Josephine
Dryden Thomas Lyrics
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You and I do while we're working
With a pride that we've been missing
And a shame we are long in rehearsing
And every time we meet, though it's rare
In the streets, in the air, we are going somewhere
We always seem to pick up the page
And I've lived long enough now
That I see the way the land lays from above and how
These rivers intertwine
The waters (yours and mine)
Pours and tumbles down miraculous inclines
O Josephine, you are closest to my mind.
We found the meaning in obscurity
Though we feared we would fade and disappear
In the darkness, there is purity
You close your eyes and learn to hear.
And every time we meet, though it's rare
In the streets, in the air, we are going somewhere
We always seem to pick up the page
Like a hundred drunk monkeys were typing the same way
And I've lived long enough now
That I see the way the land lays from above and how
These rivers intertwine
The waters (yours and mine)
Pours and tumbles down miraculous inclines
O Josephine, you are closest to my mind.
My mind, my mind, my mind
We were just kids in a tornado drill
When we first met
We were just kids in a tornado drill
When we first met
We were just kids in a tornado drill
When we first met
We were just kids in a tornado drill
Now the tornado's awfully real
But I've lived long enough now
That I see the way the land lays from above and how
These rivers intertwine
The waters (yours and mine)
Pours and tumbles down miraculous inclines
O Josephine, you are closest to my mind.
The lyrics of "Josephine" by Dryden Thomas convey a deep sense of connection and longing between two individuals. The opening lines describe a unique type of whistling that the singers engage in while they work. This whistling represents a shared bond and a sense of pride in their collaboration. However, there seems to be a lingering feeling of regret or shame that they have carried with them for a long time, suggesting that their relationship might have experienced some difficulties or missed opportunities in the past.
The song further portrays the infrequency of their meetings, but emphasizes the significance of those rare encounters. Despite the limited time they have together, there is a sense of purpose and direction in their interactions. The imagery of picking up the page suggests that they effortlessly continue where they left off, as if they are on the same wavelength, even when they have been apart for long periods. This unity is likened to the chaotic scene of a hundred drunk monkeys typing the same way, presenting the idea of a shared understanding or connection that defies rational explanation.
In the subsequent verse, the lyrics introduce a broader perspective as the singer reflects on the passage of time and the interconnectedness of their lives. The imagery of rivers intertwining and flowing down miraculous inclines symbolizes the convergence of their separate paths and the cohesiveness of their experiences. The mention of "yours and mine" signifies that they have each had their own separate journeys, but their paths have converged, creating a profound connection. The recurring line "O Josephine, you are closest to my mind" reiterates the intensity of their bond and the special place this person occupies in the singer's thoughts and emotions.
The song takes a nostalgic turn as the lyrics recall the time when they first met as children during a tornado drill. This reference suggests that their bond was formed in a moment of chaos or uncertainty, yet it was genuine and enduring. However, the final lines introduce a more somber tone, acknowledging that the metaphorical tornado they once experienced together has become a harsh reality. Despite this, the connection they share remains strong, and the singer reaffirms their perspective gained through age and wisdom, reiterating the intertwining rivers and emphasizing the significance of Josephine in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a special kind of whistling
There is a unique and particular way in which we communicate
You and I do while we're working
We engage in this special whistling while we go about our daily tasks
With a pride that we've been missing
There is a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction that we have longed for
And a shame we are long in rehearsing
Yet, there is also a lingering feeling of guilt or regret that we have been carrying for a while
And every time we meet, though it's rare
Each encounter we have, although infrequent
In the streets, in the air, we are going somewhere
Whether we are walking through the streets or soaring through the sky, we are always heading towards a destination
We always seem to pick up the page
We effortlessly understand and connect with each other, as if our minds are synchronized
Like a hundred drunk monkeys were typing the same way
Our harmony is remarkable, as if a chaotic group of monkeys managed to produce a coherent piece of writing
And I've lived long enough now
Having experienced a significant amount of time in my life
That I see the way the land lays from above and how
I have gained a perspective that allows me to observe the layout of the land from a higher vantage point
These rivers intertwine
The courses of these rivers interweave and connect
The waters (yours and mine)
Referring to our respective experiences and emotions
Pours and tumbles down miraculous inclines
They flow and cascade down stunning slopes, symbolizing the beauty and unpredictability of life
O Josephine, you are closest to my mind.
Josephine, you hold a special place in my thoughts and feelings.
We found the meaning in obscurity
Despite being confronted with uncertainty and confusion, we discovered a sense of purpose or significance
Though we feared we would fade and disappear
Despite our fears of losing ourselves or fading away
In the darkness, there is purity
We discovered a sense of clarity or purity within the darkness or unknown
You close your eyes and learn to hear.
You have the ability to shut out the distractions and truly listen or understand
My mind, my mind, my mind
Repeated to emphasize the importance and significance of the mind
We were just kids in a tornado drill
When we first met, we were just innocent children participating in a practice exercise for a tornado
Now the tornado's awfully real
However, now the chaos and destruction of a tornado feels incredibly real and present
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@myman8336
@@jondoecan Homeless are druggies.. So many needles everywhere they go..
Cops are important..
One of the few social programs I actually agree with..
Some of the things they do is crazy tho.. They need more training and better/less lethal tools and tactics.. Like a gogo gadget net or something lol..
Just like with teachers we need to get rid of these social program that is unions.. Get rid of bad cops, get rid of bad teachers..
I'm sorry Mrs Wrinklebottom but you gotta go..
@theoverunderthinker
@@Fausto_4841 it's not about semantics. to die in the line of duty means that you have a job and the requirements of doing your job puts you in mortal danger (examples: soldier, cop, paramedic, war correspondent, firemen).
they were not killed because they were doing their job and their job was dangerous, they were killed while doing their job because their co-worker (former co-worker? It's been a while, so I might be misremembering that detail) was dangerous. they were not killed because they were reporting on the mob or police corruption or the Clintons, it was personal beef that blew up while they were on location.
it was not as a result of their job duties that they were killed, so not in the line of duty, but it was at work. they didn't knowingly put themselves in harm's way; they had no idea at all.
Otherwise you could say the victim of a school shooter died in the line of duty! Or someone dying in a transit bus accident on their way to work at a library died in the line of duty because they were on their way to work.
if you apply these terms to everybody because you feel sympathy for them, the words lose their meaning for everybody.
so I stand by my original comment, because it is not the same thing. It is still tragic though, just not in the line of duty.
@yeahyeah8522
-"Steve, you're well aware that you could be a target."
- ( long pause)
@codyposton1418
Part of that is at times due to a time lapse of audio and video feed
@jessvachon1043
To be fair , theres always a long pause lmao
@brittanybornnard6985
Hella funny
@sharyng261
Wait for it....
@rockmf
He said "🧍♂️ wait... what?.."
@jessvachon1043
The lady in the pink was way too animated talking about this wtf.
@t-man5196
That’s your takeaway from this? 🤦♂️
@jessvachon1043
@@t-man5196 absolutely. It seemed to excite her. It was creepy. Although it's not my first time seeing the same report just different stations. But this lady , was just strange about it.
@auntjenifer7774
Fucking A she was super excited by it, and she's in tv TV so the time so it wasn't TV camera Jitters.