We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main
We'll set sail again
We're heading for the Spanish Main

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Spanish Main" by The Coral are fairly straightforward and repetitive, conveying the band's upbeat and adventurous spirit. The Spanish Main refers to the northeastern coast of South America, which was part of the Spanish empire in the 16th-18th centuries, and served as a major source of gold and other treasures for Spanish explorers and conquistadors. The lyrics suggest that the band members are ready to embark on a new journey, to leave behind their current circumstances and go on an adventure, possibly seeking riches or new experiences.

Line by Line Meaning

We'll set sail again
We will embark on another journey

We're heading for the Spanish Main
We are headed towards the Caribbean Sea, where the Spanish held colonial territories

We'll set sail again
We will board a ship once more

We're heading for the Spanish Main
We are aiming to reach the Spanish colonies in the Caribbean Sea

We'll set sail again
We will commence our voyage once more

We're heading for the Spanish Main
We are navigating towards the Spanish territories in the Caribbean Sea

We'll set sail again
We will start another voyage

We're heading for the Spanish Main
We are making our way towards the Caribbean Sea, where the Spanish have their colonial territories

We'll set sail again
We will undertake another naval expedition

We're heading for the Spanish Main
We are advancing towards the Caribbean Sea, where the Spanish held their colonies

We'll set sail again
We will embark on another sea journey