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As you walk through the tunnel, closer to something
Turning back home after 15 years, and it seems
That perhaps you will miss them now no one is watching
Crossing the river to see those familiar faces
Took a picture and said it was good to document
With a laughing crowd pointing fingers and whispering
A fork and a knife, sit straight, smile for old times' sake,
For all goodbyes
For heaven's sake, shut your mouth, shut your mouth
Sit straight, smile, shut your mouth, shut your mouth
Cool your feet in the ocean and think for a moment
It could always be something, but it's not really worth it
It's a well-written story with all the ingredients
How the mean witch called you to say you were nothing
Now she sleeps in a box in the good soil of Denmark
Now she sleeps in a box in the good soil of Denmark
A truth and a lie, shut your mouth
For old times' sake, for all goodbyes
For heaven's sake, shut your mouth, shut your mouth
Sit straight, smile, shut your mouth, shut your mouth...now shut it!
The lyrics of David & The Citizens's song Now She Sleeps in a Box in the Good Soil of Denmark describe the conflicting emotions of returning home after a long absence. The necklace of question marks may symbolize the uncertainty and the mixed feelings of coming back to where one started. The metaphorical tunnel is an image of a journey towards something, something that remains undefined. The singer seems to be ambivalent: on the one hand, there is the feeling of missing the place and its people ("perhaps you will miss them now no one is watching"); on the other hand, there is the sense of being an outsider, no longer part of that world.
The song also explores themes of memory, the passing of time, and the inevitability of change. The crossing of the river might represent the difficulty of moving on from the past, even if it is to reconnect with old friends and family. The laughing crowd pointing fingers and whispering can be interpreted in different ways, but it seems like a moment of recognition and perhaps even ridicule. The fork and knife, sitting straight, smiling for old times' sake, and shutting your mouth for heaven's sake are all actions that suggest a sense of formality and restraint, a way of preserving appearances and avoiding conflict. The image of the mean witch calling you to say you were nothing is a powerful one, as it speaks to the ways in which we can be haunted by the ghosts of our past.
Line by Line Meaning
And this necklace of question marks beautifully framing your face,
Your uncertain and confused state is visible through the questions that surround you, embellishing the expression on your face.
As you walk through the tunnel, closer to something
Making your way forward, moving towards something unknown.
Turning back home after 15 years, and it seems
After spending a long time away, returning home feels like a strange experience.
That perhaps you will miss them now no one is watching
You might miss the people you left behind, now that you can't see them anymore.
Crossing the river to see those familiar faces
Traversing the water to meet the people you know so well.
Took a picture and said it was good to document
Capturing a moment in a photograph, to preserve the memories for the future.
With a laughing crowd pointing fingers and whispering
People are making fun of you, mocking you behind your back.
For the goodbye of them you can do what the fuck you please...
You are free to do whatever you want during your final farewell to these people who have hurt you.
A fork and a knife, sit straight, smile for old times' sake,
Displaying good manners during a formal meal, reminiscent of old times.
For all goodbyes
Applicable to all partings, not just this one.
For heaven's sake, shut your mouth, shut your mouth
Stop talking, remain silent, for the sake of everything that is good and holy.
Sit straight, smile, shut your mouth, shut your mouth
Maintain a proper posture, be pleasant, and stop speaking, that's what one should do.
Cool your feet in the ocean and think for a moment
Taking a moment to reflect on life, while cooling your feet in the ocean water.
It could always be something, but it's not really worth it
Although there is always the possibility of something happening, it may not be worth pursuing.
It's a well-written story with all the ingredients
It's a well-crafted tale with all the necessary elements in place.
How the mean witch called you to say you were nothing
Recalling an incident where someone cruel labeled you as worthless.
Now she sleeps in a box in the good soil of Denmark
Describing the final resting place of the wicked person who hurt you, buried in Denmark.
Now she sleeps in a box in the good soil of Denmark
Reiterating the final resting place of the wicked person who hurt you, buried in Denmark.
A truth and a lie, shut your mouth
Both the truth and the lie should be kept to oneself, without speaking aloud.
For old times' sake, for all goodbyes
Applicable to all farewells, as a sign of respect for the past.
For heaven's sake, shut your mouth, shut your mouth
Again, emphasizing the importance of being silent for the good of oneself and all around.
Sit straight, smile, shut your mouth, shut your mouth...now shut it!
Be proper, display a pleasant countenance, and stop speaking, and now shut it for real!
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CONNY FRIDH, DAVID FRIDLUND, MAGNUS BJERKERT
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notbraindead
Feherty is the best golf play by play announcer ever. Even when he had a horrendous alcohol problem he still was the best. I’m so glad he got sober and wish him all the best. God Bless David Feherty.
jmissle
Just watched his real sports interview....Some things he talked hit me right in the soul......He's a good dude and i hope he continues his sobriety
notbraindead
His sense of humor is priceless. He was the best (color commenter) golf ever had.
Mark Brown
I feel ya David. One day I sobered up long enough to realize I was married with children. I still have no idea how it happened.
Chris Swihart
😂😂😂
Coco and the Muse
Oh my God!! I laughed so hard I just about Peed my pants! The half cigar and the ferry ride!!!!
Karen Everett
Great sense of humor Feherty !!
note2owns
I swear I can only think of the Tiger Woods PGA games when I hear him talk. Very unique voice
Amina
he is an unusually funny golfer
Joe Smith
You’d be surprised how many golfers are stricken with the same affliction. And go through similar situations.