About This Map
Navigating Life's Tapestry: The Tragically Hip's "About This Map
Lyrics
About this map, here we are, here
Reflection on the current state represented by the map.
See, this is us, the exit is here, and
Identification of the self and others on the map, indicating an exit.
We've come too far, to just feel like this, yeah
Expressing a sense of dissatisfaction or discomfort with the current situation.
We've come too far, to be feeling like this
Emphasizing the distance traveled and the undesirability of the current emotional state.
Certain, certain
Repetition of the desire for certainty, suggesting a yearning for stability.
You want to, want to
-Certain, certain
-You want to, want to
-About this map, it's a bit out of date, yeah
Noting the outdated nature of the map, possibly symbolizing outdated perspectives or knowledge.
Territories shifted, and things get renamed
Recognition of changes in territories, names, and geopolitical dynamics.
There's coups, revolutions, and boundaries blur
Listing events like coups, revolutions, and natural disasters that can reshape the world and transform words.
Volcanoes and earthquakes turn words into birds
-It's certain, certain
Reiteration of the desire for certainty, emphasizing the strong longing for stability.
You want to, want to
-Certain, certain
-You want to, want to, want to
-But, oh, about this map
Reflecting on the map's significance, going beyond its literal representation, and pondering its deeper meaning.
It goes beyond, beyond
-And, oh about this map
-About this map
-About this map, here we are, here
Repetition of self-identification and acknowledgment of others, coupled with a desire for a more meaningful existence.
See, this is me, and there you are, there, and
-There's got to be more than just to despair
-There's got to be more than just to despair
-I'm certain, certain
Expressing certainty and desire, possibly related to personal goals or aspirations.
I want to, want to
-You're certain, certain
-You want to, want to, want to
-And, oh, about this map
Revisiting the profound nature of the map and suggesting a need to move beyond its limitations.
It goes beyond, beyond
-Forget about this map
-About this map
-And, oh, about this map
Highlighting the importance of living in the present and letting go of preconceived notions, represented by the map.
We don't live in our heads
-Forget about this map
-About this map
-About this map
Repetition of the title, emphasizing the continued contemplation of the map and its significance.
About this map
-About this map
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