Watermelon Man
Dave Lyrics
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Smiling through the fence
I wish that watermelon it was mine
Sometimes i think that old folks
Ain't got a lick of sense
When they leave that watermelon on the vine,
Well apples are sweet and peaches are good,
But give me oh give me oh,
How i wish you would,
Some of that watermelon smiling on the vine..
The lyrics to Dave's song "Watermelon Man" depict a longing for a juicy and delicious watermelon. The singer observes a watermelon, smiling and tempting, on the other side of the fence and expresses their desire to possess it. They find it perplexing that older individuals often disregard the ripe melon by leaving it to ripen on the vine. The song acknowledges the sweetness of apples and goodness of peaches, even recognizing the finesse of rabbits, but the irresistible allure of watermelon surpasses them all.
These lyrics metaphorically represent a desire for something simple yet satisfying in life. Watermelon symbolizes indulgence, pleasure, and the essence of summertime. It reflects a longing to enjoy the joys of life that may be overlooked or taken for granted, just like the elderly characters in the song who seemingly ignore the watermelon's appeal. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminding listeners to appreciate the small pleasures and seize moments of pure happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I See that watermelon
I notice and acknowledge the presence of a watermelon
Smiling through the fence
The watermelon appears to be happy and inviting from a distance
I wish that watermelon it was mine
I desire to own and enjoy that particular watermelon
Sometimes i think that old folks
At times, I believe elderly people
Ain't got a lick of sense
Lack wisdom or rationality
When they leave that watermelon on the vine
By not picking the watermelon from the plant, they demonstrate a lack of practicality or understanding
Well apples are sweet and peaches are good
Though apples and peaches are tasty and enjoyable
Rabbits, so very very fine
Rabbits are also appreciated and considered excellent
But give me oh give me oh
However, grant me, oh please grant me
How i wish you would
I strongly desire for you to fulfill my request
Some of that watermelon smiling on the vine
Specifically, I long for a portion of that joyful watermelon that remains attached to the plant
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matinee310
Dave just bought your caged system on TrueFire! You are an amazing teacher!!! So simply laid out and understandable .. I had bought Steve Stein ,Marty , Pappa stache ,online videos and your blew them all out of the water! No fluff filler or bull! Fantastic.. hope you will be adding to it showing minor and then same style for lead guitar! 👍✨😎
dave Celentano
Thanks and glad you dig my "CAGED Commmander" online course with TrueFire!
Akshay Chowdhry
Wow love this arrangement!
dave Celentano
Thanks sooo much Akshay!!
xkalivasx
very nice cover Dave!
dave Celentano
Thanks for listening Christos!
roy martarella
Great tune!
dave Celentano
Thanks for listening Roy!!
* WOLVERINE *
Is this Herbie Hancock? Gosh I just love the funk this song delivers.
dave Celentano
Absolutely Herbie Hancock! Thanks Wolverine!