Dublin
Leaving Dublin: A Melancholic Journey of Love and Farewells
Lyrics
After our affair
Reflecting on a past romantic relationship
I swore that I'd leave Dublin
Expressing a commitment to leave the city of Dublin
And in that line I'd left behind
Leaving behind the experiences of the past, including time, sorrow, memories, and the ex-partner
The years, the tears, the memories and you
Acknowledging the emotional baggage associated with the relationship
In Dublin
Reiterating the city's name, emphasizing the setting
At the quays friends come and say farewell
Describing a farewell scene at the quays with friends
We'd laugh and joke and smoke
Recalling joyous moments of laughter, jokes, and smoking
And later on the boat
Transitioning to a somber mood on the boat
I'd cry over you
Expressing sorrow and tears over the ended relationship
In Dublin
Repeating the city's name, reinforcing its significance
How can I leave the town that brings me down
Questioning the decision to leave a town with negative aspects
That has no jobs
Highlighting economic challenges with the lack of jobs
Is blessed by God
Describing Dublin as blessed by God, perhaps despite its flaws
And makes me cry
Acknowledging the city's emotional impact, causing tears
Dublin
Reaffirming the central theme of the song—Dublin
And at sea with flowing hair
At sea, recalling Dublin with a carefree image of flowing hair
I'd think of Dublin
Continuing to think about Dublin despite physical distance
Of Grafton Street and Derby Square
Mentioning specific locations in Dublin—Grafton Street and Derby Square
And those for whom I really care and you
Remembering those who are significant and expressing care, including the ex-partner
In Dublin
Concluding with the city's name, emphasizing its lasting impact
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