Good Tradition
Embracing the Fireside Traditions of Love and Struggle
Lyrics
There's a good tradition of love and hate staying by the fireside
Expresses the existence of a longstanding tradition involving both love and hate, coexisting near the warmth of a fireside.
There's a good tradition of love and hate staying by the fireside
Reiterates the theme of the enduring tradition of love and hate by the fireside.
And though the rain may fall your father's calling you
Suggests that despite challenges symbolized by rain, the influence of one's father persists and provides a sense of security.
You still feel safe inside
Highlights the enduring feeling of safety within, even when faced with external difficulties.
And though your ma's too proud your brother's ignoring you
Indicates that despite a proud mother and an indifferent brother, the internal sense of security remains intact.
You still feel safe inside
Emphasizes the continued feeling of safety despite familial dynamics.
Oh, was this solo?
Raises a question about a solo experience, possibly reflecting on an individual journey or moment.
Was this yesterday?
Asks whether the described experience occurred in the past.
Was this true for you?
Inquires about the authenticity of the experience for the individual.
'cause while all the rest have taken time
Suggests that, unlike others who took time, the experience didn't have a significant impact.
This didn't do a lot for you
Implies that the mentioned experience didn't contribute much to personal growth or understanding.
And the corners laced with memories
Describes corners filled with memories that reveal how things used to be.
Tell you how it used to be
Further emphasizes the impact of memories on the perception of the past.
Your mother smiles, the children play, and all the bad things happen miles away
Portrays a scene where the mother smiles, children play, and negativity remains distant.
And strong feelings never bother you
Asserts that strong feelings don't trouble the individual.
You hold your head up while the rest of us try to
Highlights the ability to maintain composure while others struggle.
Oh, call the stations
Encourages calling out to stations and people, expressing a desire for understanding.
Call the people
Reiterates the call for communication to gain insight.
We all want to know
Expresses a collective curiosity to understand, potentially referring to the experiences mentioned.
'cause while all the rest have taken time
States that while others took time, the individual doesn't want to know.
You don't want to know
Highlights a reluctance to delve into certain aspects of the past or personal experiences.
Well, there's a good tradition of love and hate staying by the fireside
Repeats the theme of the enduring tradition of love and hate by the fireside.
There's a good tradition of love and hate staying by the fireside
Reiterates the persistence of the love and hate tradition.
And though the rain may fall your father's calling you
Reaffirms the connection between the rain, the father's call, and the internal sense of safety.
You still feel safe inside
Restates the idea of feeling secure despite external challenges.
And though your ma's too proud your brother's ignoring you
Reiterates the secure feeling even in the face of family dynamics.
You still feel safe inside
Emphasizes the ongoing sense of safety within.
Oh, was this solo?
Repeats the inquiry about a solo experience, potentially reflecting on its impact.
Was this yesterday?
Reiterates the question about the timing of the experience.
Was this true for you?
Repeats the question about the authenticity and truth of the experience for the individual.
'cause of all the choices you have made
Points out that the choices made didn't contribute significantly to personal development.
This didn't do a lot for you
Suggests that the mentioned experience had limited impact or value for the individual.
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