Married to the Sea
Jenny Dalton Lyrics
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the slow water laps against the snow and ice
there's something calling me
there's something human in that voice
How could this be the wrong thing
on the dark hill that overlooks the playing field?
We're looking at the sky
Don't turn now, I can't sit too still
I've got to get back with the payload
Summer came in with them swimming charms
It can wait, it can wait, it can wait
It's somebody else's turn
to stumble out into the night
If somebody's gotta get burned
I'm going to turn out the light
Don't turn now, I can't sit too still
I've got to get back with the payload
Summer came in with them swimming charms
I can't wait, I can't wait, I can't wait
So be it, he's the one man
whose sails are tall enough
to catch my breeze
There's nothing wrong with that
except we're married to the sea
The lyrics to Jenny Dalton's song Married to the Sea are intriguing and mysterious, leaving the listener to wonder about the deeper meaning behind them. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer expresses a fear of being alone and a sense of urgency to reconnect with someone or something. The imagery of slow water lapping against snow and ice adds to the sense of isolation and loneliness. Yet, there is also a sense of hope and longing embodied in the idea of something calling out to the singer.
The chorus introduces another layer of meaning to the song, as the singer speaks of being "married to the sea." This phrase can be read in many different ways, but one interpretation is that it represents a deep connection or sense of belonging to something larger than oneself. The idea that "we're looking at the sky" adds to this sense of transcendence and reminds us that there is beauty and wonder in the world around us, even in the darkest moments.
The final verse of the song brings a sense of resolution, in which the singer accepts that someone else is better suited to the task of navigating through life's challenges, and perhaps even finding love. Yet, the mention of being "married to the sea" reminds us that there is always the possibility of finding connection and meaning in unexpected places.
Overall, Jenny Dalton's song Married to the Sea is a poetic meditation on loneliness, connection, and the search for meaning in life. Its haunting lyrics and dreamlike melodies leave a powerful impression on the listener and invite us to ponder about our own journeys through life.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't be alone tonight
I am unable to be left by myself this night.
the slow water laps against the snow and ice
The still water is gently brushing against the layers of ice and snow.
there's something calling me
Something or someone seems to be beckoning to me.
there's something human in that voice
There exists a human nature in the beckoning voice.
How could this be the wrong thing
How can the action being taken be deemed wrong?
on the dark hill that overlooks the playing field?
Upon the dim hill that overshadows the field on which games are played?
We're looking at the sky
We are gazing upon the sky above us.
and now we're married to the sea
And now we have become wed to the waters.
Don't turn now, I can't sit too still
Do not look around, I am unable to remain stationary for too long.
I've got to get back with the payload
I must return to carry the heavy load.
Summer came in with them swimming charms
Summer arrived with its alluring appeal for swimming.
It can wait, it can wait, it can wait
It can be postponed, it can be postponed, it can be postponed.
It's somebody else's turn
It's another person's opportunity.
to stumble out into the night
To clumsily walk out under the dark sky.
If somebody's gotta get burned
If somebody needs to suffer the consequences.
I'm going to turn out the light
I will turn off the light.
So be it, he's the one man whose sails are tall enough to catch my breeze
Then let it be, he is the only man whose sails are strong enough to harness my energy.
There's nothing wrong with that
There isn't anything negative about that.
except we're married to the sea
Except for the fact that we are wed to the vast waters.
Contributed by Aubrey C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.