Mockingbird
Whispers of Life: Valley Maker's Melody Unraveled
Lyrics
Where it came from I don't know Fog burns, the day unrolls
Expressing uncertainty about the origin, with imagery of fog burning and the unfolding day.
I walk the dog and coast
Engaging in routine activities like walking the dog and coasting through life.
I could not admit my ghost
Struggling to acknowledge and confront personal issues or past mistakes.
When I met you I caved in Want to be love
Feeling vulnerable and yielding emotionally upon meeting someone.
Want to be a friend Project a masterpiece
Expressing a desire for love and friendship, aspiring to create something significant.
Go and plant my favorite tree
Symbolic act of planting a favorite tree, possibly representing personal growth and investment in a relationship.
Sit for a while and watch it grow Part of life remains unknown Part of me is being sold
Reflecting on life's mysteries and uncertainties, acknowledging a part of oneself being sold or compromised.
Where it started I don't know
Reiterating uncertainty about the starting point of a journey or experience.
Where it ends I cannot tell In a home, in a wishing well My sister's on the phone How did I remain unknown
Uncertain about the conclusion of the journey, referencing a home and a wishing well, with a mention of family.
New town, a new degree Cut up my masterpiece Me and the dog sleep in When life is in your hands
Transitioning to a new phase, possibly leaving behind a creative work, and finding solace in mundane moments with a dog.
Yeah I know the road ain't free Still want to know
Acknowledging life's challenges, yet expressing a persistent curiosity about the journey.
Want to make believe
Expressing a desire to believe in something, possibly the power of imagination.
We're talking weak again News on the president
Referencing vulnerability and discussing current events, particularly news about the president.
Ain't no love in the land we break Ain't no love on this interstate Part of me wants to be amazed Part of me remains unchanged
Highlighting a lack of love in the current state of affairs, with a desire for amazement and a sense of personal continuity.
Deep inside is a holy ghost
Mentioning an internal spiritual presence, a "holy ghost" deep within.
I knew you that long ago
Recalling a past connection and the longevity of a relationship.
Where it came from I don't know I could never shed my soul
Reiterating uncertainty about the origin, expressing difficulty in letting go of one's true self.
Ain't no love in the land we break Ain't no love on the interstate
Reiterating a lack of love in the current situation, both in the land and on the interstate.
Always can start again, I know Wonder to see the years go Children will judge us then Part of life is an accident
Embracing the idea of starting anew, reflecting on the passage of time, and anticipating judgment from future generations.
We watch the day grow dim How it tries to start again We walk the dog in tune Part of me is alive in you
Observing the day's decline, walking the dog in harmony, and recognizing a shared vitality with someone else.
Babe I know your favorite time Went and signed on the dotted line Gonna be your mockingbird
Referencing a significant moment in the past, committing to being someone's "mockingbird."
Part of life remains absurd
Acknowledging the absurdity inherent in life, suggesting that some aspects remain beyond understanding.
New town, a sharp relief Stitched up my masterpiece Could you still abide within When it's over it begins
Concluding with the introduction of a new phase or relief, possibly completing a creative work, and questioning continued acceptance within a relationship.
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