Long Hard Climb
A Journey Through Life's Uphill Battle: Long Hard Climb by Maria Muldaur
Lyrics
Hasn't it been a long hard climb?
Reflecting on the challenges and difficulties experienced over time.
Everything taking its own sweet time
Acknowledging that everything progresses at its own pace.
And hasn't there been some long, lonely nights
Recalling nights filled with solitude and hardship.
When you didn't think that anything would turn out right?
Expressing moments of doubt when the outcome seemed bleak.
Woah, baby, come and lay by me
Inviting a loved one to join and find comfort together.
In the cool, cool shade of that old, oak tree
Suggesting a serene setting under an oak tree for solace.
You can go, oh, so high
Encouraging the partner to rise above challenges.
Painting by to that long way down
Metaphorically referencing a challenging journey.
You can paint a rainbow in the sky
Encouraging optimism and the creation of beauty despite challenges.
Just try to keep your both feet on the ground
Advising to stay grounded while pursuing dreams.
Woah, baby, come and lay by me
Reiterating the invitation for companionship in difficult times.
In the cool, cool shade of that old oak tree
Emphasizing the comfort found in the shade of an old oak tree.
Hey, can you see that sun outside?
Noticing the presence and warmth of the sun.
Say, can you feel it deep inside like a song
Sensing a positive and resonant feeling within, akin to a song.
Like a long, long string
Comparing this feeling to a long, continuous experience.
Hasn't it been a long hard climb?
Repeating the reflection on the challenging journey.
Everything taking its own sweet time
Reiterating the idea that everything has its own timing.
And hasn't there been some long, lonely nights
Recalling more lonely and difficult nights.
When you didn't think that anything would turn out right?
Acknowledging doubts about positive outcomes.
Woah, baby, come and lay by me
Continuing the invitation for companionship and solace.
In the cool, cool shade of that old oak tree
Repeating the imagery of finding comfort under an oak tree.
Woah, baby, come and lay by me
Emphasizing the invitation for a loved one to join.
In the cool, cool shade of that old oak tree
Reiterating the idea of seeking comfort in the shade.
Woah, baby, come and lay by me
Closing with a final invitation for companionship and support.
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