Reasons Why
Lewis and Clark Lyrics
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Ever think about the problems we would face?
Do you recall the promises that were made?
Living in a system
That you know you can not fix
And nobody can figure out
What will do the trick
And then they tell us not to worry
In such a goddamn hurry
Just take a beat
Don't just hit repeat
Nobody's perfect
Why is everybody yelling?
Dumping their garbage into their water supply
Some of us trying
And some of us making it worse
Our atmosphere can not be guarded
This feeling has been brewing
For our entire lives
Now we're at the point where there's no option to run and hide
Now we've got to survive
And they say there's no reason why
The lyrics in the first paragraph of "Reasons Why" by Lewis and Clark seem to revolve around reflection and introspection about the challenges and promises made in a flawed system. The singer questions if the listener has ever thought about the problems they face together, and if they remember the commitments that were once made. The mention of living in a system that cannot be fixed and the frustration of not knowing what will solve the issues suggests a sense of helplessness and disillusionment with the status quo. The urgency and insistence in the lines about not worrying and the impatience with the rush around them convey a sense of disbelief and frustration towards the lack of meaningful action and change.
Moving on to the second paragraph, the lyrics delve deeper into the environmental and societal concerns that are at play. The imagery of people dumping garbage into water supplies highlights the destructive and irresponsible behavior of some individuals, while others are depicted as trying to make a positive impact. The contrast between those who are working towards a solution and those who are exacerbating the issues reflects the mixed efforts and outcomes in the face of larger environmental and social challenges. The mention of the vulnerable atmosphere that cannot be protected underscores the urgency and gravity of the situation, suggesting a sense of impending crisis and the need for collective action.
The third paragraph of the song underscores a growing sense of unrest and discontent with the state of affairs that have been brewing over the course of the singer's lifetime. The feeling of being cornered with no option to run and hide signifies a tipping point where action is imperative for survival. There is a palpable sense of urgency and determination in the lyrics as the singer acknowledges the need to navigate through the challenges and uncertainties that lie ahead. The repetition of the phrase "now we've got to survive" emphasizes the gravity of the situation and the resolve needed to face it head-on.
In the final lines of the song, the singer contemplates the lack of apparent reasons or explanations for the difficulties and crises that surround them. The refrain of "and they say there's no reason why" highlights a sense of resignation and frustration towards the lack of clear answers or accountability in the face of complex challenges. The song captures a sense of disillusionment, urgency, and collective responsibility in navigating through the turmoil and uncertainties of a troubled world.
Line by Line Meaning
Did you ever think about us?
Have you ever considered our relationship and how it has been affected?
Ever think about the problems we would face?
Have you ever thought about the challenges and difficulties that would come our way?
Do you recall the promises that were made?
Do you remember the commitments and pledges that were given?
Living in a system
Existing within a structure or framework
That you know you can not fix
That you are aware cannot be remedied by yourself
And nobody can figure out
And no one is able to determine
What will do the trick
What will be the solution
And then they tell us not to worry
And then they advise us not to be anxious
Why is everyone
Why is every person
In such a goddamn hurry
In such a frantic rush
Just take a beat
Just pause and reflect
Don't just hit repeat
Don't simply repeat the same actions
Nobody's perfect
No one is flawless
Why is everybody yelling?
Why is everyone shouting?
Dumping their garbage into their water supply
Disposing of their waste into their sources of water
Some of us trying
Some of us are making an effort
And some of us making it worse
While others are exacerbating the situation
Our atmosphere can not be guarded
Our environment cannot be protected
This feeling has been brewing
This sentiment has been developing
For our entire lives
Throughout our entire existence
Now we're at the point where there's no option to run and hide
Now we have reached a stage where evasion is no longer possible
Now we've got to survive
Now we must persist and endure
And they say there's no reason why
And they claim there is no justification for it
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Lewis Han
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@samarasalamy7488
1. Once the expedition left us jurisdiction, it became fully egalitarian.
2. Jefferson had the corps seek the mythical northwest passage.
3. Sacagawea was not just a guide, she was a lifesaver.
4. They ate candles to keep from starving.
5. Despite a treacherous journey, only one member was lost.
6. They escorted the first recorded child to cross the continent.
7. Little evidence remains along the trail today.
8. Tribal teenagers stole Meriwether Lewis's dog.
9. Lewis filled the journals with beautiful art.
10. They named mountains, rivers, and streams after loved ones.
ur welcome :)
@TheRiehlThing42
Took a course on the Lewis & Clark Expedition, and you can read the journals. We read the journals in the class. Couple more facts.
The first tribes they came across warned the expedition about the large brown bears they would see, and to be wary of them. Most of the men were former soldiers and outdoorsmen, used to hunting black bears back east, and laughed off the tribes warning. First time they encountered a grizzly, they all fired and the bear ran after them so hard, they couldn't reload in time, and had to keep running. Eventually some were able to reload, and fire, and it went like that for awhile. Everyone running away terrified from the grizzly until they eventually did kill it. The second time, they formed a plan. They divided up into three groups. First group would fire, run past the next two groups, reload. Second group would fire next, run past group three and one, reload. Third group fire, run past group one and two. That was the plan. First group fired, ran past next two, turned around, and group three was running past them already and the grizzly hot on their heels, and they had to abandon the plan and everyone scattered, again.
Sacagawea was one of two women on the expedition. Her husband had two wives, and Lewis & Clark wanted both of them and their husband for translation purposes. It is romanticized that she guided them across the mountains, but that wasn't what she was there for and she didn't do that either. The parts about her saving the supplies when her husband almost tipped the canoe are true. The actual guide across the Rockies was named Old Toby. He lead the expedition to where they were met by the Nez Pearce. Also left out was she had been kidnapped at a young age and grew up with the Mandan. When traveling with the Expedition, they met a Shoshone war party. At first, tensions were high, until the chief of the war party was revealed to be Sacagawea's brother, separated all those years.
After building canoes with the Nez Pearce, trading their remaining horses they hadn't eaten while crossing the Continental Divide, they went down the Snake River and emerged at Wallula Junction and met the Walla Wallan tribe. Surprised by this new group, the chief requested the expedition meet with them on the return journey, which the expedition did. The Walla Walla tribe lead them on shorter route to the Rockies and a mountain pass that was easier to cross. Each day, members of the expedition would lose items along the way, but children of the tribe would find each of the items and give them to the individual that dropped them unerringly.
While only one member of the expedition died, Merriweather Lewis did kill two Blackfeet tribe members after they tried to steal his horse. The location of this incident is in or near Cut Bank Montana.
At Celilo Falls on the Columbia River, the Expedition came across a huge trading area for tribes. The coastal tribes would come up the Columbia River to meet the the Columbia Basin tribes. This meeting location was a huge settlement. Also, they came across a navy jacket from a European ship, knowing they were closing in on the Pacific Ocean. It was around here that Lewis stopped writing in his journal. Others kept writing, but he had a long, unexplained hiatus. His next entry was very different from previous entries. After being on the Pacific Coast at Fort Clatsop, he wrote a lengthy entry about the Chinook tribe being entirely untrustworthy. Where previously, he had wrote about the partnership and working with other tribes, this scathing entry talked about how they had to have every Chinook tribe member leave the Fort at night because they couldn't trust them.
Speaking of the Pacific Ocean. They hated it. After months of rain, they were all miserable and couldn't wait to start heading back. Lewis was also given a blank check, for him to use to pay for voyage back on any ship they encountered on the Pacific Coast. Unknown to them, there was a United States Naval ship at the Columbia River while they were just south of the mouth of the Columbia River.
One of the requirements from the French government, upon selling the land, was that the US government had to notify every tribe of the change of countries controlling the land. That was a big part of the reason behind the expedition. Also, Thomas Jefferson was a fan of Ben Franklin and scientific studies. He wanted Lewis to bring back whatever he could. Also, Lewis was under instruction to search for the 12 lost tribes of Israel. Jefferson thought they might be located out in the frontier.
Speaking of the French. France owned the territory, but from negotiations with the United States, they allowed the United States to use the Mississippi River and trade down to New Orleans. However, France let New Orleans customs be controlled by Spain. Spain decided to not honor French treaties with the US and trade without imposing their own tariffs on goods. Thomas Jefferson sent negotiators to France to purchase just New Orleans. That was all they were authorized to buy in negotiations. While negotiating, word arrived from Saint-Domingue (now Haiti) that the French had lost it. Saint-Domingue was worth more to France than the entire North American land they still owned. When finding out how dire the situation was in Saint-Domingue, Napoleon was asked about the selling of New Orleans and responded with, "sell all of it. ALL OF IT!" This surprised the Americans negotiation team, and they made the decision there without approval, to do the Louisiana Purchase.
@Arbeedubya
Daniel Boone was a man
Yes, a big man
With an eye like an eagle and tall as a mountain was he
Daniel Boone was a man
Yes, a big man
He was brave, he was fearless
And tough as a mighty oak tree
From the coonskin cap on the top of ol' Dan
To the heel of his rawhide shoe
The rippin'est, roarin'est fightin'est man
The frontier ever knew
Daniel Boone was a man
Yes, a big man
And he fought for America to keep all Americans free
Daniel Boone was a man
Yes, a big man
What a Boone, what a doer
What a dream come a'truer was he
How's that for a story til a better one comes along (they're the lyrics to the series Daniel Boone from the 60's)?
@NewMessage
Lewis: "Ok... We're out of food, and we ate all the tallow... We gotta do it.. Time to eat the last candle."
Clarke: "The one we got From Goody Paltrow at that Goop trading post?"
Lewis: * nods *
Sacagawea: "Ugh.. I'd rather eat Seaman."
Ok...This one's probably a bit much. * winces *
@snapmyneck8818
Native teens: [steals Seaman]
Lewis: So, you have chosen death.
@irkafistashkina
Lewis immediately transformed into John Wick.
@Boogers32150
Those teens just wanted seaman.
Just like teens today.
@studinthemaking
irkafistashkina John wick dog never fought a grizzly bear.
@SaltoDaKid
@studinthemaking how you know he didn't
@ImaginationGamer25
John Wick protocol activated!
@matthewrobertson9689
Sounds like Lewis almost went John wick when seaman was taken lol.
@reitairue2073
Wut u mean almost, sounded like he got his dog back lmao.
@tobykoontz8001
LMFAO...right
@dzohare672
@Dirk Diggler Sea Man lol, he obviously didn't want to say seamen a bunch of times lol