Point Of Know Return
Kansas (2) Lyrics
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The captains tell they pay you well
And they say they need sailing men to
Show the way and leave today
Was it you that said, how long?
How long?
They say the sea turns so dark that
They say the point demons guard is
An ocean grave for all the brave
Was it you that said, how long, how long
How long to the point of know return?
Your father, he said he needs you
Your mother, she said she loves you
Your brothers, they echo your words
How far to the point of know return?
To the point of know returnO
How long, how long?
Today I found a message floating
In the sea from you to me
You wrote that when you could see it
You cried with fear, the point was near
Was it you that said
How long, how long, how long to the point of know return?
How long, how long to the point of know return
No return
How long
How long
How long
How long
How long
How long
How long
How long
"Point of Know Return" by Kansas is a song about the dangers of sailing the seas and the uncertainty that can come with it. The song opens with a conversation between men about the need for sailing men, with promises of payment and the urgency to leave right away. The singer questions how long it will take to reach the point of no return, the moment when the sea turns dark and treacherous, and the demons guard the ocean grave for all the brave.
The singer's father, mother and brothers echo his words, expressing their love and concern while questioning whether the singer will return from the perilous journey. The song emphasizes the danger of the sea by describing a message found floating in the sea, written by the singer, crying with fear as they approach the point of no return. The song concludes repeating the question, “How long to the point of know return?”, emphasizing the uncertainty and danger that comes with sailing.
Overall, "Point of Know Return" is a melancholic reflection on the perils and costs of exploration and the journey to the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard the men saying something
I overheard some people talking about something.
The captains tell they pay you well
The captains promise to pay you handsomely.
And they say they need sailing men to
They claim to require competent sailors to
Show the way and leave today
navigate the ship and set off today.
Was it you that said, how long? How long?
Did you ask how much time remains before something happens?
They say the sea turns so dark that
It's been said that the ocean becomes pitch black that
You know it's time, you see the sign
It means that you will recognize the sign once it's time to act.
They say the point demons guard is
It has been claimed that the location that demons protect is
An ocean grave for all the brave
An undersea tomb for the courageous.
Was it you that said, how long, how long to the point of know return?
Did you question the amount of time that remains until we reach the point of no return?
Your father, he said he needs you
Your dad expressed that he requires your help.
Your mother, she said she loves you
Your mom conveyed her love for you.
Your brothers, they echo your words
Your siblings repeat what you say.
How far to the point of know return?
How close are we to reaching the point of no return?
Today I found a message floating
Today, I discovered a note floating on the water.
In the sea from you to me
Sent from you to me via the ocean.
You wrote that when you could see it
You wrote that when you sighted something.
You cried with fear, the point was near
You got scared and emotional when the point of no return was approaching.
Was it you that said, how long, how long, how long to the point of know return?
Did you ask how long it would take to get to the point of no return?
No return
There is no going back.
How long
How much time is remaining?
How long
How much time is left?
How long
How long do we have?
How long
What's the time frame like?
How long
When will we get there?
How long
How much longer?
How long
How soon until we reach the point of no return?
How long
What's the time left?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EHART PHIL, ROBERT STEINHARDT, STEVE WALSH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sivvybee
Rest in Peace Robert E. “Robby” Steinhardt
@MrWii000
I have only just learnt about his death.
@RedStrikerBeetleborg
Hold up, when did he die
@MrWii000
@@RedStrikerBeetleborg 7/17/2021
@RedStrikerBeetleborg
@@MrWii000 had no idea
@jeffalbillar7625
He was able to give us one last album before he passed.
RIP
@jordanofcod962
Bloodsport: are you Milton?
Milton: si..... (crying)
@patriciobecker436
Came here for that scene, reminded me of this awesome album
@silversurfer3126
Milton ? whos milton??
@tristanruff3546
@@silversurfer3126 there was know Milton