The Garden
Frog and toad Lyrics


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You're not in the dark and you're not in the ditch
Where did you run? Did you meet the rich?
I don't mind saying you are my garden
So realize and realize foul vacations

You're not in the park and you're not in the ridge
Where did you run? Did you meet the rich?
I don't mind saying you are my garden
So realize and realize foul vacations

Oh shutter up from fame's vacation
I am the battering rains upon the spine
The base, the chest, the tree, the oak
The lamb, the mirrored lamp

Bought a rise on the raise and when you realize
Shutter up shutter up from fame's vacation
On the boat the batter breaks, Lydia, Lydia, Lydia




Shutter up until you realize I ain't breakin' no lie
Baby, baby, baby, hundred dollars and you're comin' back

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Frog and Toad's song "The Garden" are somewhat enigmatic but convey a sense of protectiveness and adoration. The singer refers to someone they care for deeply as "my garden," implying that this person is something to be nurtured and tended to. The lines "You're not in the dark and you're not in the ditch / Where did you run? Did you meet the rich?" could be interpreted as a tender inquiry into the whereabouts and well-being of the person being addressed. The repetition of the phrase "realize and realize foul vacations" suggests that the singer is urging the listener to recognize their worth and not let negative experiences drag them down.


The second verse seems to continue in a similar vein, with the singer reassuring the listener that they are important and cherished. The line "Oh shutter up from fame's vacation" could be interpreted as a cautionary warning against becoming too caught up in superficial or fleeting aspects of life. The subsequent lines are more abstract, but seem to convey a sense of strength and solidity, with the singer embodying powerful, elemental forces like rain and trees.


Overall, the lyrics of "The Garden" convey a sense of deep affection and protectiveness towards someone the singer cares for. The repeated injunction to "realize" their value and not be held back by negative experiences suggests that the song is about supporting someone through difficult times and helping them recognize their own worth.


Line by Line Meaning

You're not in the dark and you're not in the ditch
You are not lost or struggling, everything is fine.


Where did you run? Did you meet the rich?
Did you go on some extravagant adventure and meet wealthy people?


I don't mind saying you are my garden
I am proud to have you in my life and want to take care of you.


So realize and realize foul vacations
Be aware of bad experiences and learn from them.


Oh shutter up from fame's vacation
Stop seeking fame and attention.


I am the battering rains upon the spine
I will help you weather any storms or difficulties in life.


The base, the chest, the tree, the oak
I am strong and dependable like a tree, providing a solid foundation for you.


The lamb, the mirrored lamp
I am gentle and reflective, always looking out for your best interests.


Bought a rise on the raise and when you realize
I helped you succeed and when you recognize that, we can celebrate together.


On the boat the batter breaks, Lydia, Lydia, Lydia
Sometimes things will go wrong, but we can get through them together.


Shutter up until you realize I ain't breakin' no lie
Trust me and believe that I am always honest with you.


Baby, baby, baby, hundred dollars and you're comin' back
I will always be here for you, even if times are tough and money is tight.




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