Pull The Catch
Fat Freddy's Drop Lyrics


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Ready, come pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull this catch together.

There is nothing that I would not do,
To protect my family.
This blood is thick, it sticks like glue, yes,
But through these veins it flows with ease.

Now I, could never ask for help,
But so many times I've tried.
But we learn, to forgive ourselves,
Now I...

Ready, come pull the catch as one, As one
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull this catch together.

Come pull this catch together.
Yeah.
Come pull this catch-

Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.

Come pull this catch together.

Now bless thee, the fishermen,
To work upon the seas.
These days we'll live on borrowed land, yes,
Fought with dishonesties.
Now some men buy and sell their lives away,
Or use them to abuse.
Some, they stand alone,
Too proud to hear the call for their own.

Ready, come pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,

Pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.




Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one.

Overall Meaning

The first verse of "Pull the Catch" by Fat Freddy's Drop introduces us to the theme of unity and the importance of working together. The lyrics "Ready, come pull the catch as one, Pull the catch as one. Ready, you're food for everyone. Pull the catch as one, Pull this catch together." suggest a sense of urgency and the need to pull together as a group to accomplish a goal. The metaphor of pulling the catch together refers to working as a team to achieve success. It could be interpreted as a call to action for the audience to unite and work towards a common cause.


The second verse of the song talks about the importance of family and how the bond of family is unbreakable. The lyrics "This blood is thick, it sticks like glue, yes, But through these veins it flows with ease." paint a vivid image of family ties and connections that run deep. There is also a sense of pride in self-reliance, as the lyrics say "I could never ask for help, But so many times I've tried. But we learn, to forgive ourselves." The song suggests that even though it may be difficult to ask for help, it is important to forgive oneself for not being able to do everything alone.


Overall, "Pull the Catch" is a song that encourages working together, emphasizing the importance of unity, family, and forgiveness. The song shares the message that we can accomplish great things if we collaborate and work towards a common goal.


Line by Line Meaning

Ready, come pull the catch as one, As one
Let's work together as a unified team to bring in the catch.


Pull the catch as one.
We need to put in a collective effort to ensure success and sustain all of us through our provisions.


Ready, you're food for everyone.
The catch will feed everyone, so we must be prepared to work hard and secure enough for every individual.


Pull this catch together.
Once again, we must be coordinated and work together if we are to thrive as a community.


There is nothing that I would not do, To protect my family.
My family is my topmost priority, and I will go to great lengths to ensure their wellbeing and protection.


This blood is thick, it sticks like glue, yes, But through these veins it flows with ease.
Although we're closely related and involved on a broad level, we shouldn't get in each other's way to achieve the broader goal.


Now I, could never ask for help, But so many times I've tried.
I am usually averse to seeking assistance, although I've attempted to put aside my pride to seek aid.


But we learn, to forgive ourselves, Now I...
Despite our faults and shortcomings, it's important to learn and move beyond them rather than dwelling and self-loathing.


Come pull this catch together.
Once again, the importance of teamwork is emphasized, and we must help each other to achieve our common aim.


Now bless thee, the fishermen, To work upon the seas.
We hope and appreciate the hard work and dedication of fishermen upon the rough and unpredictable sea.


These days we'll live on borrowed land, yes, Fought with dishonesties.
The earth is no longer a haven, and human error has taken over, making everything temporary and fragile due to deception and trickery.


Now some men buy and sell their lives away, Or use them to abuse.
Some live as if life is not precious, either selling or degrading it for personal gains or others' detriment.


Some, they stand alone, Too proud to hear the call for their own.
A few elitists see themselves as above everyone, too inflexible to accept their inadequacies and too proud to seek assistance for personal growth and sustainability.


Pull the catch as one, Pull the catch as one.
Once again, the significance of togetherness is highlighted for success.


Ready, you're food for everyone.
The fruit of our collective labor will provide for every single person, essentializing their roles in the ecosystem of humanity.


Pull the catch as one, Pull the catch as one.
To reemphasize the vital aspect of working collaboratively.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@NatA-xd4cc

Ready, come pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull this catch together.
There is nothing that I would not do,
To protect my family.
This blood is thick, it sticks like glue, yes,
But through these veins it flows with ease.
Now I, could never ask for help,
But so many times I've tried.
But we learn, to forgive ourselves,
Now I...
Ready, come pull the catch as one, [As one]
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull this catch together.
Come pull this catch together.
Yeah.
Come pull this catch-
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Come pull this catch together.
Now bless thee, the fishermen,
To work upon the seas.
These days we'll live on borrowed land, yes,
Fought with dishonesties.
Now some men buy and sell their lives away,
Or use them to abuse.
Some, they stand alone,
Too proud to hear the call for their own.
Ready, come pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one.



All comments from YouTube:

@FrankieTease

A song which gets better with time like fine wine! Still great today.

@stefan2serb

this song definately has a deeper meaning of uniting people through music beautiful metaphor, such a new zealand vibe here! south auckland stand up! peace from the uk

@LesleyH

Brilliant! Can't wait for the new album. You guys are awesome!

@dnlmicky

Coming from the middle of Missouri, USA to say that... Your music has moved and inspired me from across the world for many years now. I own everything on vinyl and my ultimate #1 dream in life is to come tour the BAYS! I would say that TRUE STORY is my #1 all time favorite record, even more so than Lateralus by Tool lol much love and gratitude guys thank you

@fatfreddysdrop

Kia Ora Ryan...

@LesleyH

Love this song... loving the new album, have played it non stop since I got it!!!

@wax333

Awesome song loved the first album

@rowdog15

legendary song!!!

@nordster68

the crayfish in kaikoura is dubbylishus as well. Lovin Fat Fred, such a unique sound x

@NatA-xd4cc

Ready, come pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull this catch together.
There is nothing that I would not do,
To protect my family.
This blood is thick, it sticks like glue, yes,
But through these veins it flows with ease.
Now I, could never ask for help,
But so many times I've tried.
But we learn, to forgive ourselves,
Now I...
Ready, come pull the catch as one, [As one]
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull this catch together.
Come pull this catch together.
Yeah.
Come pull this catch-
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Da da dum, dum, dum, dum.
Come pull this catch together.
Now bless thee, the fishermen,
To work upon the seas.
These days we'll live on borrowed land, yes,
Fought with dishonesties.
Now some men buy and sell their lives away,
Or use them to abuse.
Some, they stand alone,
Too proud to hear the call for their own.
Ready, come pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one,
Pull the catch as one.
Ready, you're food for everyone.
Pull the catch as one.

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