Submarine
Björk and Robert Wyatt Lyrics


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When will it be time to document
Do it now
This submarine way down to return
To return
Do it now
Do it now
Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Shake us now
Do it now
Do it now




Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Do it now

Overall Meaning

The opening line of "When will it be time to document" in Björk and Robert Wyatt's song "Submarine" suggests a sense of urgency and the need for action. The repetition of "Do it now" reinforces this sense of urgency to take action. The reference to a submarine may indicate a feeling of being trapped or submerged, and the desire to "return" may suggest a longing for escape or freedom. The repeated call to "shake us out of the heavy deep sleep" reinforces this idea of being trapped or stuck.


Overall, the lyrics of "Submarine" seem to express a desire for change, action, and freedom from whatever is trapping or holding us back. It encourages taking responsibility and taking action to effect change, rather than waiting for someone else to do it for us. The repetition of "do it now" and "shake us now" create a sense of urgency and encourages the listener to take decisive action.


Line by Line Meaning

When will it be time to document
Waiting for the right time to record our experiences


Do it now
Take action immediately


This submarine way down to return
Descending into the depths of the ocean with the hope of resurfacing


To return
To finally come back after a long journey


Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Waking up from a prolonged state of unconsciousness


Shake us now
Urgently requesting to wake up from the slumber


Do it now
Reiterating the need to take immediate action


Do it now
Reiterating the need to take immediate action


Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Repeatedly requesting to surface from a long sleep


Do it now
Final plea to take immediate action




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bjork Gudmundsdottir

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@bresilien13

Je ne connaissais pas cette vidéo, merci pour cette mise en ligne. Je kif ! Et quel beau mariage :-)

@heidaeiriks

love the song and the video!

@whyyesyes

Such a deep message. Wake up out of your heavy deep sleep. Do it NOW. Embrace life NOW. Love yourself NOW. NOW!

@kiketao3

excepcional trancendental