Lyrics
I am made of Sopwith Camel
I am composed of elements reminiscent of Sopwith Camel, an old aircraft.
Sherman PT-17, sixty and cloudy, I go slow
Describing a Sherman PT-17, indicating a slow pace in overcast conditions.
Compared to modernity I am a humming bee
Comparing oneself to a humming bee in contrast to modernity's speed.
Sweater-weather and
Reference to comfortable cool weather suitable for wearing sweaters.
Hugs and drugs and movies
Mention of affection (hugs), substances (drugs), and entertainment (movies).
But baby ice
Metaphorically expressing the unexpected challenges ('ice') faced despite taking risks ('rolled the dice').
Is growing on the wing
-Baby ice is growing on the wing
-You rolled the dice but
-You didn?t know anything
-Underneath the oxide
Repetition of 'Underneath the oxide,' suggesting hidden or corroded aspects.
Underneath the oxide
-It?s all the same song
Stating that beneath the surface, everything is essentially the same.
I am made of no newspapers
Made without the influence of contemporary news sources.
When the V-1 buzzing stopped
Recalling a historical moment (V-1 buzzing) and reliance on prayers.
Only prayers
-I am made of young curiosity, deluded piety
Composed of youthful curiosity and misguided religious devotion.
Double-whiskey for the men
Reference to offering double whiskey to men, possibly in a social setting.
Don?t talk to thy neighbour
Advice to avoid communication with those of different beliefs.
If they don?t take your same lord as saviour
-In a songless meeting house
Describing a meeting place devoid of songs.
Proud to be the only ones
Pride in being the exclusive ones saved in the end, contrasting with earlier references to indulgences.
Who get saved in the end
-From hugs and drugs and movies
Reiteration of the contrast between affection, substances, and entertainment.
But baby ice
Repetition of the metaphorical 'baby ice' growth, emphasizing ignorance in decision-making.
Is growing on the wing
-Baby ice is growing on the wing
-You rolled the dice but
-You didn?t know anything
-What if I start now?
Contemplation about starting anew and the feeling of being observed.
Just like someone?s watching me
-Somebody?s watching me
-What if I start now?
-Just like someone?s watching me
-But baby ice
Continuation of the metaphorical 'baby ice' growth and repetition of 'Underneath the oxide,' emphasizing the persistence of underlying issues.
Is growing on the wing
-Baby ice is growing on the wing
-Baby ice is growing on the wing
-Baby ice is growing on the wing
-Underneath the oxide
-Underneath the oxide
-Underneath the oxide
-It?s all the same
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