Ribbon
Unveiling the Silent Journey: Superchunk's Ribbon Explained
Lyrics
my path is a wide ribbon
Expresses a journey or life path metaphorically described as a wide ribbon.
each bow cuts a circle into it
Each challenge or obstacle, represented by a bow, leaves a mark on the path.
its clearance you're not given
Obstacles in life do not come with a clear explanation or permission.
given 'til you're through with it
You are not granted clarity about challenges until you've overcome them.
my path is a wide ribbon
Reiteration of the wide ribbon path, suggesting continuity.
it's mapped out but it's all even
The path is planned but maintains an even and consistent nature.
and this power is self given
The power to navigate this path is self-derived.
and it's clear and it's bright and it's thick
Describes the path as clear, bright, and thick, emphasizing its vivid nature.
and it's without
The path is described as being without something, perhaps limitations or boundaries.
without edges
Emphasizes the path's lack of defined edges.
when will everything be quiet?
Ponders when everything in life will become tranquil and peaceful.
when will everything be quiet?
Repetition of the longing for quietude and peace.
when will our fucking hearts cease to riot?
Expresses a desire for emotional calmness, using strong language.
when will everything be quiet again?
Reiterates the hope for a return to quietness.
each bow cuts a circle into it
Repeats the impact of challenges, cutting circles into the path.
?the inside sometimes full of ???
Unclear meaning, possibly describing the inside of the path being affected.
and it's easy for people to read things into these
Suggests that people can interpret and read meaning into challenges.
shattered wings, but who knows
References shattered wings, indicating broken or damaged aspects, but uncertainty prevails.
who knows really?
Reflects uncertainty about the true nature of challenges and their interpretation.
when everything will be quiet?
Reiterates the query about when tranquility will prevail.
when everything will be quiet?
Repetition of the longing for quietude and peace.
when our fucking hearts will cease to riot?
Repeats the desire for hearts to stop rioting, suggesting emotional calmness.
when everything will be quiet again?
Restates the hope for a return to quietness.
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