Keeping Watch
Eternal Vigilance: A Melodic Tale of Watchful Reflection
Lyrics
I've been keeping watch for so long
I have been vigilant and watchful for a considerable period.
My back's been aching and I'm
I am experiencing physical discomfort, and...
Running out of hydromorphone
I am running out of hydromorphone, a pain medication.
But still I keep the watch
Despite challenges, I continue to keep watch.
They say don't listen to the ones that know that
Advice against listening to those who are aware...
Know the time might be running out
...of the limited time available; don't heed their warnings.
My shift's got twelve more years
My duty or responsibility extends for another twelve years.
Twelve more years
Repetition of the duration, emphasizing the extended commitment.
The herd packed into an open pen
A gathering of people enclosed in an open space.
Call in the threat, we're in need of defense
A call for defense due to a perceived threat.
Crying wolf to the emergency line
Misleadingly reporting danger to emergency services.
Just to hear a growl on the other end
Seeking a response, even if it's a negative one.
I've been holding back for so long
I have been restraining myself emotionally for a significant time.
My blood's been boiling and I'm
Experiencing intense emotions, possibly anger.
Spinning up mid-latitude cyclones
Creating powerful weather phenomena in a metaphorical sense.
But still you keep your gaze
Despite challenges, maintaining focus and attention.
Down away from ecological warnings
Ignoring environmental warnings, possibly out of denial.
Believing disingenuous lies
Believing dishonest or insincere statements.
It will all go before you know
Assuming everything will end abruptly without foresight.
Before you know
Repetition emphasizing the suddenness of the end.
The herd packed into an open pen
Repetition of the scene with the herd in an open pen.
Call in the threat, we're in need of defense
Repeating the call for defense due to a perceived threat.
Crying wolf to the emergency line
Repetition of the misleading report to emergency services.
Just to hear a growl on the other end
Repeating the desire for a response, even if negative.
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