Lyrics
It's like a storm at sea
Metaphorically describing a turbulent and challenging situation.
Everything is closed
Everything is shut or inaccessible, emphasizing a sense of closure.
And the fretful sailors calling out their woes
Depicting distressed sailors vocalizing their problems.
And each one is closed
Reiteration of closure or limitation, emphasizing isolation.
They are all gentlemen
Referring to the sailors collectively as respectable individuals.
There will be no
Suggesting that there won't be exceptions or excuses.
If there is a reason each of them must go
If there is a compelling reason, they must depart.
To join the cruel cruel flow
Joining a harsh and unforgiving current or fate.
'Cause it'll take a long long time
Emphasizing the prolonged duration of the challenging situation.
There's no need for rules
Rejecting the need for conventional rules or guidelines.
No-one starts a game
No one initiates a new venture or challenge.
And there is nobody living in this town
No inhabitants are familiar with or connected to the town.
That even knows its name
Highlighting the town's obscurity and anonymity.
'Cause it'll take a long long time
Reiteration of the prolonged nature of the challenging circumstances.
It'll take a long long time
Reaffirmation of the enduring nature of the difficulties.
You don't stop...
Ending with an unfinished thought, suggesting continuation or persistence.
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