Lyrics
Long ago when the century was young
Refers to a time in the past, at the beginning of the century.
Lived a man who passed his land on to his son
A man passed his property to his son, possibly indicating inheritance.
Long ago when the moral of man was high
During a time when people had strong moral values.
Life was a battle just to survive
Life was challenging, requiring a struggle just to survive.
Every day a struggle and a toil
Every day involved hardship and hard work.
To harvest the land and to seed the soil
The man worked tirelessly to cultivate the land.
He worked in the forest and he worked in the fields
He toiled both in the forest and the fields.
Worked day and night to feed his family
He worked ceaselessly to provide for his family.
Behold the old man - striving all he can
Describes the old man's relentless efforts.
Behold the old man - for he is the hero of the land
Highlights the old man as a hero figure due to his dedication.
He never cared much for fortune and fame
He didn't prioritize wealth or fame.
He never cried and he never complained
He was stoic, never showing distress or grievance.
He built his dream with his bare hands & mind
He constructed his vision with his own abilities.
A simple man but an artist of life
A humble man, yet skilled at life's endeavors.
And still today as I behold the old man
The singer still sees the old man's perseverance.
I see him striving all that he can
The old man continues to exert his utmost efforts.
One of these days he'll pass his land on to his son
The old man will eventually pass on his land to his son, carrying on his legacy.
Let his spirit guide us when this century is gone...
His principles and values should guide future generations.
Behold the old man - striving all he can
Reiterates the old man's tireless efforts.
Behold the old man - for he is the hero of the land
Highlights the old man's heroic stature in the community.
One of these days... I'll be the old man
Expresses the singer's aspiration to become like the old man, dedicated to family and land.
And I'll will fight for my family and land
The singer vows to emulate the old man's commitment.
Behold the old man - striving all he can
Repeats the theme of the old man's unwavering efforts.
Behold the old man - the hero of the land
Reaffirms the old man's status as a hero.
Behold the old man - striving all he can
Emphasizes the old man's continuous determination.
Behold the old man - for he is the hero of the land
Reiterates the old man's heroic role in the land.
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