The Mother
Xavier Rudd Lyrics
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Do you feel it in the rain
Do you feel it in the ocean
When the waves are clean
Do you feel it in the evening
When the moon is up
Do you feel it in your bones
When she fills you up
Oh yeah she breathes good luck
Mother Earth Mother Earth
She breathes good luck
Do you feel it on the inside
Do you feel it on the out
Do you feel it when you're up up
Do you feel it when you're down
Do you feel it in the mountains
When the powder falls
Do you feel it on the water
No wind at all
"The Mother" is a song written and performed by Australian singer-songwriter, Xavier Rudd. The song is dedicated to Mother Earth and is full of references and metaphors to express the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world.
The song opens with the chorus line, "Do you feel it in the sunshine, do you feel it in the rain, do you feel it in the ocean when the waves are clean?" The lyrics are an invitation to the listener to reconnect with nature and to feel the energy and power that Mother Earth possesses. The verses continue to explore this connection between humans and nature. The lyrics, "Do you feel it in your bones when she fills you up?" suggests that nature can provide a sense of fulfilment to humans if they allow themselves to feel it. The song concludes by saying that Mother Earth "breathes good luck", reinforcing the idea that by connecting with nature, individuals can experience and attract good fortune.
The song delivers a powerful message of environmentalism and respect for nature, encouraging listeners to take care of the planet and to recognize their place within it. The lyrics are an example of the way in which music can be used as a tool for activism, promoting socially conscious ideas and inspiring positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you feel it in the sunshine
Have you ever experienced the energy of nature while standing under the bright sunlight?
Do you feel it in the rain
Have you ever felt the soothing energy of nature while standing in the rain?
Do you feel it in the ocean
When the waves are clean
Can you feel the calmness of nature when the waves in the ocean are clear and your soul is at peace?
Do you feel it in the evening
When the moon is up
Have you ever felt the peaceful and calming energy of nature during a quiet evening, when the full moon is shining bright?
Do you feel it in your bones
When she fills you up
Have you ever felt the natural energy of the Earth that invigorates your soul?
Oh yeah she breathes good luck
Nature has a way of giving us things that we perceive as good luck or good fortune.
Mother Earth Mother Earth
She breathes good luck
The Earth is the source of everything we need, and it has the power to provide us with good fortune and blessings.
Do you feel it on the inside
Do you feel it on the out
Nature has the capacity to touch our souls from the inside and outside!
Do you feel it when you're up up
Do you feel it when you're down
Have you experienced the energy of nature when you are both at the height of joy and the depth of despair?
Do you feel it in the mountains
When the powder falls
Have you ever felt the serene energy of the mountains when the white snow covers the terrain and the world is at peace?
Do you feel it on the water
No wind at all
Have you ever experienced the calm and peaceful energy of nature when you're out on the water on a windless day?
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