Beat Of The Drum
Morcheeba [Blood Like Lemonade - 2010] Lyrics
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The land mass is approaching
Sixty brave souls out at sea
Dragons head cuts through the ocean
To see them waving on the shore
Will fill my heart for ever more
Courageous we sail into the storm
Singing our song and feeling strong
On a voyage to where we all belong
We have been away a while
I can't wait to see relations
And tell them of our tales
That will last for generations
To see them waving on the shore
Will fill my heart for ever more
To the beat of the drum we travel on
Courageous we sail into the storm
Singing our song and feeling strong
On a voyage to where we all belong
I have missed the children grow
And I've missed my loves affection
Every where I go I pray for their protection
The Morcheeba song "Beat of the Drum" tells the story of a voyage at sea, as the singer describes their anticipation of returning home after a long journey. The first verse sets the scene as the sun shines down and land comes into view, with 60 people on board a ship that has a dragon's head cutting through the water. The second verse reveals the emotional attachment to the destination, with the singer longing to see loved ones and share tales that will last for generations. The chorus is an anthem of resilience and determination, with the beat of the drum calling them onward through storms and challenges. The final verse adds a personal note, as the singer reflects on missing the growth of children and the affection of loved ones, ending with a prayer for their protection.
Overall, the song is a powerful story about the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The imagery of the ship with the dragon's head speaks to the idea of a fantastical journey, while the chorus captures the sense of unity and purpose that comes with a shared goal. The longing for home and loved ones adds a poignant touch that makes the song feel deeply personal and relatable.
Line by Line Meaning
As the sun shines down on me
I am basking in the warmth of the sun's rays.
The land mass is approaching
The shore is becoming visible as we near it.
Sixty brave souls out at sea
There are 60 brave individuals on the ship with me, all at sea.
Dragons head cuts through the ocean
The ship's figurehead is that of a dragon, and it cuts through the waves as we sail.
To see them waving on the shore
Will fill my heart for ever more
The sight of my loved ones waving to me from the shore will bring me great happiness and fulfillment.
To the beat of the drum we travel on
Courageous we sail into the storm
Singing our song and feeling strong
On a voyage to where we all belong
Despite the storm and rough waters, we press on to our destination with bravery, singing our hearts out to keep our spirits strong, knowing that we are on a journey to our true home.
We have been away a while
I can't wait to see relations
And tell them of our tales
That will last for generations
We've been away from home for some time, and I'm eager to see my family members and tell them of the stories we've gathered along the way, stories that will be passed down for years to come.
I have missed the children grow
And I've missed my loves affection
Every where I go I pray for their protection
I've been away so long that I've missed seeing the children in my life grow and develop, and I've missed the love and affection of those I care about. I pray for their constant safety and well-being.
Contributed by Luke A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.