Lyrics
As the spring is made alive the winter dies
Symbolizing renewal, the arrival of spring marks the end of winter.
And the final cries of creatures are long behind
The hardships of winter are over, and the echoes of suffering are in the past.
And full of spirit the village starts again
The village, rejuvenated and full of energy, begins anew.
With one more year for a man to change his ways
There's another year for individuals to transform and improve their lives.
I used to feel things around me stir,
Recalling a time when the speaker was more attuned to their surroundings.
Grateful for all I received,
A sense of gratitude for everything received in the past.
Taking in the sounds and ways of creatures upon the Earth
A connection to nature, absorbing the sounds and behaviors of Earth's creatures.
Great were the rivers I swam waning out the sun
Describing significant experiences, likely metaphorical, like swimming in powerful rivers.
As the winter dies the Earth is brought to life
Parallel to the first stanza, emphasizing the rebirth of the Earth with the end of winter.
And a thousand merchant ships sail to find
An imagery of exploration and seeking new opportunities as winter fades.
A worthy village to land and start again
Finding a suitable place to settle and restart after the challenges of winter.
With one more year for a man to change his ways
Similar to line 4, highlighting the ongoing opportunity for personal transformation.
I used to feel things around me stir,
A repetition of the speaker's past sensitivity to their environment.
Grateful for all I received,
Continued gratitude for life's gifts and experiences.
Taking in the sounds and ways of creatures upon the Earth
Staying attuned to nature's sounds and the behavior of creatures on Earth.
Great were the rivers I swam waning out the sun
Recollection of significant past experiences, possibly representing challenges overcome.
I used to feel things around me stir
A repetition indicating a return to the speaker's heightened awareness.
And hear the sounds of creatures upon the Earth
Listening to the sounds of Earth's creatures, suggesting a deep connection.
Grateful for all I received
Expressing gratitude once again, this time after enduring the winter cold and welcoming spring.
Through the winter cold and spring
Summarizing the cycle of the seasons, acknowledging the passage from winter to spring.
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