She Moves in Secret Ways
Unveiling Life's Mysterious Choreography
Lyrics
On a river of sighs a boat came toward me.
Symbolizes the approach of something mysterious or challenging, represented by a boat on a river of sighs.
A flimsy disguise covered the devil who sang from a songsheet of how modern life's a bore.
Describes a deceptive appearance covering a figure singing about the boredom of modern life from a prescribed perspective.
In his choir boys' attire he sang me the life to which good girls aspire.
The devil, disguised as a choir boy, sings about the conventional life that society expects good girls to desire.
Where many white coats give us pills to tame the horses that stamp on our floors and pills for when the horses had bolted out the door.
Refers to the medical system providing pills to control metaphorical "horses," addressing issues and their consequences.
It's hard to explain; I don't like hanging onto reins in my hands all the time;
Expresses discomfort with constant control and responsibility, using reins as a metaphor for life's constraints.
I'm running out of trails where paths don't lead to where I need to get to every time.
Reflects the difficulty in finding paths that lead to desired destinations, possibly representing life's challenges.
She moves in secret ways, and there is grace and poise, perfection when she takes the helm.
Introduces a mysterious and graceful female figure moving in secret ways, suggesting an alternative approach to life.
She moves in secret ways.
Reiterates the mysterious woman's movements in secret ways, emphasizing her grace and perfection.
Now the house is on fire, the rats are all screaming the horses are tired.
Portrays chaos with a burning house, screaming rats, and tired horses, possibly symbolizing personal or societal turmoil.
They think they're still dreaming ‘cause the barn doors are open, the crossbar is hanging in the wind.
Describes a surreal scene where creatures seem unaware of reality, highlighting confusion or disillusionment.
So the devils sing tired, “Oh just look at what you're doing,”
The devil and a choir comment on actions, suggesting external influences questioning one's choices.
Yeah, he's joined by a choir of doctors and statesmen who've planned their sorry lives to the last days end.
Includes doctors and statesmen in the choir, emphasizing societal expectations and planned lives.
But look at all the happy things that happen by accident.
Contrasts planned lives with the positive aspects of accidental occurrences, possibly advocating spontaneity.
It's hard to explain, I don't like like hanging onto reins in my hands all the time;
Repeats discomfort with constant control, emphasizing the dislike for holding onto reins all the time.
I'm running out of trails where paths don't lead to where I need to get to every time.
Reiterates the struggle to find meaningful paths in life, suggesting a recurring theme of existential challenges.
She moves in secret ways, and there is grace and poise, perfection when she takes the helm.
Reintroduces the mysterious woman, emphasizing her secret movements and the perfection she brings when in control.
She moves in secret…
Repeats the mysterious woman's secret ways, leaving the listener intrigued and fascinated by her actions.
Days gone by I thought I had it all - filed in little boxes.
Reflects on past beliefs of having control, realizing it was an illusion and acknowledging the unpredictability of life.
Now I find I never had control, I just took little chances to move.
Acknowledges the lack of control and the importance of taking chances to navigate through life's uncertainties.
Now the devil's downstream, he's singing to someone, my horses are free.
Updates the location of the devil, hinting at a change in perspective, while horses are now free and uncontrolled.
They answer to no one, unbridled, untethered, they roam on the unmarked land.
Describes liberated horses roaming freely, suggesting a departure from constraints and societal expectations.
In my house there's a calm, a peace has descended, no need for alarm.
Depicts a calm atmosphere in the house, signaling acceptance and peace after releasing the need for control.
It's as she intended, I'm through with trying to fight the things I don't understand.
Expresses alignment with an intended plan, surrendering to the unknown and relinquishing the need for constant understanding.
Accept my sweet surrender to the greater, better plan.
Acceptance of a higher plan, surrendering to a better understanding beyond personal comprehension.
It's hard to explain, I don't like hanging onto reins in my hands all the time.
Reiterates the discomfort with constant control and the aversion to holding onto reins all the time.
I'm running out of trails where paths don't lead to where I need to get to every time.
Repeats the challenge of finding meaningful paths, emphasizing the ongoing struggle to reach desired destinations.
She moves in secret ways, and there is grace and poise, perfection when she takes the helm.
Reintroduces the mysterious woman, emphasizing her secret movements and the perfection she brings when in control.
She moves in secret ways. She moves in secret ways. She moves in secret ways.
Repeats the enigmatic nature of the woman's movements, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.
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