with 'J', possibly alluding to personal experiences.
Everyman needs a companion
Repeats the idea that every man needs a consoling companion.
Someone to console him
Reiterates the desire for someone to provide solace.
Like I need you, oh
Expresses a specific need for the person being addressed.
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
[Refrain]
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