Four Strong Winds
Wandering Winds: A Tale of Changing Tides
Lyrics
Four strong winds that blow lonely
Reference to powerful, isolating winds
Seven seas that run high
Metaphor for vast and turbulent oceans
All those things that don't change, come what may
Things in life that remain constant despite circumstances
But our good times are all gone
Expresses the end of enjoyable moments
And I'm bound for moving on
Desire or need to move forward
I'll look for you if I'm ever back this way
Intent to reconnect if circumstances permit
Think I'll go out to Alberta
Consideration of relocating to Alberta
Weather's good there in the fall
Noting favorable weather conditions in autumn
I got some friends that I can go to working for
Possibility of finding work with acquaintances
Still I wish you'd change your mind
Wish for a change in the partner's decision
If I asked you one more time
Requesting reconsideration
But we've been through that a hundred times or more
Recognition of repetitive discussions or pleas
Four strong winds that blow lonely
Reiteration of powerful, isolating winds
Seven seas that run high
Metaphorical depiction of tumultuous oceans
All those things that don't change, come what may
Emphasis on unchanging aspects of life
But our good times are all gone
Acknowledgment of vanished enjoyable times
And I'm bound for moving on
Sense of obligation to move forward
I'll look for you if I'm ever back this way
Promise to reconnect if circumstances permit
If I get there before the snow flies
Consideration of arriving in Alberta before snowfall
And if things are goin' good
Hope for positive circumstances upon arrival
You could meet me if I sent you down the fare
Suggestion to meet if the fare is provided
But by then it would be winter
Anticipation of winter's arrival
There ain't too much for you to do
Recognition of limited activities in winter
And those winds sure can blow cold way out there
Emphasis on harsh weather conditions
Four strong winds that blow lonely
Repetition of powerful, isolating winds
Seven seas that run high
Reiteration of tumultuous oceans metaphor
All those things that don't change, come what may
Restatement of unchanging elements in life
But our good times are all gone
Confirmation of lost enjoyable times
And I'm bound for moving on
Determination to move forward
I'll look for you if I'm ever back this way
Promise to seek reconnection if circumstances allow
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