December African Rain

Repetition of "Yim boh" might indicate a chant or rhythmic element, possibly representing a cultural or emotional expression.

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Continuation of the repetitive chant, reinforcing its significance or emotional tone.

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Further repetition of "Yim boh," emphasizing its role in the song's structure or emotional atmosphere.

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Describes a scene of standing on the earth with a seagull flying, setting a visual and environmental context.

Continuation of the scene, where the sky is bleeding, suggesting a dramatic or emotional moment.

Continues the scene, mentioning the sun leaving, possibly symbolizing a departure or ending.

Suggests a sense of abandonment or being left behind in the context of the earth and the departing sun.

Reflects on the impact of an African love song, portraying it as a source of strength comparable to an African day.

Helped us on our way

And made our hearts feel as strong

As an African day

Expresses farewell sentiments to December African rain, acknowledging the passage of time and the inevitability of an end. References to the changing seasons and a sense of impending loss.

Well long gone, summer has passed

And I hear the owls calling my name

The firelight has danced its last across your face my friend

Although I love you

I somehow know this is going to be the end

Describes the aftermath of the sun's disappearance, referencing objects like an old tin mug and a photograph. Encourages remembering the good times amid tears.

An old tin mug and a photograph

So, wipe away those tears and remember the good times

Repetition of "Yim boh" intensifies, possibly indicating an emotional climax or a connection to the recurring theme.

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Depicts another scene of standing on the earth, with the moon rising and leaves falling, suggesting cyclical changes and a journey away.

Somewhere in the world the spirit flying

Standing on the earth, the leaves are falling

While taking us away

Reflects on a profound connection between the narrator, their love, and the land. The mention of standing lost on the shore implies vulnerability.

You or the land

Till I stood lost upon that shore

Naked and alone

Continuation of farewell sentiments, emphasizing the passage of time, the departure of birds, and the difficulty of saying goodbye, especially to old eyes.

Well long-gone Summer has passed

And I hear the owls calling my name

The firelight dances last across your face my friend

Although I love you, I somehow know this is gonna be the end

'Cause all the birds have flown away

The night is closing in

It's so hard to say goodbye to eyes as old as yours now my friend

Repetition of "Yim boh" possibly reinforces a cultural or emotional element, signaling a continuation or resolution.

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Intensification of the chant "Yim boh," underlining its significance as the song approaches its conclusion.

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Questions about the passage of time and life, seeking answers and reflecting on the transient nature of life.

Can you tell me where did the time go?

Where did my life go?

And can you tell me where did my life go?

Where did your life go?

Repetition of the question about life, emphasizing the theme of searching for meaning or understanding in the context of life's journey.