Lyrics
The ocean is the world
The ocean symbolizes the world.
The sea the source of birth
The sea is seen as the origin of life or birth.
I hear it's calling me
The speaker feels a calling from the sea.
We've almost run aground
The ship is almost grounded, indicating a critical situation.
And take a look around
The speaker suggests assessing the situation.
It's very clear to see
The urgency of the situation becomes evident.
We're on a ship of mouldy wood
The ship is described as being made of deteriorating wood.
The wheel is broken and our course ain't good
The ship's wheel is broken, and the course is problematic.
So people understand there's no way back, all hands on deck
An appeal for everyone to recognize the dire situation, with a call for collective action.
We gotta leave this sinking wreck
The need to abandon the sinking ship is emphasized.
So members of the crew
Instructions for the crew to be vigilant and cautious.
Watch everything you do
A reminder that the captain is fallible and not a deity.
Your Captain ain't no god
The captain's authority is questioned.
Don't trust the boatswain too
A warning not to trust the boatswain due to corruption.
'Cause he's corrupt like you
Comparing the corruption of the crew to that of the boatswain.
Our ship's just all we've go
Emphasizing the ship as the only possession.
We're on a ship of mouldy wood
Reiteration of the ship's deteriorating condition.
The wheel is broken and our course ain't good
Confirmation of the broken wheel and the unfavorable course.
So people understand there's no way back, all hands on deck
Repetition of the urgency and the impossibility of turning back.
We gotta leave this sinking wreck.
Reiteration of the need to abandon the sinking ship.
Hey! Do you see what's happening do you understand the
A direct question to make others aware of the situation.
Code: SOS
The distress signal "SOS" is introduced, symbolizing a call for help.
Save our souls, save the lives of our people
An urgent plea to save lives and souls.
Our children, men and wives
Specifically mentions the need to save children, men, and wives.
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