Lyrics
There's magic on a Summer evening
Emphasizing the enchantment of a Summer evening, highlighting its magical quality.
The frogs are croaking in the pond
Observation of nature, specifically the sound of frogs croaking in a pond, setting the scene.
We're turning toward salvation
Turning towards redemption or deliverance, symbolically referencing a significant change.
Across the Rubicon
Referencing a pivotal point, alluding to crossing a point of no return or a critical moment.
All the day, we work with our hands
Highlighting manual labor, suggesting a connection to the earth and physical effort.
Digging in the Tuscan soil
Specifically mentioning working the land in Tuscany, possibly symbolizing a connection to a simpler life or a specific place.
Planting peas and cabbage
Mentioning the act of planting peas and cabbage, activities associated with sustenance and farming.
Nourished by the toil
Expressing the idea of being nurtured or sustained by hard work.
Here in Cuomoville
Referring to a place called "Cuomoville," suggesting a community or a state of mind.
We don't need chains of gold, whoa-oh
Rejecting materialism, implying contentment without the need for wealth.
Leave it for the Roman soldiers
Comparing the rejection of material possessions to Roman soldiers and their opulence.
In their winged chariots
Portraying Roman soldiers in their grand chariots, possibly symbolizing luxury and excess.
It's a surrogate for heaven
Describing "Cuomoville" as a substitute for heaven, a place of solace or happiness.
As the wicked world turns 'round
Commenting on the continuous cycle of the world, despite its flaws.
We bring each other comfort
Emphasizing mutual support and reliability among the community members.
Never let each other down
Commitment to never betraying or disappointing each other.
If this is all we are given
Acceptance and satisfaction with the given circumstances or life's offerings.
I'm sure that I'll be satisfied
Expressing contentment and fulfillment with the present situation.
To know that you are with me
Importance of companionship and the comfort of having someone by your side until the end.
On the day I die
Highlighting the significance of having a loved one present during one's final moments.
Feed 'em, feed 'em
Repetition of "Feed 'em to the lions," potentially symbolizing sacrifice or the act of letting go.
To the lions
-Feed 'em, feed 'em
-To the lions
-Taste
Reiteration of the concept of tasting one's own medicine, possibly reflecting consequences or justice.
Your own
-Medicine
-Feed 'em
-Feed 'em
-To the lions
-Wave your hands
-As they are dying
-Taste
-Your own
-Medicine
-Here in Cuomoville
Reiteration of the rejection of materialism and the preference for simplicity in "Cuomoville."
We don't need chains of gold, whoa-oh
Repeating the idea of rejecting wealth and opulence, contrasting with the contentment found in "Cuomoville."
Leave it for the Roman soldiers
Returning to the comparison between rejecting riches and honoring the opulence associated with Roman soldiers.
All hail the Roman soldiers
-In their winged chariots
Final reference to Roman soldiers in their grand chariots, possibly symbolizing extravagance.
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