10 League Boots
Stride for Change: Unveiling the Meaning in Simon and the Astronauts' '10 League Boots'
Lyrics
Walking giants strides the causeway
Walking giants symbolize powerful influences navigating the path of life.
After those Who went before
Referencing those who came before, acknowledging a historical context or legacy.
Money makers Grease the palms
Money makers influencing decisions, possibly with a hint of corruption.
Forgetting children's Need for more
Highlighting neglect of children's needs amidst financial priorities.
Patience curves who we are
Patience as a defining factor in shaping one's identity.
Beauty shapes What we want
Beauty's role in shaping desires and aspirations.
I'm putting my boots on
Repetition of putting boots on may signify preparation for a journey or challenge.
I'm putting my boots on
-I'm putting my boots on
-My ten league boots
Ten league boots could symbolize a powerful and impactful stride forward.
Sitting in a boat with Greta
Sitting with Greta in a boat suggests a collective effort for positive change.
we try to sail to somewhere better
-where we can do no harm
-write the world love letters
-Greed distorts The penny drops
Greed affecting perceptions, possibly referencing the influence of money in fanbase.
That buys the fans That we've got
-I'm putting my boots on
Repetition of putting boots on reinforces readiness for change or action.
I'm putting my boots on
-I'm putting my boots on
-My ten league boots
Reiteration of the significant impact denoted by ten league boots.
(Instrumental)
Instrumental section, allowing for a musical interlude.
I'm putting my boots on
Continued readiness, suggesting a persistent commitment to positive action.
I'm putting my boots on
-I'm putting my boots on
-My ten league boots
Final emphasis on the transformative power of ten league boots.
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