On Susan's Floor
Homeless Harmony: Gordon Lightfoot's Ode to Shelter on Susan's Floor
Lyrics
Like crippled ships that made it
Comparing individuals to crippled ships that have endured storms and found solace on Susan's floor.
Through a storm and finally reached a quiet shore
Reflecting on the journey of overcoming challenges and finding a peaceful place, possibly metaphorical.
The homeless found a home on Susan's floor
Describing Susan's floor as a refuge for the homeless, symbolizing a welcoming and comforting space.
Didn't feel so cold and tired
Expressing a contrast in the emotional state—warmer and more comfortable on Susan's floor.
Stretched out before her fire
Depicting a scene of relaxation, with individuals lying in front of Susan's fire.
Rollin' smokes and drinkin' up her wine
Portraying a casual and cozy atmosphere of rolling cigarettes and enjoying wine on Susan's floor.
And I remember candlelight
Recalling the ambiance of candlelight and singing that created a memorable experience.
And singing 'til we could not sing no more
Highlighting the joy of singing until exhaustion in the company of Susan.
Then fallin' warm asleep on Susan's floor
Describing the comfort of falling asleep warmly after the musical and social activities on Susan's floor.
Well now that my song is sweeeter
Expressing a sentiment that the singer's life has become sweeter, possibly influenced by the experiences on Susan's floor.
I think I'd like to greet her
Expressing a desire to meet Susan again and express gratitude for the positive experiences.
And thank her for the favors that she gave
Acknowledging and thanking Susan for the kindness and generosity she has shown.
A stranger I came
Describing the singer's initial status as a stranger who arrived at Susan's door.
My head bowed in the rain to her door
Depicting the singer with a bowed head in the rain, possibly indicating a sense of vulnerability.
I sat and sang my songs on Susan's floor
Recounting the experience of sitting and singing songs on Susan's floor.
In the mornin' I'd go on
Indicating the singer's departure in the morning, suggesting a transient nature of the encounters.
Buyin' kingdoms with my songs
Metaphorically describing the impact of the singer's songs as something valuable, like buying kingdoms.
Knowin' I'd be back in just a while
Anticipating a return to Susan's floor after a short absence.
Warm in the sunlight of her smile
Describing the warmth and brightness found in Susan's smile.
Well lots of time and songs have passed
Reflecting on the passage of time and numerous songs, suggesting a nostalgic perspective.
I catch myself just looking back
Acknowledging the tendency to look back and relive the wonder of past experiences.
Reliving all the wonder of those nights
Revisiting the emotional and awe-inspiring moments from the nights spent on Susan's floor.
That's where I'd be today
Suggesting a hypothetical scenario of where the singer might be if they had stayed longer on Susan's floor.
If I had only stayed one night more
Expressing a sense of regret for not extending the stay and singing more songs on Susan's floor.
And sang another song on Susan's floor
Contemplating the impact of another night and another song on Susan's floor.
Like crippled ships that made it
Repeating the imagery of crippled ships, emphasizing the theme of overcoming challenges and finding peace.
Through a storm and finally reached a quiet shore
Reiterating the idea of reaching a quiet shore after enduring a storm.
The homeless found a home on Susan's floor
Echoing the sentiment that Susan's floor provides a home for the homeless, emphasizing its significance.
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