To Build a Wall
Building Walls: A Melodic Reflection on Boundaries and Hope
Lyrics
Before time and swallows go
Reflecting on the passage of time and the seasonal migration of swallows.
to chase the sun, escape the snow
Expressing the desire to escape harsh weather conditions by following the sun.
as long as ten preachers (phone!?)
Uncertain reference to preachers and the potential influence on decision-making.
there will be ways to build a wall
Suggesting that obstacles or challenges will always exist.
oh there'll be ways to build a wall
Reiteration of the inevitability of facing obstacles and challenges.
out of stone, out of sticks
Listing various materials that can be used to build a physical barrier.
out of steel and concrete bricks
Expanding on the materials that can be utilized for constructing a barrier.
out of oceans, divide as all
Metaphorically suggesting the creation of barriers from vast and seemingly insurmountable elements.
there's many ways to build a wall x2
Emphasizing the numerous approaches available to create barriers.
take this coat so you'll be warm
Offering protection and warmth symbolized by a coat for a distant journey.
on those far and distant shores
Anticipating a prolonged separation and expressing readiness to wait.
and i will wait here for your call
Waiting patiently for communication during the separation.
long as it takes to climb the walls x2
Emphasizing the enduring nature of the wait and the difficulty of overcoming obstacles.
there's twentyfour thousand miles
Highlighting the considerable distance between individuals and the challenges faced in relationships.
between someones back and someones smile
Emphasizing the societal divide and the emotional distance between people.
who owns the land on which they walk
Raising questions about land ownership and its impact on individuals' lives.
who owns the cracks between the walls x2
Reflecting on the spaces and divisions controlled by those in power.
take this rose and this last kiss
Symbolic gesture of love and remembrance for a departing person.
and as you row remember this
Advising to remember a message while facing challenges.
that wenn the last petal falls
Conveying the idea that even after significant events, barriers persist.
they will still be building walls x2
Reiteration of the enduring nature of building walls despite changes.
out of fear out of lies
Enumerating various sources or motivations for building barriers.
out of money out of time
Highlighting additional factors contributing to the construction of barriers.
out of faith and cannon balls
Suggesting that faith and conflict are also sources of division.
there's many ways to build a wall x2
Reiterating the diverse ways in which barriers can be constructed.
take our daughter in your hand
Entrusting the care of a loved one to navigate challenges.
take her from this broken land
Encouraging the removal of a loved one from a difficult environment.
so some day she may grow tall
Expressing hope for a better future for the next generation.
and see the truth behind the walls x2
Anticipating the revelation of truth when obstacles are overcome.
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