In 1993, Bob packed up his Jeep and moved to sunny San Diego. His blend of humor and thoughtful songwriting struck a chord with Southern Californians and he began to develop a following at his rowdy one man shows. Bob is now a full fledged Californian, strolling the beaches and vowing to never shovel a driveway ever again.
Bob has played along side of many members of Jimmy Buffett’s band, the Coral Reefers, including Greg “Fingers” Taylor, Amy Lee, Deb McColl, T.C. Mitchell, Doyle Grisham, and Jay Spell. He has been a featured act at many national “parrothead” events, including Phins to the West (Laughlin, NV), Migration (Las Vegas, NV), Laid Back Attack (Seattle, WA), Six String Music (New Orleans, LA), Atlanta Parrothead Cruise, Angels in Tropical Shirts (Lake Charles, LA) and Meeting of Minds (Key West, FL) to the list. You should also ask him about the time he opened for Barenaked Ladies in Anaheim, CA. That’s a good story.
Hurricane
Bob Karwin Lyrics
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An expert in the art of distraction Can penetrate security. A tap on the shoulder, and he slips by. The damage is done before the breach is recognized.
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The lyrics of Bob Karwin's song Hurricane talk about the perils of ignoring danger and the vulnerability of those who are innocent. The powerful metaphor of a tear in the eye of a hurricane illustrates how even a small negligence can have catastrophic consequences. The second line of the verse emphasizes this point further by stating that a drop of rain can drown a person to death, highlighting how seemingly insignificant things can lead to life-threatening situations. The use of "it" for the danger and "enemy" for the signs of the trail creates a sense of ominousness and makes the song feel like a warning. The verse talks about how staying vigilant is essential to survival because the danger can sneak up from behind and take a person out before their time. The metaphor of the ever-vigilant, tireless sentry who needs relief to continue being on the lookout is a powerful one, indicating that one needs to be fully aware of their surroundings to avoid danger.
The chorus brings forth the idea that fate can only do so much to protect the innocent, and that it's just a crutch, a small part of self-defense against the waves of the storm. This means that fate alone cannot protect individuals against the dangers of the world. They need to be their own protectors, constantly aware of the signs of danger and vigilant in their endeavors. The idea of self-defense against the waves that the storm has curled suggests that one needs to be able to navigate through the troublesome waters and survive, that they need to endure the hardships of life.
Line by Line Meaning
A tear in the eye of a hurricane
Even the most dangerous things can have a vulnerable side.
Can drown to death in a drop of rain
Small things can sometimes have a big impact.
If you ignore the danger
Turning a blind eye can lead to trouble.
It sneaks up from behind.
Danger can come from unexpected places.
And it can take you out before your time.
Sometimes danger can be deadly and strike without warning.
An ever vigilant, tireless sentry,
It's important to always be aware and alert for any potential danger.
Must have relief.
Even the most vigilant people need rest and time to relax.
Or his senses dull, and he don't see
If you don't take time to rest and recharge, you may miss important signs of danger.
The signs of the trail left by the enemy.
It's important to pay attention to any clues or signs that danger may be near.
Fate can only do so much to protect the innocent
Sometimes bad things happen to good people.
From the dangers of the world.
The world can be a dangerous and unpredictable place.
At it's best, just a crutch
Fate can only do so much to protect us, and it's important to take control of our own safety.
A small part of the self defense
We need to take responsibility for our own safety and be proactive in protecting ourselves.
Against the waves the storm has curled
We need to be prepared for anything life might throw our way.
An expert in the art of distraction
Some people are very good at distracting others or diverting attention away from themselves.
Can penetrate security.
These distractions can allow someone to gain access to areas they normally wouldn't be allowed.
A tap on the shoulder, and he slips by.
Sometimes these distractions can be as simple as a tap on the shoulder to divert someone's attention.
The damage is done before the breach is recognized.
By the time someone realizes they've been distracted or fooled, it may be too late to prevent damage.
Lyrics © BOB DYLAN MUSIC CO
Written by: ALAN DARBY
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