All The Trees Of The Field Will Clap Their Hands
Bonnie "Prince" Billy Lyrics
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will I have arrived in time to share?
And mine is about as good this far
And I'm still applied to what you are
And I am joining all my thoughts to you
And I'm preparing every part for you
And I heard from the hills a band was made
And will I be invited to the sound?
And will I be a part of what you've made?
And I am throwing all my thoughts away
And I'm destroying every bet I've made
And I am joining all my thoughts to you
And I'm preparing every part for you
The lyrics of Bonnie "Prince" Billy's song All The Trees Of The Field Will Clap Their Hands explore themes of anticipation and preparation for a momentous event. The singer questions whether they will live long enough to share in this event, and expresses a desire to be part of something bigger than themselves. The imagery of trees clapping and hills making music suggests unity and excitement among all aspects of nature, and the singer yearns to be included in this celebration.
The repetition of the phrase "joining all my thoughts to you" emphasizes the singer's intense focus on the event and their readiness to participate. Similarly, the line "preparing every part for you" suggests a meticulous attention to detail and a willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure their involvement.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of hopefulness and optimism, despite the uncertainties of the future. The singer is eager to be part of something meaningful and joyful, and is actively working towards that goal.
Line by Line Meaning
If I am alive this time next year
Contemplating survival to the next year
will I have arrived in time to share?
Questioning if the time to share one's life with another will arrive
And mine is about as good this far
Acknowledging that one's life has been alright until now
And I'm still applied to what you are
Continuing to be dedicated to another person or cause
And I am joining all my thoughts to you
Merging one's thoughts and emotions with another person
And I'm preparing every part for you
Getting ready to give oneself completely to another person
And I heard from the trees a great parade
Experiencing a moment of revelation from nature
And I heard from the hills a band was made
Receiving a message from the world around us
And will I be invited to the sound?
Questioning if one will have a role in the grand scheme of things
And will I be a part of what you've made?
Questioning if one is meant to contribute to something greater
And I am throwing all my thoughts away
Letting go of one's own desires and thoughts
And I'm destroying every bet I've made
Giving up on one's own plans and expectations
And I am joining all my thoughts to you
Choosing to devote oneself to another person
And I'm preparing every part for you
Getting ready to be completely devoted to another person
Contributed by Ellie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.