Catamaran
Allah-Las Lyrics
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All alone with with my mind, headed for a bounty
I've been living so long all by myself
I can't think of living with anybody else
I'm an oyster pearls locked up in a shell
You better bring that diving bell, oh
But I want you near
I wanna whisper to your ear
Wanna hold your hand
I wanna be your man, alright
Out on the river's where you're gonna find me
All alone with my thoughts, headed for a bounty
I've been living so long in a habitat
Where the land's mighty rocky but the river stays flat
Can you show me something make me part with that, oh no
But I want you near
I wanna whisper to your ear
Wanna hold your hand
I wanna be your man
I'm gonna get you girl
Like I got you
Wrap you up in paper, bite you
You're the pretty little thing that I've gotta have
'Cause I want it
The lyrics of Allah-Las's "Catamaran" describe a person who prefers solitude and isolation, enjoying his own company on the water or river. The lyrics reflect the idea of being an "oyster pearls locked up in a shell," illustrating that, even though he may seem closed off or unapproachable, he is still valuable and looks for companionship. He is longing for someone to share his world with: "But I want you near, I wanna whisper to your ear, wanna hold your hand, I wanna be your man, alright."
The second verse of the song describes the same desire, but in a different environment, the river. The lyrics reflect the idea of being comfortable with isolation, but still wishing for a connection with someone special. The line "Can you show me something make me part with that, oh no" suggests that he is hesitant to let go of his comfortable solitude, but still hopes for somebody to come and convince him otherwise. The chorus repeats the singer's heartfelt desire to have a companion to banish his loneliness.
Overall, "Catamaran" seems to be a song about the beauty and serenity of isolation, while reinforcing the idea that human connection is integral to us as social creatures.
Line by Line Meaning
Out on the water's where you're gonna find me
I feel free when I'm surrounded by water
All alone with with my mind, headed for a bounty
I can focus on my thoughts and goals when I'm alone
I've been living so long all by myself
I've been independent for a long time
I can't think of living with anybody else
I'm not ready for a commitment
I'm an oyster pearls locked up in a shell
I have a hidden beauty and potential that needs to be discovered
You better bring that diving bell, oh
You need to explore and discover me with an open mind
But I want you near
I have strong feelings for you
I wanna whisper to your ear
I want to share intimate moments with you
Wanna hold your hand
I want to feel connected to you
I wanna be your man, alright
I want to be the person you rely on and care for
Out on the river's where you're gonna find me
I find peace in the movement of the river
All alone with my thoughts, headed for a bounty
I am determined to achieve my goals
I've been living so long in a habitat
I'm comfortable with what I'm used to
Where the land's mighty rocky but the river stays flat
Life can be challenging but I'm focused on my journey
Can you show me something make me part with that, oh no
Can you offer me something better than what I already have?
I'm gonna get you girl
I'm determined to win your heart
Like I got you
I'm confident that I will succeed
Wrap you up in paper, bite you
I want to possess you completely
You're the pretty little thing that I've gotta have
You're the one I desire the most
'Cause I want it
My desire for you is strong
Contributed by Dominic G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jasonmasterson7699
Out on the water, where you're gonna find me
All alone with with my mind, headed for a bounty
I've been living so long all by myself
I can't think of living with anybody else
I'm an oyster pearl's locked up in a shell
You better bring that diving bell, oh
But I want you near
I wanna whisper to your ear
Wanna hold your hand
I wanna be your man, alright
Out on the river, where you're gonna find me
All alone with my thoughts, headed for a bounty
I've been living so long in a habitat
Where the land's mighty rocky but the river stays flat
Can you show me something make me part with that, oh no
But I want you near
I wanna whisper to your ear
Wanna hold your hand
I wanna be your man
I'm gonna get you girl
Like I got you
Wrap you up in paper, bite you
You're the pretty little thing that I've gotta have
'Cause I want it
@MidnightVentures
Got that 70's beach vibe with a hint of modern day twang. The best song on the album, in my opinion. The perfect song/album to listen to while on a long drive.
@jackhammercombo
No voodoo is good as well
@DrWodka619
Catalina is also a great track on this album.
@joriszsz95
What is 70s beach vibe? I think this is more 60s surf vibe ;)
@briancotton1
Love the Allah-Las. Got them in a mix with Classic 60s garage bands like The Dominions, We The People and The Satelliters. Doesn't get much better than this driving up the West Coast of Vancouver Island!
@heylittlerobby13
Brian Cotton The Allah-Lahs came up when I was listening to surf, and they fit into my old school and contemporary surf playlists very well :)
@VilaToro64
I found out about this dude on accident when I was at my security job and I did a walk through in a Gap clothing store and they were playing raspberry jam and I got hooked right then and there cuz I love me sum surf rock
@blueblousedesigns
The Allah-Las came up in my feed after listening to The Buttertones
@murph6163
Tofino is the best. While driving along the Pacific Rim National Park we were listening to the Byrds (great west coast 60s rock).
@jasonmasterson7699
Out on the water, where you're gonna find me
All alone with with my mind, headed for a bounty
I've been living so long all by myself
I can't think of living with anybody else
I'm an oyster pearl's locked up in a shell
You better bring that diving bell, oh
But I want you near
I wanna whisper to your ear
Wanna hold your hand
I wanna be your man, alright
Out on the river, where you're gonna find me
All alone with my thoughts, headed for a bounty
I've been living so long in a habitat
Where the land's mighty rocky but the river stays flat
Can you show me something make me part with that, oh no
But I want you near
I wanna whisper to your ear
Wanna hold your hand
I wanna be your man
I'm gonna get you girl
Like I got you
Wrap you up in paper, bite you
You're the pretty little thing that I've gotta have
'Cause I want it