Sailing For Adventure
Muppets Lyrics
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A sailor's blood begins racing.
With our hearts unbound and our flag unfurled,
-We're underway and off to see the world!
*Underway and off to see the world!*
Hey, ho, we'll go anywhere the wind is blowing
-Manly men are we!
Danger walks the deck; we say what the heck
We laugh at the perils we're facing
-Every storm we ride is its own reward
-And people die by falling overboard!
*People die by falling overboard!*
Hey, ho, we'll go anywhere the wind is blowing
Hoist the sails and sing!
-Sailing for adventure on the big blue wet thing.
-I love to see them cry when they walk the plank
-I prefer to cut a throat
-I like to hang 'em high and watch their little feet try to walk in the air while their faces turn blue!
(awkward pause)-Just kidding!
It's a good life on a boat!
There are distant lands with burning sands
That call across the ocean
-There are bingo games every fun-filled day
-And margaritas at the midnight buffet!
*Margaritas at the midnight buffet!*
Hey, ho, we'll go anywhere the wind is blowing!
-Should have took a train!
Sailing for adventure on the bounding main!
-The salty breezes whisper; who knows what lies ahead?
I just know I was born to lead the life my father led!
-The stars will be our compass, wherever we may roam
And our mates will always be just like our family
And though we may put into port, the sea is always home!
We'll chase our dreams standing on our own,
Over the horizon to the great unknown!
Hey, ho, we'll go anywhere the wind is blowing!
Bold and brave and free
Sailing for adventure
-It's so nauseating!
Sailing for adventure
-So exhilirating!
Sailing for adventure
-We're all celebrating!
On the deep blue sea!
The song "Sailing for Adventure" by the Muppets is a fun and adventurous tune about sailing the seas with reckless abandon. The song begins by describing the excitement that comes with setting sail and heading out to see the world ("When the course is laid and the anchor's weighed, a sailor's blood begins racing"). The lyrics also touch on the dangers of a life at sea, from storms to the risk of falling overboard. However, the sailors in the song laugh off these perils and seem to relish in the adventure of it all ("Danger walks the deck we say what the heck, we laugh at the perils we're facing").
The song features several different characters singing the various verses, including Sam, Gonzo, and a group of pirates. Each character adds their own unique perspective to the song, whether it's Gonzo finding reward in riding out storms or the pirates joking about their love of making people walk the plank or hang from the gallows. Despite the humor and lighthearted tone of the song, there is still a sense of wonder and excitement about the wider world that lies beyond the open sea ("There are distant lands with burning sands that call across the oceans").
Line by Line Meaning
When the course is laid and the anchor's weighed
As we set our path and lift off our anchor, a sailor's passion for adventure is ignited.
A sailor's blood begins racing
A sailor's heart starts beating with anticipation for the thrill and excitement of sailing.
With our hearts unbound and our flag unfurled
As we set sail with our hearts free and our flag waving, we are embarking on an adventure.
We're under way and off to see the world
We've set sail and are heading out into the vastness of the sea, ready to explore and discover the unknown world.
Hey ho we'll go
We'll go wherever the wind takes us with energy and enthusiasm.
Anywhere the wind is blowing
We're open to wherever the wind takes us, unafraid of the unknown terrain of the sea.
Manly men are we
We are a group of tough and fearless sailors, ready to take on any challenge that comes our way.
Sailing for adventure on the deep blue sea
We're setting sail on the vast and unpredictable open sea, ready to embark on an exciting and adventurous journey.
Danger walks the deck we say what the heck
We laugh in the face of danger that might threaten us during our journey, choosing not to worry but to instead focus on the excitement of the adventure.
Every storm we ride is its own reward
We see riding out every storm as a challenge to overcome, which gives us a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction once we do.
And people die by falling overboard
Sailing comes with its dangers, and the possibility of losing a crew member by accident is always present.
Hoist the sails and sing
We lift our sails high with a song in our hearts, ready to take on the world and all its surprises.
Sailing for adventure on the big, blue wet thing
We're setting sail on a journey to discover the unknown parts of the vast, blue sea.
I love to see 'em cry when they walk the plank
One of us enjoys watching people suffer when they face their punishment, while the others know you're just kidding.
It's a good life on a boat
Life on a boat is fulfilling, satisfying, and full of adventure, as we explore the vast sea and all its wonders.
There are distant lands with burning sands
Other parts of the world have fascinating terrains, such as places with scorching hot sand, just waiting to be explored.
There are bingo games every fun-filled day
Each day on board the boat brings new and exciting activities, such as a game of bingo to pass the time and enjoy the journey with others.
And Margaritas at the midnight buffet
We can indulge in drinks such as margaritas at the midnight buffet, as we continue our journey under the stars.
The salty breezes whisper
The wind carries the whispers of the sea, highlighting the mysteries and wonders of the ocean.
Who knows what lies ahead
No one knows what the future holds on this journey, but we're still excited to find out and explore the possibilities.
I just know I was born to live the life my father lead
We are continuing our family legacy of being sailors, and we were born to embrace this lifestyle and follow in our father's footsteps.
The stars will be our compass
As we navigate throughout our journey, we'll rely on the stars to guide us and show us our direction.
Wherever we may roam
Regardless of where we go during our journey, we have the freedom to explore and roam the vast, open sea.
And our mates will always be just like a family
Our crew will become our family during this journey, providing us with companionship and support while we explore the vast sea together.
And though we may put into port, the sea is always home
While we may dock at different ports during our journey, the sea will always remain our true home and the place we feel most alive and free.
We'll chase our dreams standing on our own
We'll pursue our dreams on this journey, relying on our own skills and strengths to make them a reality.
Over the horizon to the great unknown
We're ready to set sail towards the unknown and the vast open sea, eager to explore and learn more about the world.
Bold and brave and free
We're fearless and courageous, unafraid to take on the challenges that await us on this journey.
It's so nauseating
This adventure might be overwhelming and stinky sometimes, but the rewards of exploration are worth it.
So exhilarating
Adventure is also exciting and exhilarating, full of surprises and wonders to be discovered.
We're all celebrating!
We choose to celebrate this adventure, being grateful for this chance to explore the world and enjoy the thrill of the sea.
On the deep blue sea
Our journey will take place on the vast and mysterious sea, as we explore its mysteries and hidden wonders.
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Henry Arndt
Granted it’s prefaced with Fozzie Bear praising his finger, but the line:
“We’ll chase our dreams standing on our own, over the horizon to the great unknown” is legitimately badass.
Sophie Amanda Leiton Toomey
So many years and the soundtrack still slaps.
Brendan Ellis
It slaps HARD. It simultaneously has no right and EVERY right to slap this hard.
Lavender Meek
this film was my childhood
Dan Fennessey
Aged like a fine wine. I think that’s how the compliment goes…
Sage Of Earth
No matter how old I get I will always consider Muppet Treasure Island the best Muppets movie ever made.
Priya Sridhar
Hear hear! "People die by falling overboard!"
Tamra Armstrong
Truth
The Fox
Sage Of Earth it is best
sowisapigtobeexact2
It's my favorite muppet movie!