Grass
Robert Wyatt Lyrics
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and I shall come and sit beside you.
Go and sit upon the grass
and I shall come and sit beside you.
And we shall talk.
And while we talk I’ll hit your head with a nail to make you understand me.
While we talk I’ll hit your head with a nail to make you understand me.
Go and sit upon the grass
and I shall come and sit beside you.
Go and sit upon the grass
and I shall come and sit beside you.
And do not mind if I thump you when I’m talking to you.
Do not mind if I thump you when I’m talking to you.
I’ve something important to say.
Go and sit upon the grass
and I shall come and sit beside you.
Go and sit upon the grass
and I shall come and sit beside you.
And when I’m gone you can feel the lumps upon your head.
And think about what I said.
And think about what I said.
Go and sit upon the grass
and feel your lumps.
The song "Grass" by Robert Wyatt features a repetitive and haunting melody that acts as a backdrop to the unsettling lyrics of the song. The lyrics depict a scene of violence and manipulation, with the singer urging the listener to go and sit on the grass with them. At that point, the singer reveals their true intentions, stating that they will hit the listener over the head with a nail while they talk.
The violent imagery in the song is juxtaposed with the serene setting of the grass, adding to the unease of the track. The lyrics suggest a sense of power and control that the singer seeks to exert over the listener, using physical violence to make them understand their point of view. The insistence on sitting on the grass together adds to the feeling of manipulation, as the listener may feel trapped or cornered by the singer's demands.
Overall, "Grass" is a dark and unsettling track that explores themes of power, control, and manipulation. The haunting melody and repeating structure of the song add to the sense of unease and discomfort created by the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Go and sit upon the grass
Take a moment to relax and unwind in a peaceful environment.
and I shall come and sit beside you.
I will join you in this tranquil setting.
And we shall talk.
Let's engage in dialogue and conversation.
And while we talk I’ll hit your head with a nail to make you understand me.
I will use forceful means to ensure you comprehend the importance of what I am saying.
While we talk I’ll hit your head with a nail to make you understand me.
Reiterating the previous line's message.
And do not mind if I thump you when I’m talking to you.
Please don't be offended if I use physical actions to help convey my message.
Do not mind if I thump you when I’m talking to you.
Emphasizing the importance of not taking offense to my actions.
I’ve something important to say.
I have a crucial message that I need to communicate to you.
And when I’m gone you can feel the lumps upon your head.
After I am gone, you will experience the physical effects of our conversation.
And think about what I said.
Reflect on the words that were spoken during our conversation.
Go and sit upon the grass
Rest once again on the comfortable and natural setting of the grassy field.
and feel your lumps.
Feel the remnants of our previous interaction.
Contributed by Hailey J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.