World Without Sound
Navigating Silence: Rosanne Cash's Reflections on Belief and Yearning
Lyrics
I wish I was a christian, knew what to believe
I desire to have a clear set of beliefs like a Christian.
I could learn a lot of rules to put my mind at ease
Learning rules could bring mental comfort and stability.
I wish I had the money to live just like a queen
I wish for financial abundance to live luxuriously.
With Demerols and Cashmere and every little thing
Desiring a life of comfort with specific references to Demerols, Cashmere, and material things.
I wish the ones who loved me would never go away
Expressing a wish that those who love her would never leave.
Would've had to have my company every single day
Desire for constant companionship from loved ones.
But who do I believe in this world without sound
Raising questions about belief in a world where there is silence.
Who do I believe once they put you in the ground
Questioning belief after someone has passed away.
Who do I believe when the night's fallin' down
Uncertainty about belief during challenging times, especially at night.
I wish I lived in Paris and dreamed in French each night
Expressing a desire to live in Paris and dream in French.
And had a dozen children and raised them up just right
Wishing for a large family and successful upbringing of children.
I wish I was John Lennon, free as a bird
Expressing a desire to be as free as John Lennon, known for his artistic freedom.
And all of you who sit and stare and hang on every word
Acknowledging the audience and their attention to every word spoken.
I wish I had the future tied up with a string
Wishing for a secure and predictable future.
Then I would never feel the blows the revolution brings
Avoiding the hardships that come with societal revolution.
But who do I believe in this world without sound
Repeating the question about belief in a silent world.
Who do I believe once they put you in the ground
Reiterating the uncertainty of belief after someone's demise.
Who do I believe when the night's fallin' down
Expressing doubt in belief during the challenges of the night.
I wish I was a christian, but I cannot believe
Reiterating the desire to be a Christian, juxtaposed with disbelief.
'Cause no one in the bible craves my company
Stating that she cannot believe in Christianity because she feels unwelcome according to biblical narratives.
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