The Dragon Song
Bonnie "Prince" Billy Lyrics
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Go north with the wind where the three rivers meet,
There's a clearing of sorts in the circle of trees,
Where the wild constellations shine one, two, and three.
Look all around you and see:
Deep in the forest, there dragons will be.
The icy cold north, that's where they call home.
Go where the mountain kisses the sea:
Better be brave, far braver than me.
Look all around you and see:
Deep in the forest, there dragons will be.
If a dragon should find you, you might ought to run.
No one has lived through such a run in, not one.
So if you hear a roar, goodness sake, leave them be,
Up where you find them wild and free.
Look all around you and see:
Deep in the forest, there dragons will be.
Look all around you, you won't find me!
The Dragon Song by Bonnie "Prince" Billy is a folk song that encourages listeners to venture north to the three rivers where there is a clearing of trees, allowing for a clear view of the stars. The lyrics invite the audience to contemplate dragons and their homes deep within the forest. The song further describes how dragons emerge from the earth and stone and make their homes in the icy-cold north, where the mountains meet the sea.
As the audience is urged to venture north to the land of the dragons, the lyrics inspire bravery, suggesting that if one is to face a dragon, they better be more courageous than the singer. Despite this bravery, the song also advises caution, warning that if one should come across a dragon, they should not approach or disturb it. The song ends with the singer stating that listeners won't find themselves there as they have already journeyed back.
The Dragon Song is a piece that is open to interpretation but provides a vivid image of an enchanted world where dragons exist. The lyrics are rich in metaphors and encourage listeners to venture out of their comfort zones to explore new places, which the dragons signify. It is a beautifully composed ode to the mythical creatures that continue to inspire people even today.
Line by Line Meaning
Go north, go north with wings on your feet.
Travel north quickly and with ease.
Go north with the wind where the three rivers meet,
Travel north to the spot where three rivers converge.
There's a clearing of sorts in the circle of trees,
Within the circular arrangement of trees, there is an open space of some sort.
Where the wild constellations shine one, two, and three.
In this clearing, the star patterns in the sky are visible.
Look all around you and see:
Take a moment to observe your surroundings.
Deep in the forest, there dragons will be.
Dragons dwell within the depths of this forest.
They come from the earth, yes, they come from the stone.
Dragons originate from the earth, perhaps from the rocks or the ground.
The icy cold north, that's where they call home.
Dragons live in the frigid northern regions.
Go where the mountain kisses the sea:
Travel to the place where the mountains meet the ocean.
Better be brave, far braver than me.
The journey requires a lot of courage.
If a dragon should find you, you might ought to run.
If a dragon discovers you, it is advisable to flee.
No one has lived through such a run in, not one.
No one has ever escaped from such an encounter.
So if you hear a roar, goodness sake, leave them be,
If you hear a dragon's cry, it is best to avoid disturbing them.
Up where you find them wild and free.
Dragons can be found in their natural, unencumbered state in this region.
Look all around you and see:
Take another moment to observe your environment.
Deep in the forest, there dragons will be.
Once again, dragons inhabit the forest's depths.
Look all around you, you won't find me!
The artist has departed, and you will no longer be able to locate them.
Contributed by Dominic G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.