Goin' Fishin'
Contemplating Nature's Silence
Lyrics
Throwing stones into the river
Engaging in the simple act of throwing stones into the river.
Watching ripples splashing over
Observing the ripples created by the thrown stones.
Wadding the bank where horses are grazing
Standing in the water near a bank where horses are grazing.
Reflection shatter quite amazing
Noticing that the reflection in the water is unexpectedly shattered, perhaps by an external influence.
But soon I quietly ask, is this the way for me?
Reflecting on the current state and questioning if it aligns with personal fulfillment.
I twist my vacuum flask and have a cup of tea
Contemplating life while engaging in a mundane activity, symbolized by having a cup of tea.
Goin' fishin' never catch none
Expressing a lack of success or achievement in fishing.
If I did, I'd surely lance
If successful, the speaker would approach the catch cautiously, acknowledging potential challenges.
The spirit of the first is quiggley
Referencing an enigmatic spirit named "quiggley" associated with the first catch.
The fish tackle scares me and the snails
Feeling apprehensive about fishing gear, particularly the intimidating fish tackle and snails.
The pleasure cruiser's speed
Describing a pleasure cruiser moving swiftly, possibly representing modern distractions.
Laden with wind cheaters
Noting the passengers on the cruiser wearing wind cheaters (windbreakers).
The hooters blow and seize
Interrupted by the cruiser's hooters, distracting from the tranquility of nature.
My mind from nature's creatures
Expressing how man-made noises interfere with appreciation of natural creatures.
Blowing the fish, emptying in my warm hand
Blowing at the fish, a metaphor for disrupting the natural environment with human actions.
I want fishin' everlasting
Expressing a desire for perpetual fishing, suggesting a longing for a simpler and more fulfilling life.
You can take my son if you drown your own daughter
Suggesting a willingness to make sacrifices for one's passion, even at the expense of family.
You're a man and I am free
Asserting personal freedom and independence as a man.
Throw a stick into the surface
Engaging in another simple act, throwing a stick into the water.
Watch it bob, it cruises pass
Observing the movement of the stick in the water, emphasizing the slow pace of nature.
The river flows gently eroding
Reflecting on the gentle erosion caused by the river's flow.
Moves 'cross land, but not to fast
Commenting on the gradual movement of the river across the land.
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