Village
Mrcus.Jones Lyrics
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Oh, I miss the quiet village where I belong
A stroll down Jersey Lane, or just our garden in the rain
A year has passed and I still struggle on
Even though I'm far away in a state of disarray
The bells of St Leonard's will ring on
I remember as I drove with my thoughts in Langley Grove
It overcomes me still when I head for Woodcock Hill
That I can no longer call this place my home
It's forever in my heart and although we are apart
The bells of St Leonard's will ring on
Saint Albans twenty, ten and four
You've got so much to answer for
I watched my village go through the frosty car back window
And the walls of the city turned to dust
The lyrics of "Village" by Mrcus.Jones reflect the sentiment of longing for the quiet and comforting familiarity of one's hometown or village. The opening lines, "Another whiskey down, farewell The Rose & Crown, Oh, I miss the quiet village where I belong," signify a goodbye to a local establishment and a yearning for the sense of belonging and tranquility that comes with being in one's hometown.
The reference to "Jersey Lane" and "our garden in the rain" emphasizes a longing for specific places within the village that hold personal significance. These places evoke nostalgic memories and a sense of peace that is missed while being far away. The struggle mentioned in the lyrics indicates that despite being physically distant, the emotional connection to the village remains strong. The line "A year has passed and I still struggle on" conveys a sense of lingering homesickness or a feeling of being out of place.
The lyrics also mention the bells of St Leonard's, which suggest a connection to the local church and the sense of community that it symbolizes. The repetition of the line "The bells of St Leonard's will ring on" signifies the enduring nature of the memories and connections formed in the village. It serves as a reminder that despite physical distance, the emotional bond to the hometown remains intact.
The second verse introduces the name "Langley Grove," which triggers memories as the singer drives through and reflects on their experiences there. The feeling of being "unnoticed like a ghost" suggests a personal detachment from the place, possibly due to not being recognized or acknowledged by the people there anymore. The mention of "Woodcock Hill" further reinforces the idea that the singer can no longer call this place their home. However, the line "It's forever in my heart, and although we are apart, The bells of St Leonard's will ring on" reaffirms the lasting emotional connection to the village and the hope that cherished memories and community spirit will endure.
The concluding lines of the song shift the focus to the city, possibly representing a contrast to the village. The reference to watching the village "go through the frosty car back window" suggests a distancing or separation from the village, while the metaphorical description of city walls turning to dust hints at disillusionment or a loss of something cherished. This abrupt ending leaves the listener with a sense of longing and emotional distance, emphasizing the theme of nostalgia and the desire to return to the village.
Line by Line Meaning
Another whiskey down, farewell The Rose & Crown
As I say goodbye to the local pub, The Rose & Crown, after finishing another drink, it signifies a departure from my familiar surroundings and the start of a new chapter.
Oh, I miss the quiet village where I belong
I long for the peacefulness and sense of belonging that I experienced in the village I called home.
A stroll down Jersey Lane, or just our garden in the rain
Whether it's a casual walk along Jersey Lane or simply spending time in our garden amidst the rain, these moments captured the essence of tranquility and happiness.
A year has passed and I still struggle on
Despite the passage of time, I continue to face difficulties and challenges in my life.
Even though I'm far away in a state of disarray
Despite being physically distant and feeling disorganized and unsettled, a deep emotional connection to my village remains.
The bells of St Leonard's will ring on
The symbolic sound of the church bells at St Leonard's will continue to resonate and serve as a reminder of the village's enduring spirit.
I remember as I drove with my thoughts in Langley Grove
While driving through Langley Grove, lost in my own thoughts, memories of the past come flooding back.
I passed through unnoticed like a ghost
I went by unnoticed, almost like a ghost, as if my presence in the village no longer held the significance it once did.
It overcomes me still when I head for Woodcock Hill
Whenever I approach Woodcock Hill, a wave of emotions overwhelms me, as the realization sets in that I can no longer consider it my home.
That I can no longer call this place my home
The painful truth is that I can no longer claim this place as my permanent residence, which brings a sense of loss and nostalgia.
It's forever in my heart and although we are apart
Even though I am physically separated from the village, it remains embedded in my heart, serving as a constant reminder of where I belong.
Saint Albans twenty, ten and four
Saint Albans, as a physical location, holds significance with the numbers twenty, ten, and four, likely representing specific dates or meaningful moments associated with the village.
You've got so much to answer for
There are unresolved issues and unanswered questions connected to Saint Albans, leading to a sense of responsibility or accountability for the village's impact on my life.
I watched my village go through the frosty car back window
As I observed my village recede from view through the frosted window of a car, it felt like watching something cherished slowly disappearing.
And the walls of the city turned to dust
In contrast, the cityscape loses its significance and crumbles away, symbolizing the disintegration of urban life compared to the enduring essence of the village.
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Written by: Paul D Jones
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