Lines
Billy Crockett Lyrics


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A spider spins the lines from leaf to ladder
A trellis spans the canyon to Kathmandu
A transatlantic cable carries transatlantic chatter
And there are lines that run from me to you

Lines

A circumstantial glance from passing strangers
Both exchanging sadnesses of souls
Time will take the travelers
So they may not remember
But there are lines that hold them even so

Lines

Lines that run from vine to branches
Lines that carry love's advances
For those who try
To find their place in time
There are lines ... lines

How the strong and mighty take their places
Following the politics of war
Eliminate the enemy
And never see their faces
There are lines that maybe we ignore

Lines that run from vine to branches
Lines that carry love's advances
For those who try
To find their place in time
There are lines ... lines

Now and then I hear my grandma's laughter
From the cloud of witnesses above
And every generation from Abraham thereafter
Makes the lines that lead us back to love

Lines that run from vine to branches
Lines that carry love's advances
For those who try
To find their place in time
And for those who long
To know that they belong
For those who pray




And those who up and walk away
There are lines ... lines

Overall Meaning

The song "Lines" by Billy Crockett is a beautiful reflection on the lines that connect people, places, and emotions. The opening lines about a spider spinning lines from leaf to ladder and a trellis spanning a canyon to Kathmandu set the tone for the rest of the song, which explores the many different types of lines that exist in the world. Crockett acknowledges that there are both tangible and intangible lines, from a transatlantic cable carrying chatter to lines that run from vine to branches carrying love's advances. These lines connect strangers exchanging sadness, and hold them even when time takes them away. The song also touches on the lines of war, the lines of memory, and the lines of love that bind generations together.


One possible interpretation of the song is that all lines are interconnected and meaningful, even if we don't always recognize them. The spider's line connects leaf to ladder, just as the lines of communication connect people across great distances. The trellis that spans a canyon to Kathmandu symbolizes the power of lines to cross seemingly impossible barriers. The lines that run from vine to branches carrying love's advances represent the enduring connections between people, even when they are separated by time or distance. The mention of war and eliminaton of enemies highlights the painful and destructive sides of lines, but it also emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and recognizing the lines that connect us.


In the final verse, Crockett brings the song's message full circle by referencing the cloud of witnesses above and the generations that lead us back to love. All of these lines, both tangible and intangible, connect us to each other and to the world around us, and they remind us that we are not alone.


Line by Line Meaning

A spider spins the lines from leaf to ladder
Just as a spider weaves lines to create its web, so too do we create lines or connections in our lives.


A trellis spans the canyon to Kathmandu
A trellis is used to support and guide plant growth, much like how we need guidance or support to create lines between ourselves and others.


A transatlantic cable carries transatlantic chatter
Technology has provided us with lines of communication that span great distances, allowing us to connect with one another in ways previously impossible.


And there are lines that run from me to you
We are all connected to each other in some way, whether we realize it or not, and these connections form lines that link us together.


A circumstantial glance from passing strangers
Even brief moments of interaction with others can create a connection or line between us.


Both exchanging sadnesses of souls
Connecting with others on an emotional level can deepen the lines of connection and understanding between us.


Time will take the travelers
Time can erode or weaken the lines of connection between us, but they may still linger on.


So they may not remember
People may forget about the connections they've made, but the lines of connection still exist.


But there are lines that hold them even so
We are all held together by the lines of connection that we create throughout our lives.


Lines that run from vine to branches
Lines of connection can be found between all living things, just as vines grow and connect to the branches of trees.


Lines that carry love's advances
Love can create some of the strongest lines of connection between people.


For those who try
Creating lines of connection between ourselves and others takes effort and intentionality.


To find their place in time
Our connections with others help us to understand our place in the world and the role we play in history.


How the strong and mighty take their places
People in power often use lines of connection (or lack thereof) to maintain and strengthen their position.


Following the politics of war
Wars are often fought over lines of connection (or lack thereof) between different groups of people.


Eliminate the enemy
The act of cutting off lines of connection (whether by force or by choice) can lead to conflict and division.


And never see their faces
It's easy to dehumanize and demonize others when we don't see them as individuals with unique stories and experiences.


There are lines that maybe we ignore
It's possible to overlook or dismiss the importance of the lines of connection between ourselves and others.


Now and then I hear my grandma's laughter
The lines of connection between generations are some of the strongest and most enduring.


From the cloud of witnesses above
Our ancestors and those who came before us continue to have an impact on our lives, even if they're no longer with us.


And every generation from Abraham thereafter
The lines of connection between generations can be traced back to the earliest days of humanity.


Makes the lines that lead us back to love
Love is the ultimate connection that binds us all together, and the lines we create between ourselves and others lead us back to that love.


For those who long
The desire to create connections with others is universal.


To know that they belong
Creating lines of connection helps us feel like we're a part of something bigger than ourselves.


For those who pray
Spirituality and faith can deepen the lines of connection between ourselves, God, and others.


And those who up and walk away
Even when we choose to end a relationship or connection, the lines we created still exist in some way.


There are lines ... lines
Lines of connection are all around us, linking us together and shaping our lives in countless ways.




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Karina Barros

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David Hoadley

When it first came out, two young women were trying to decide whether to buy it. I told them I would personally refund their money if they didn't love it.

David Hoadley

Although it's like picking a favorite flower out of a whole field, this is probably my favorite song by Billy, just eking out "Best of Friends." The mandolin and the harmonies are just so...moving is the word I come up with but it's not enough.

Wendy Wujcik

a very unique and talented artist /more please.

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