Buffalo Skinners
John Renbourn Lyrics


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Newton-John Olivia
Xanadu
Suspended In Time (Olivia Newton-John)
A child and a fool in one, so sure I could need no one
My heart always on the run to nowhere
Now as you're holding me, my heart is reminding me
That now I could never be without you
Chorus:
But how can our love succeed, a miracle is what we need, and so I appeal to you
To keep me suspended in time with you, don't let this moment die
I get a feeling when I'm with you, none of the rules apply
But I know for certain, goodbye is a crime
So love if you need me, suspend me in time

Wasted the time away, holding our love at bay
Now I can't last a day without you
Your smile is a thrill to see, eyes hold me tenderly
They'll shine in my memory forever

chorus - in time





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Overall Meaning

The John Renbourn's song Buffalo Skinners describes a group of buffalo hunters, known as skinners, who work hard to provide for their families despite being exploited and treated poorly by their bosses. The lyrics highlight the dangerous and grueling work involved in the hunt, with lines like "the ground was quaking, the air hard to breathe, and the buffalo thundered on." Despite the difficult conditions, the skinners continue to persevere and toil on, hoping to earn enough to provide for their families.


The song can be interpreted as a commentary on the exploitation of laborers and the struggle of the working class to earn a fair wage. The skinners are depicted as heroic figures who are willing to risk their lives in order to provide for their loved ones. The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of perseverance and hope in the face of adversity, as the skinners sing "we'll change the world, it's true, just by being who we are."


Overall, Buffalo Skinners is a powerful and emotional representation of the struggles faced by the working class, and the resilience and determination required to overcome these challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

A child and a fool in one, so sure I could need no one
At one point in my life, I was both naive and arrogant, believing that I was self-sufficient and didn't need anyone else.


My heart always on the run to nowhere
I used to be emotionally unavailable, always running away from anything that threatened to tie me down in a relationship.


Now as you're holding me, my heart is reminding me
Now that I have found someone who makes me feel safe and loved, my heart is finally acknowledging the importance of having a partner.


That now I could never be without you
I have come to the realization that I can't imagine my life without you by my side.


Chorus: But how can our love succeed, a miracle is what we need, and so I appeal to you
Despite my newfound appreciation for being in a relationship, I still worry that our love won't be enough to overcome the challenges we may face, so I am asking you for help and support.


To keep me suspended in time with you, don't let this moment die
I want to hold onto this feeling of love and happiness forever, and I need you to help me make that happen by being emotionally present and committed to our relationship.


I get a feeling when I'm with you, none of the rules apply
Being with you is different from anything I've experienced before, and it's as if I am living in a world where none of the usual limitations or boundaries exist.


But I know for certain, goodbye is a crime
I am so convinced of the value of our relationship that I see leaving each other as a serious transgression against our love.


So love if you need me, suspend me in time
I am willing to do whatever it takes to make this relationship work, so if you need me to be emotionally present and committed, I am asking you to keep me 'suspended in time' with you.


Wasted the time away, holding our love at bay
In the past, I avoided committing to a relationship and missed out on the opportunity to experience real love.


Now I can't last a day without you
After finding you, I know that I can't imagine my life without you and want to spend every moment by your side.


Your smile is a thrill to see, eyes hold me tenderly
Your presence, your smile, your gaze - all of these things fill me with joy and remind me how lucky I am to have you in my life.


They'll shine in my memory forever
I know that the memories of our time together will stay with me for the rest of my life, no matter what happens in the future.


chorus - in time
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the importance of staying together and keeping our love alive 'in time'.




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speleojazzer


on Can't Keep from Crying

These are NOT the lyrics to JR's Can't keep from Crying

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