Four Strong Winds
Winds of Change: Harry Belafonte's Journey and Longing
Lyrics
Four strong winds that blow lonely
Reference to powerful, persistent winds symbolizing loneliness or isolation.
Seven seas that run high
Symbolic of vast, tumultuous seas, suggesting challenges or obstacles.
All those things that don't change come what may
Emphasizes the constancy of certain things despite changing circumstances.
But our good times are all gone
Reflects the end of enjoyable moments or favorable times.
And I'm bound for moving on
Expresses the inevitability of departing or moving forward.
I look for you if I'm ever back this way
Indicates a hopeful possibility of reconnecting in the future.
Think Ill go out to Alberta
Contemplation of relocation to Alberta, Canada.
Weathers good there in the fall
Highlighting favorable weather conditions during autumn in Alberta.
Got some friends I can go to working for
Considering job opportunities and a social circle in Alberta.
Still I wish you change your mind
Expressing a desire for a change in the other person's decision.
If I asked you one more time
A plea for reconsideration, despite previous attempts.
But we've been through that a hundred times or more
Emphasizing repetition of discussions or pleas.
If I get there before the snow flies
Anticipating arrival before the onset of winter.
And if things are going good
Hoping for favorable circumstances upon arrival.
You could meet me if I send you down the fare
Suggesting the possibility of meeting if assistance is provided.
But by then it would be winter
Highlighting the harshness of winter conditions.
ain't too much for you to do
Implies limited activities due to the severe winter weather.
And those winds sure can blow cold way out there
Reiterates the harshness of the winds in that location.
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