The band's most famous songs have been renditions of the folk music classics "The Log Driver's Waltz" and "Drunken Sailor", as well as a cover of the Arrogant Worms' "The Last Saskatchewan Pirate". This song has become so popular that many fans believe, wrongly, that is of their own creation.
Here We Go Again
Captain Tractor Lyrics
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When you said that vengeance is mine
Before you pushed me out without the slightest hint of doubt
Into the path of the number nine
So if it's on it's way on a sunny sunny day
To the beach where we first met
Oh how I wish I'd drown instead of being brought around
In your arms in the first aid tent
In the ambulance that day as they were taking me away
You looked into my eyes
You said you were in love but that it struck you from above
When you thought of my demise
Is it me or is it you with the sense of Deja-vu as I brush with death again
And it's really no surprise as the tears well in your eyes
You're in love with me in pain
Here we go again (x4)
Well once upon a fateful day yes once upon a time
In my little world I met a girl who said that she'd be mine
How could I know that deep below her love was S&M
And if I ever try to leave I'm dead
Here we go again (x10)
The lyrics of "Here We Go Again" by Captain Tractor depict a tumultuous relationship between two people that seems to be doomed from the start. The song opens with the singer expressing their understanding of the absurdity of their partner's behavior, but wonders if the partner believes they are the "lord" for seeking vengeance on them. The partner pushes the singer out onto the path of a bus, and they express regret for not drowning instead of being rescued and brought back into their partner's arms.
The second verse describes an ambulance ride where the partner tells the singer that they are in love with them but only realized it when they thought of their potential demise. The chorus repeats the title phrase, emphasizing the cyclical nature of the relationship. The final verse reveals that the partner has a sadomasochistic love for the singer and threatens their life should they try to leave.
The metaphor of drowning and being rescued is repeated throughout the song, symbolizing the idea of being saved by a partner only to find oneself back in the same dangerous situation. The lyrics showcase a toxic and dangerous relationship, where the partner uses violence and threats to maintain control over the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
I knew you were absurd but did you think you were the lord
I was aware that you were unreasonable, but did you believe you had divine authority?
When you said that vengeance is mine
You declared that retribution was exclusively yours.
Before you pushed me out without the slightest hint of doubt
You expelled me without any hesitation or uncertainty.
Into the path of the number nine
Directly in front of the oncoming #9 vehicle on the road.
So if it's on it's way on a sunny sunny day
If the bus is approaching us on a bright and clear day,
To the beach where we first met
To the exact location where we initially encountered each other,
Oh how I wish I'd drown instead of being brought around
I deeply wish I had drowned instead of being revived,
In your arms in the first aid tent
While being held in your embrace in the emergency shelter.
Here we go again (x4)
Repeated experience, deja vu.
In the ambulance that day as they were taking me away
On the day of the incident when the paramedics were transporting me,
You looked into my eyes
You gazed into my eyes.
You said you were in love but that it struck you from above
You professed your love for me, which appeared to come from a higher power.
When you thought of my demise
When contemplating my death.
Is it me or is it you with the sense of Deja-vu as I brush with death again
Do you or I have the feeling of repeating a previous event as my life is jeopardized again?
And it's really no surprise as the tears well in your eyes
It is not unexpected to see tears forming in your eyes.
You're in love with me in pain
You love me when I am in agony.
Well once upon a fateful day yes once upon a time
On an eventful day in the past, a long time ago,
In my little world I met a girl who said that she'd be mine
I met a girl in my small world who promised to be mine.
How could I know that deep below her love was S&M
How could I have known that underneath her affection was sadomasochism?
And if I ever try to leave I'm dead
If I attempt to depart, my life is at risk.
Here we go again (x10)
Another cycle of familiar circumstances.
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sweetmonkeylove1
What a great band live!
Tanks Explosions Anime
love this band
ophelia333
This video was filmed on my elementary school's playground. Captain tractor used to babysit me and my friends while swimming in the creek at the South Country Fair. Capt T rocks my world
Omegle Queen
so cool, my uncle's their sound engineer, his name's graham
Omegle Queen
i saw them yesterday on canada day, they said they'd be selling stuff on their website later
Doug Geyer
Jan 2019. Yes, this number still works.
Crow112178
A hidden treasure.ย
Paul Gilbert
A celebration of life, love and Uncle Bumpy.
C Leves
My god it's been years!
Warioman
Yeah, some songs by Great Big Sea are pretty cool but they're just missing something for the most part.