Lyrics
Shuffle
Shuffling, possibly indicating a hesitant or uncertain movement.
Through the open door
Moving through an open doorway, transitioning to a new phase or place.
Try not to disturb others
Advising to be cautious and not disturb others during this transition.
Into the sacred place
Entering a sacred or significant space.
One of currency and kindness and productivity
Describing the nature of this place with values like currency, kindness, and productivity.
Don't ever step back
Encouragement to keep moving forward without stepping back.
From the row that you've hoed
Referencing a row that has been hoed, possibly symbolizing hard work or effort.
My son, you must learn
Parental advice to the son about learning his place in the world.
Your place in this world
Emphasizing the importance of understanding one's role or position.
Try as we might we cannot scale this wall
Expressing difficulty in overcoming obstacles or challenges.
My son, you may try but you will not succeed
Warning that despite trying, success may not be achievable.
Your place is here among the ashes
Stating that the person's place is amidst difficulties or challenges symbolized by "ashes."
That flow down from high down to the bottom
Describing the downward flow of challenges from high to low.
There was a time
Reflecting on a past time when people helped each other.
Not long ago, son
Indicating that this helpful time was not too long ago.
People lent a helping hand to others
Highlighting the contrast with the present where self-reliance is crucial.
But now that time's gone
Stating that the era of mutual assistance has passed.
You must make your way all on your own
Encouraging self-sufficiency and independence.
Don't ever step back
Reiterating the importance of not stepping back from one's efforts.
From the row that you've hoed
Reemphasizing the idea of maintaining the cultivated "row."
My son, you must learn
Restating the parental advice on understanding one's place.
Your place in this world
Reiterating the importance of knowing one's role in the world.
Try as we might we cannot scale this wall
Acknowledging the difficulty of overcoming barriers or obstacles.
My son, you may try but you will not succeed
Warning that despite efforts, success may remain elusive.
Your place is here among the ashes
Affirming that the designated place is amidst challenges symbolized by "ashes."
That flow down from high down to the bottom
Reiterating the flow of challenges from a higher point to the bottom.
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