Dive
Bridie David Lyrics
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The ocean is waiting, it's waiting for me to dive right
In
It's waiting for me to dive, to dive
No sailor would doubt me, he's sensed this strange mood
Some time before
Tsunami come, quickly, come cover me whole forever more
Lie down on the coral stones, face right up to the sky
Thunder sound under the Milky Way
It's quiet as glass now... until there's a wind so it'll
Be
The reef starts a fire dance
The waves crash through the salt against my skin
Hold onto your head now
It's waiting for us to dive right in
Heave away, haul away
And yeah it's waiting for me to dive, to dive
Heave away, haul away
Heave away, haul away
The Mulukuwausi, it comes today
The lyrics of Bridie David's song "Dive in" can be interpreted in multiple ways. The ocean rising and storming in can be interpreted as a metaphor for an overwhelming or emotional experience that one is about to face. The singer talks about how the ocean is waiting for them to dive in and no sailor would doubt them, indicating that the singer is confident and prepared for whatever is to come. When the tsunami comes, they are ready to be covered by it forever, implying that they are ready to embrace the unknown without fear.
The next verse switches to a more peaceful tone, where the ocean is described as quiet as glass until the wind starts up and the reef begins its fire dance. The waves crash against the singer's skin, implying that they are physically present and immersed in the moment. The chorus is repeated, with the lines "It's waiting for us to dive right in" indicating that the singer is not alone and is urging someone else to join them in taking the plunge. The last line, "The Mulukuwausi, it comes today," adds a mystical and enigmatic aspect to the lyrics, leaving the listener wondering about the significance of the Mulukuwausi and its arrival.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dive in" suggest a sense of adventure and a willingness to take risks and face the unknown. The ocean can be seen as a metaphor for life and its unpredictability, but the singer is confident in their ability to navigate through it.
Line by Line Meaning
The ocean is rising, I feel the water storming in
The sea level is steadily increasing and I sense the stormy waves rushing towards me.
The ocean is waiting, it's waiting for me to dive right In
The sea is eagerly anticipating my arrival to start my dive.
It's waiting for me to dive, to dive
The sea is ready for me to immerse myself in its waters.
No sailor would doubt me, he's sensed this strange mood
Some time before
Even an experienced seafarer can sense the peculiar atmosphere and emotion that surrounds me.
Tsunami come, quickly, come cover me whole forever more
The possibility of a disastrous tidal wave crashing over me, completely submerging me, is a thought that excites me.
Lie down on the coral stones, face right up to the sky
And I can hear the ocean's mighty
Thunder sound under the Milky Way
Lying flat on the coral rocks, staring straight up into the vast night sky, I am able to hear the powerful roar of the ocean beneath the stars.
It's quiet as glass now... until there's a wind so it'll
Be
The reef starts a fire dance
The waves crash through the salt against my skin
The ocean is eerily calm and placid until the wind picks up and the reef begins to move like flames in a dance, while the crashing waves aggressively hit against my skin.
Hold onto your head now
It's waiting for us to dive right in
Hold steadfast to your thoughts and emotions, as the sea anticipates our leap into its depths.
Heave away, haul away
And yeah it's waiting for me to dive, to dive
Heave away, haul away
Heave away, haul away
Let's get ready to dive into the ocean, as the waves eagerly await our immersion.
The Mulukuwausi, it comes today
Today is the arrival of the Mulukuwausi, or the sea monster, that will change the ocean's dynamics in a big way.
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Written by: DAVID ROSS BRIDIE, JOHN KEITH ANDREW PHILLIPS
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