Roots
BT/Roots Lyrics
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My roots run deep, I need the swell pulling me to get to sleep
And I know, I'm gone, to long
You come out to see me from the sand
But to me it just feels wrong
Among the others on the land
Your roots, are in the earth, gulls gather round your plow as you turn the turf
Your roots, run deep, you've sown the seed for the sweet barley that you reap
You come out to see me from the sand
But to me it just feels wrong
Among the others on the land
Their roots, lie with you, by your side ever watching all you do
Their roots, run deep, I only hope they dream of me when they sleep
And I know, I'm gone, to long
You come out to see me from the sand
But to me it just feels wrong
Among the others on the land
The lyrics to "Roots" by BT/Roots evoke a sense of longing and connection to one's roots and homeland. The singer describes their own roots as being in the sea, with creels tethered on the seabed and the pull of the swell lulling them to sleep. This imagery suggests a deep connection to the ocean and a yearning for the familiar comforts of their home. However, despite someone coming out to see the singer from the sand, they feel a sense of disconnect and unease among the others on the land.
The next verse shifts the focus to the other person, whose roots are in the earth. They are surrounded by gulls as they work the land, turning the turf and sowing seeds for the sweet barley they will later reap. Their roots are deep and grounded, nurturing the crops and reaping the rewards of their hard work. Again, the singer expresses a feeling of longing and a sense of being away for too long.
The final verse introduces a third party, whose roots lie with the person described in the second verse. This could be interpreted as their children or loved ones, who watch and support their endeavors. The singer hopes that these individuals also dream of them when they sleep, highlighting the desire for a continued connection and affection despite physical separation.
Overall, the lyrics of "Roots" convey a yearning for one's origins, a sense of being adrift from the familiar, and a longing for the understanding and support of loved ones. The contrasting images of the sea and the land, the singer and the other person, as well as the inclusion of the third party, create a complex narrative of longing, belonging, and the feeling of displacement.
Line by Line Meaning
My roots, are in the sea, creels tethered on the bed out in the lea
The essence of who I am is connected to the vastness of the ocean, with fishing pots anchored in the seabed beyond the fields
My roots run deep, I need the swell pulling me to get to sleep
My origins are firmly embedded, and I crave the comforting motion of the ocean waves to find solace and rest
And I know, I'm gone, to long
I am aware that I have been away for too much time
You come out to see me from the sand
You visit me on the beach
But to me it just feels wrong
But it feels uncomfortable to me
Among the others on the land
Surrounded by people who do not share my deep connection to the sea
Your roots, are in the earth, gulls gather round your plow as you turn the turf
Your origins are tied to the land, where seagulls gather around you while you work the soil
Your roots, run deep, you've sown the seed for the sweet barley that you reap
Your heritage has profound roots, and you have planted the seeds that will yield the bountiful harvest of delicious barley
Their roots, lie with you, by your side ever watching all you do
Their ancestry is intertwined with yours, as they stand faithfully beside you, observing your every action
Their roots, run deep, I only hope they dream of me when they sleep
Their heritage is deeply ingrained, and I can only hope that they think of me in their dreams while they sleep
Among the others on the land
While being surrounded by other people who are not part of our shared heritage and connection
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: John Dearness
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