Lyrics
Some folk are born to the sunlight
Some individuals are naturally inclined towards daylight and sunshine.
their wild-fire whirls in a circle of ash
Their intense energy revolves in a circle of remnants, possibly symbolizing the cycle of life.
other folk are born where the stars ebb
Other people are born under the influence of the stars' decline.
that's why their pale skin glows with mystery
These individuals exhibit a mysterious glow in their pale skin.
some folk are born when the lime tree was growing
Some are born during the growth of a lime tree, contributing to their tall and slender stature.
that's why they're tall and slender
Their physical characteristics are influenced by the lime tree's maturation.
some folk are born when the lime tree was felled
Contrastingly, others are born when the lime tree is cut down, resulting in fierceness and wild freedom.
that's why they're fierce and wild and free
This group embodies a more untamed and unrestrained nature.
Lay me down in sweet sleep
Expresses a desire to be laid to rest peacefully.
swaddled into your monastery
Envisioning a tranquil sleep within a monastery-like environment.
as we ride through a bright kindred moon
Refers to a journey under the influence of a radiant, shared moon.
Fashioned by our mythology
Highlights the creation of a personal mythology, shaping one's existence.
the water you bless will wash me clean
Blessing from sacred water is seen as purifying and cleansing.
We pray to your light, kindred moon
A prayer directed towards a benevolent moon, possibly a symbol of guidance or inspiration.
Some folk are born when the cuckoo calls
Birth occurring when the cuckoo bird calls, suggesting an association with premonition or foresight.
and they know their message in future tense
These individuals comprehend messages with a sense of anticipation for the future.
some folk are born when the corn was sewn
Birth coinciding with the sowing of corn, resulting in eyes reflecting pine churches.
and their eyes reflect the churches of pine
other folk were born at the dawn's edge
Birth at the edge of dawn, with a spirit capable of burning what light cannot reveal.
their spirit burns what the light never finds
Lay me down in sweet sleep
Reiteration of the desire for peaceful rest.
swaddled into your monastery
Emphasizes the idea of being enveloped in a tranquil environment, akin to a monastery.
as we ride through a bright kindred moon
Reiteration of the journey under the influence of a luminous moon.
Fashioned by our mythology
Reemphasizes the creation of a personal mythology and its influence.
the water you bless will wash me clean
The act of blessing with water continues to symbolize purification and cleansing.
We pray to your light, kindred moon
A renewed prayer directed towards the guiding light of the moon.
We pray to your light, kindred moon
Final repetition of the prayer to the benevolent moon.
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