Cool Water
Billy And The HillBillies Lyrics
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Without the taste of water, cool water
Old Dan and I with throats burned dry
And souls that cry for water, cool, clear water
[Chorus]
Keep a-movin', Dan, don't you listen to him, Dan
He's a devil not a man
Dan can you see that big green tree
Where the water's runnin' free
And it's waiting there for you and me
The nights are cool and I'm a fool
Each star's a pool of water, cool water
But with the dawn I'll wake and yawn
And carry on to water, cool, clear, water
The shadows sway and seem to say
Tonight we pray for water, cool, water
And way up there He'll hear our prayer
And show us where there's water, cool, clear, water
Dan's feet are sore he's yearning for
Just one thing more than water, cool, water
Like me I guess he'd like to rest
Where there's no quest for water, cool, clear, water
The lyrics of Billy And The HillBillies's song "Cool Water" paint a vivid picture of parched desperation and yearning for life-saving water. The opening verse describes the singer's struggle in a barren wasteland without access to cool water, emphasizing the physical and spiritual thirst they are experiencing. The imagery of throats burned dry and souls crying out for water creates a sense of urgency and longing.
The chorus introduces a character named Dan, who is urged to keep moving and not succumb to despair. The mention of a "devil not a man" spreading burning sand with water hints at deceptive temptations and struggles faced along the journey. The vision of a big green tree with free-flowing water symbolizes hope and salvation, suggesting a metaphorical oasis that is within reach if Dan perseveres.
The following verses delve into the contrast between the cool, refreshing nights and the harsh realities of the day. Each star is seen as a pool of water in the vast desert landscape, offering temporary relief from the relentless quest for water. The cycle of waking up at dawn and continuing the search for water reflects a relentless pursuit of survival and fulfillment.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of faith and perseverance, as the shadows seemingly offer prayers for water and divine intervention. The belief that prayers will be heard and answered, guiding them to sources of cool, clear water, symbolizes a sense of trust and hope in challenging times. The recurring motif of seeking rest and relief from the unending quest for water highlights the universal human longing for peace and comfort amidst hardships.
Line by Line Meaning
All day I've faced the barren waste
Throughout the day, I have confronted desolate emptiness
Without the taste of water, cool water
Deprived of the refreshing sensation of cool water
Old Dan and I with throats burned dry
Old Dan and I, suffering from parched throats
And souls that cry for water, cool, clear water
Desiring water to soothe our souls, cool and clear water
Keep a-movin', Dan, don't you listen to him, Dan
Continue moving forward, Dan, ignore the negative voices
He's a devil not a man
The voice is evil, not human
And he spreads the burning sand with water
The malicious voice creates obstacles with deceptive promises of water
Dan can you see that big green tree
Dan, do you notice the large green tree?
Where the water's runnin' free
Where water flows freely
And it's waiting there for you and me
It patiently awaits us both
The nights are cool and I'm a fool
The nights offer relief, yet I am foolish
Each star's a pool of water, cool water
Every star appears as a source of cool water
But with the dawn I'll wake and yawn
However, at dawn, I will awaken and stretch
And carry on to water, cool, clear, water
And continue towards water, cool and clear water
The shadows sway and seem to say
The shadows move and appear to communicate
Tonight we pray for water, cool, water
Tonight, we beseech for water, cool water
And way up there He'll hear our prayer
High above, He will listen to our plea
And show us where there's water, cool, clear, water
And guide us to where we can find water, cool, clear water
Dan's feet are sore he's yearning for
Dan's feet ache, he longs for
Just one thing more than water, cool, water
More than just water, cool water
Like me I guess he'd like to rest
I assume he desires to take a break, like me
Where there's no quest for water, cool, clear, water
Where there is no need to search for water, cool, clear water
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bob Nolan
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