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Santo Rio: Unveiling Life's Silver Threads and Bittersweet GoodbyesLyrics
Who am I
Identity and self-reflection, questioning one's existence.
I'm seeing silver in sand
Seeing value (silver) in something as common as sand, finding worth in the mundane.
Sixty five
A numerical reference, possibly an age or a significant number in the speaker's life.
And crooked rivers on land
Reference to challenging or winding paths in life, represented by crooked rivers on land.
Forgive me
An apology or expression of remorse.
You bore witness enough
Acknowledgment of someone witnessing a significant event or personal struggle.
Bloody knees
Physical hardship, possibly a metaphor for emotional pain.
Up the north facing bluff
A specific geographical location, possibly with emotional significance.
Keep your hands where they can see em
Advice or warning to be cautious or restrained.
Keep your oldest son up high
Guidance to protect and prioritize the well-being of the speaker's oldest son.
There's a flood across the county
Reference to a crisis affecting an entire region.
Santo Rio
Eponymous phrase, possibly referring to a place or a significant event.
Goodbye
Farewell, indicating a departure or the end of a chapter.
Sweet Rosine
Reference to a person named Rosine, possibly invoking a sense of nostalgia or personal connection.
Hang your linens to dry
Symbolic action of hanging linens to dry, possibly signifying cleansing or renewal.
Blue moonbeams
Reference to a rare occurrence or a moment of serenity represented by blue moonbeams.
Put to sleep your houseflies
Metaphorical instruction to eliminate distractions or nuisances.
Josey came
Introduction of a character named Josey, possibly with a significant role in the narrative.
And he was here for a breath
Josey's brief presence, emphasizing the brevity of life or moments.
Til' Monterrey
Reference to a location, Monterrey, and potential challenges faced there.
Closed in on his neck
Imminent danger or threat to Josey.
So keep your hands where they can see em
Reiteration of advice to be cautious or restrained with hands visible.
Keep your oldest son up high
Reiteration of prioritizing the safety of the speaker's oldest son.
There's a flood across the county
Reiteration of a crisis affecting the county, reinforcing its significance.
Santo Rio
Repetition of the eponymous phrase, possibly emphasizing departure or conclusion.
Goodbye
Repetition of farewell, indicating a final parting.
The silver is gone
Loss or depletion of something valuable represented by silver.
This is not our home
Displacement or lack of belonging, expressing a sentiment that the current situation is not the speaker's home.
All will be re born
Optimistic outlook, suggesting a rebirth or renewal for everyone.
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