Lyrics
Got your arms wrapped around my shoulders
Describing physical closeness and intimacy with the speaker.
With your head, tucked in my neck...
Highlighting the closeness, with an emphasis on the comfort and warmth of the moment.
Now you're getting so much older
Acknowledging the passage of time and the aging process.
Well you tend to forget...
Suggesting forgetfulness that comes with aging or the challenges of life.
And there ain't no reason why
Contemplating the lack of apparent reasons for distress or sadness.
We need to be upset...
Encouraging a positive perspective despite potential difficulties.
Cos you have lived a good damn life
Recognizing a well-lived life, possibly addressing the listener.
Now its time, for you to rest
Suggesting that it's time for the listener to rest, possibly indicating the end of life.
Take me to places we've been
Expressing a desire to revisit shared memories or experiences.
In case there's something I've missed
Seeking to ensure nothing important has been overlooked in the shared journey.
And I will hold onto you
Reiterating the commitment to holding onto the listener, possibly in a metaphorical or emotional sense.
And I will hold onto you
-And I will hold onto you
-Well I've got questions to ask
Expressing a need for answers or clarity about certain matters.
So fill your cup and let's laugh
Encouraging a positive and joyful approach to life's uncertainties.
And reminisce on the past...
Reflecting on and enjoying shared memories from the past.
And do you care of what's next?
Pondering on the listener's concern for the future.
I need to know cos now I'm scared
Expressing personal fear and seeking reassurance about what comes next.
Look in my eye and hold my hand
Requesting a deep, reassuring connection through eye contact and hand-holding.
Take me to places we've been
Reiterating the desire to revisit shared places and memories.
In case there's something I've missed
Reaffirming the commitment to holding onto the listener, perhaps in the face of uncertainty.
And I will hold onto you
-So I can hold onto you
-And I will hold onto you
-Sunsets
Evoking imagery of sunsets, butterflies, and the speaker's desire to illuminate the listener's soul.
On the west end
-Butterflies, photosynthesise
-Take your last breath
-My fire flares
-Let it shine a light
-On your soul tonight
-Take me back to places we've been
Expressing a desire to return to shared places, even in silence.
Even if we sit in silence
Emphasizing the importance of being together, even without words.
Just one more time next to you
Expressing a plea for additional time with the listener.
Oh wont you send me some clues
Seeking signs or guidance from the listener, possibly after their passing.
So I know that it's you
Expressing a desire for confirmation of the listener's presence or influence.
How does the rum taste up there?
Asking about the listener's experience in an afterlife, with expressions of love and care.
Smell the cigar in the air
-Feel my love and take care...
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