Tugboat
British Sea Power Lyrics
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I don't want to talk to your friends
I don't want to vote for your president
I just want to be your tugboat captain
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
I don't want to go to your party
I don't want to talk to your friends
I don't want to vote for your government
I just want to be your tugboat captain
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
There's a place I'd like to be
There's a place I'd be happy
The lyrics of British Sea Power's song Tugboat convey a sense of individualism and a desire to break away from societal expectations. The singer rejects the idea of attending parties, engaging in small talk with friends, or participating in political systems. Instead, they express the desire to be a tugboat captain, a figure associated with independence and guiding others through rough waters.
Furthermore, the repetition of the phrase "There's a place I'd like to be / There's a place I'd be happy" suggests a longing for a specific environment or state of being that is not currently being fulfilled by mainstream societal norms. The lyrics can be interpreted as a rejection of conformity and a quest for individual happiness and fulfillment.
In essence, "Tugboat" is a song about finding our true purpose in life and rejecting the societal pressure to conform to certain expectations. It encourages us to follow our hearts and strive for our own visions of happiness and success.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want to go to your party
I am not interested in attending any event that you might be hosting
I don't want to talk to your friends
I do not wish to engage in conversations with your acquaintances or loved ones
I don't want to vote for your president
I do not believe in supporting any of the political candidates you might endorse
I just want to be your tugboat captain
All I desire is to be the person who navigates and guides you through any difficult waters of life
There's a place I'd like to be
There is a specific location that appeals to me and feels like home
There's a place I'd be happy
Being in this place would bring me joy and contentment
There's a place I'd like to be
There is a specific location that appeals to me and feels like home
There's a place I'd be happy
Being in this place would bring me joy and contentment
There's a place I'd like to be
There is a specific location that appeals to me and feels like home
There's a place I'd be happy
Being in this place would bring me joy and contentment
There's a place I'd like to be
There is a specific location that appeals to me and feels like home
There's a place I'd be happy
Being in this place would bring me joy and contentment
I don't want to vote for your government
I do not wish to support the current ruling body of your country
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Damon Krukowski, Michael Dean Wareham, Naomi Yang
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BatMan-kj2ft
Excelente 👌🏻 solo que me pregunto de dónde sacaste las tabs o bueno como te guiaste para el solo del final ? Si me podrías ayudar o alguien porque amo la canción solo que no cincuentero el último solo 😭
@75heatherr
Happy to hear aGreat version from BSP for this song. Doesnt try too hard to hold onto the simplicity of original. Stop jamming on in the end!
@alisaazrv
perfect!
@chrisk7082
A band called submarine also covered this song on an album called "kiss me till your ears burn off"
@whitelilac100
Phenomenal.)
@chupachup1988
nice cover
@SonikTar77
Why can't I find this on CD and vinyl at my local Target?
@aiforbes
SonikTar77 ha ha that's good
@tywynable
Appeared on 'Stop Me If You Think You've Heard This One Before...' rough trade's 25 year Multi-Artist Anniversary release.
Head Full Of Wishes.com brought me here via 9th Aug 2013 'Audio' page