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.
Talk
Captain Tractor Lyrics
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Just you and me
About inconsequential things
About how life gets in the way
Of every little thing
I think I need a coffee
I think I need a couch
And everything seems pretty good to me
Lets sit down and talk
Just you and me
About love and hate and
How little all that bullshit
Really means anyway
I think I need a cigarette
I think I need a couch
'Cause I'm to drunk to talk
And I won't remember anyway
Lets sit down and talk just you and me
Why we cant we talk just you and me
We never talk just you and me
Why cant we talk just you and me
The lyrics in Captain Tractor's song "Talk" suggest a desire for a conversation between two people. The opening lines invite the listener to join in on a discussion about insignificant topics, potentially because life has been overwhelming and the singer wants a break from reality. The use of the word "inconsequential" emphasizes that the while the topics may not be of great importance, the act of conversing and connecting with another person is. The following lines suggest that the singer is inebriated and detached from reality, but this does not detract from their enjoyment of the moment.
As the song continues, the topic shifts to more serious matters such as "love and hate" and "bullshit". This could suggest that although superficial matters are enjoyable to discuss, there are deeper issues that may be weighing on the singer's mind. The repetition of the phrase "just you and me" creates a sense of intimacy, highlighting the importance of human connection. The final lines of the song pose a question, a call to action for the listener to engage in conversation and make a connection with those around them.
Overall, the song "Talk" is a commentary on the importance of communication and human connection, even if the topics discussed may not be of great importance. The use of alcohol and detachment as a framing device creates a sense of escapism, but the ultimate message is still clear - talking to others is vital for mental and emotional well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
Lets sit down and talk
Let's take some time to have a conversation
Just you and me
Without any outside distractions or influences
About inconsequential things
Discussing topics that may not matter, but still allow us to connect
About how life gets in the way
The obstacles that prevent us from having these conversations more frequently
Of every little thing
Even the small matters in life that we may overlook
I think I need a coffee
Using a hot beverage to stimulate the conversation
I think I need a couch
A comfortable and relaxed environment that promotes open discussions
'Cause I'm too drunk to care
Letting go of inhibitions and not worrying about the outcome of the conversation
And everything seems pretty good to me
Feeling content with the current situation
About love and hate and
Discussing the polarizing emotions that govern our actions
How little all that bullshit
The realization that most conflicts are trivial and unworthy of attention
Really means anyway
The insignificance of these issues in the grand scheme of things
I think I need a cigarette
Another vice to relax the mind and promote conversation
Cause I'm too drunk to talk
The alcohol has impaired the ability to speak clearly
And I won't remember anyway
The idea that the conversation may not be significant enough to retain
Why we can't we talk just you and me
The frustration of not having these conversations more frequently
We never talk just you and me
Acknowledging the lack of communication between individuals
Why can't we talk just you and me
The desire to connect and have meaningful conversations
Contributed by Andrew N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Justin Francis
this may be thirteen years old, but still true!
Brandon Wiancko
this may be five years old, but still true!