Marcus
Gentle Soul Lyrics
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I can, you know I can
Oh Marcus, can I tell you a story
I can, you know I can
I'm gonna tell you a story
About a fairy
She'll come and sprinkle yellow
She's right behind you now
And almost on your shoulder
Don't turn around or
She won't be there
Oh Marcus, can I tell you a story
I can, you know I can
Oh Marcus, can I tell you a story
I can, you know I can
I'm gonna tell you stories
About your daddy
He's gonna walk in wrinkle
In his shoes
He doesn't know he's got that
Flying power
But that's alright
Cause I know it
And so do you
Oh Marcus, can I tell you a story
I can, you know I can
Oh Marcus, can I tell you a story
I can, you know I can
I've got a silver piece
To put under your pillow
It's got a magic chain
It's ten miles long
It'll be there in the morning
When the sunlight wakes you
It'll leave and be there, Marcus
When I'm gone
Oh Marcus, are you getting kind of sleepy
I am, you know I am
Oh Marcus, are you getting kind of sleepy
I am, you know I am
I am, you know I am
La la la la la la
La la la la la la
The song "Marcus" by Gentle Soul is a sweet and whimsical tale that tells the story of the singer's conversation with a young boy named Marcus. The singer asks Marcus if they can tell him a story and he eagerly agrees. The singer begins telling Marcus stories of fairies, his daddy, and even gives him a magical silver piece to put under his pillow. Throughout the song, the singer proves to be a comforting presence for Marcus, lulling him to sleep with her storytelling and lullaby-like melody.
The song employs fairytale elements such as fairies, magical objects, and dreams to create a dreamlike and comforting atmosphere. The lyrics also convey a sense of love and care for Marcus, which is indicated by the singer's willingness to tell him stories and ensure his comfort. The song encourages listeners to tap into their inner childlike wonder and imagination to create a beautiful and magical world.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Marcus, can I tell you a story
Gentle Soul asks Marcus for permission to share a story
I can, you know I can
Marcus has given consent to hear Gentle Soul's story
I'm gonna tell you a story
Gentle Soul is about to narrate a tale
About a fairy
The story is about a mythological creature
She'll come and sprinkle yellow
The fairy will add a magical charm to Marcus' appearance
In your hair
The yellow charm will be visible in Marcus' hair
She's right behind you now
The fairy is present beside Marcus
And almost on your shoulder
The fairy is very close to Marcus
Don't turn around or
Gentle Soul warns Marcus not to look back
She won't be there
If Marcus looks back, the fairy will disappear
I'm gonna tell you stories
There will be more than one story to share
About your daddy
The stories are about Marcus' father
He's gonna walk in wrinkle
Marcus' father will arrive with worn-out shoes
In his shoes
The age of the shoes is a significant detail
He doesn't know he's got that
Marcus' father is unaware of something
Flying power
Marcus' father possesses the ability to fly
But that's alright
Marcus should not be concerned
Cause I know it
Gentle Soul is aware of Marcus' father's power
And so do you
Marcus is also privy to his father's talent
I've got a silver piece
Gentle Soul has a silver object
To put under your pillow
It is meant to be kept under Marcus' pillow
It's got a magic chain
The silver piece has a special quality
It's ten miles long
The chain is noticeably lengthy
It'll be there in the morning
Marcus will wake up to find the silver piece under his pillow
When the sunlight wakes you
It will happen when the sun rises
It'll leave and be there, Marcus
The silver piece will disappear but still be present for Marcus
When I'm gone
Even when Gentle Soul is not around, the silver piece will remain
Oh Marcus, are you getting kind of sleepy
Gentle Soul notices Marcus is growing tired
I am, you know I am
Marcus confirms he is feeling drowsy
La la la la la la
The song ends on a nonsensical vocalization
Writer(s): Pamela Polland
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