Oral History Of Silk Road

Silk Road Whispers: Unveiling Hidden Narratives in John Vanderslice's Melodic Tapestry
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Lyrics

Swiss scales with .001 details

Refers to precision, possibly in a metaphorical sense, highlighting attention to small details associated with Swiss scales.

Stationary drones controlled by rotary phones

Describes drones that are stationary and controlled by rotary phones, suggesting a mix of old and new technologies in a futuristic context.

Night sky, powdered light

Evokes a serene image of the night sky with powdered light, emphasizing a calm and quiet atmosphere.

Rock steady rhymes when stars collide

Expresses stability in creative expression, using "rock steady rhymes" as a metaphor, especially when celestial bodies collide.


I looked underneath, under

Initiates a process of searching or exploring by looking underneath something.

I looked underneath covers

Continues the exploration, looking under covers, possibly metaphorically searching for hidden truths or insights.

I pulled back and then pulled back

Repetition of the action of pulling back, suggesting a persistent effort to reveal or uncover something.

I looked deeper still until

Continues the exploration, looking deeper until encountering a significant event - the closure of the Glen Park Library.

the Glen Park Library closed for real

Specifies the reason for the closure of the library, indicating a shift from the metaphorical search to a real-world event.


Night sky, powdered light

Repeats the imagery of a night sky with powdered light, emphasizing a connection or continuity in the narrative.

Rock steady when warrants collide

Continues the theme of stability but introduces a legal aspect with "rock steady when warrants collide," possibly suggesting conflict or confrontation.

Coal dust, go slow you must

Introduces the idea of caution, advising a slow approach in the presence of coal dust, possibly representing challenges or obstacles.

are you ready ready for the real stuff?

Poses a question about readiness for something real or authentic, possibly addressing the listener or characters in the narrative.


I looked underneath, under

Reiterates the action of looking underneath, reinforcing the theme of exploration or discovery.

I looked underneath covers

Repeats the action of looking under covers, emphasizing the persistence in seeking hidden truths.

I pulled back and then pulled back

Reiterates the action of pulling back, suggesting a continued effort to reveal or understand something.

I looked deeper still until

Repeats the action of looking deeper, reinforcing the commitment to exploration until a significant event occurs.

the Glen Park Library closed for real

Reiterates the closure of the Glen Park Library, underlining the finality of the event.

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