The Sons Of Katie Elder
Legacy Unveiled: Sons of Katie Elder's Poignant Message
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From the four winds we have come Katie Elder
Referring to the four brothers who have come from various directions to Katie Elder.
Four brothers on the run Katie Elder
The four brothers are currently on the run or escaping from something.
All your little ones have grown and
Addressing Katie Elder and noting that her children have grown.
We've reaped what we have sown
Expressing that the consequences they are facing are a result of their actions.
Yes we've reaped what we
Reiterating the idea that they are facing the outcomes of their deeds.
Have sown Katie Elder
Connecting the consequences to Katie Elder.
Oh the wind blows like the
Describing the intensity of the wind, possibly reflecting turbulent times.
Devil when it blows and the boy grows up and
The challenges that come with growing up, where a boy becomes independent.
Like the wind he goes
Comparing the boy's growth to the unpredictable nature of the wind.
So mothers teach your sons to
An appeal to mothers to teach their sons not to resort to violence.
Not live by a gun
Emphasizing the importance of avoiding a life centered around firearms.
And to not live like the sons of Katie Elder
A plea to live differently from the sons of Katie Elder, suggesting a troubled history.
I think you'd understand Katie Elder
Suggesting that Katie Elder would comprehend the plea or message being conveyed.
That a man is just a man Katie Elder
Acknowledging the humanity of a man, including the sons of Katie Elder.
They're bound to cut him down if
Warning that failure to stand firm may result in being criticized or condemned.
He doesn't stand his ground
Highlighting the need to defend oneself against criticism or adversity.
But they haven't cut us down yet Katie Elder
Asserting that, despite challenges, they haven't been defeated yet.
Oh the wind blows
Reiterating the impactful nature of the wind, perhaps symbolizing challenges.
We'll try to make it right Katie Elder
A commitment to making things right, possibly addressing past mistakes.
No more hiding in the night Katie Elder
An end to hiding, possibly signifying a resolve to face the truth or consequences.
I vow it on your grave by
Promising to fulfill vows at Katie Elder's grave, referencing unfulfilled promises.
All the things we never gave
Reflecting on things they failed to provide and acknowledging mistakes made.
And mistakes that we all made Katie Elder
Admitting to collective mistakes made by the group, possibly seeking forgiveness.
Oh the wind blows
Reiteration of the impact of the wind, reinforcing the theme of challenges.
And to not live like the sons of Katie Elder
A final plea to avoid living a life similar to the troubled sons of Katie Elder.
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