Aw Heck
Love's Fortitude: Aw Heck by John Prine Unveiled
Lyrics
I could be as happy as a sardine in a can
Expresses contentment by comparing oneself to a sardine in a can, indicating feeling happy and secure.
Long as I got my woman
Emphasizes the importance of having the speaker's romantic partner for their happiness.
I could run stark naked and live in and old oak tree
Symbolically describes a willingness to live in an uncomfortable situation (an old oak tree) if the partner is present.
Just as long as she's with me
Reiterates the significance of the partner's presence in the speaker's life, regardless of circumstances.
My woman.
Reinforces the idea of the partner's importance by emphasizing "My woman" as a central theme.
The cannibals can catch me and fry me in a pan
Continues to illustrate that having the partner is more crucial than potential dangers or threats.
Long as I got my woman
Reaffirms the value of the partner's presence even in extreme situations.
I could get the electric chair for a phony rap
Suggests a willingness to face severe consequences if the partner remains by the speaker's side.
Long as she's sittin' in my lap
Highlights the significance of the partner's physical proximity despite adverse circumstances.
My woman.
Reiterates the emotional connection and reliance on the partner ("My woman").
I'd run a mile, just to see her smile
Emphasizes the speaker's willingness to go to great lengths just to witness the partner's happiness.
And put her lovin arms, around my neck
Describes the affection and comfort of being embraced by the partner.
Aw heck
Expresses a casual exclamation of surprise or affirmation ("Aw heck").
My spine starts a tingling, and bells start a ringling
Describes physical sensations (tingling, ringing bells) experienced when the partner is around.
When she's with me, can't you see.
Reiterates the overwhelming joy and excitement felt in the partner's presence.
They could torture me and stretch me like a rubber band
Illustrates the willingness to endure extreme pain if the partner remains by the speaker's side.
Long as I got my woman
Emphasizes the importance of the partner's presence, even in life-threatening situations.
I could jump off a cliff and never have no fear
Symbolizes a lack of fear in perilous situations due to the comfort derived from the partner's proximity.
Just as long as she is near
Reiterates the sense of security and fearlessness when the partner is close.
My woman.
Highlights the partner's crucial role in the speaker's life ("My woman").
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