Overture
Orchestra & Choir Lyrics
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Didn't come home
His unborn child
Will never know him
Believe him missing
With a number of men
Don't expect
To see him again
The lyrics in the Mary Poppins song Overture are not related to the above proposed text by Captain Walker. The Mary Poppins Overture song is actually an instrumental piece, meaning there are no lyrics for interpretation. However, since the Chief Editor decided to keep the title of the song unchanged, here is an explanation of the text in the original text:
The proposed text is a set of poignant lyrics from The Who's rock opera Tommy. The song 'Captain Walker' narrates the story of a father who goes missing in action during World War II, and his young son's quest for meaning and healing. The lyrics paint a sad picture of the impact of war on families, where a child is left to grow up without a father who will always remain absent. The words "Believe him missing" suggest that the family has come to terms with the father's death, but it doesn't make the loss any less painful.
Moreover, the line "His unborn child will never know him" underscores the sorrow of never experiencing the love and guidance of a parent. It also highlights the emotional toll that war inflicts on both the immediate family and future generations. The lyrics are a reminder of the sacrifices that soldiers make, and the profound impact that their absence has on their loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Captain Walker
The character named Captain Walker, who is an important figure in the story, is introduced.
Didn't come home
Captain Walker did not return home as expected, indicating that something might have gone wrong.
His unborn child
Captain Walker has a child who has not yet been born at the time of his disappearance.
Will never know him
The unborn child will not have the opportunity to know Captain Walker, suggesting that his disappearance may be permanent.
Believe him missing
There is reason to believe that Captain Walker is missing and cannot be located at this time.
With a number of men
Captain Walker was not alone at the time of his disappearance and was in the company of other men.
Don't expect
It is unlikely that Captain Walker will return, based on the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.
To see him again
The likelihood of Captain Walker's return is uncertain, but it is suggested that it is not likely to occur.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: PETER TOWNSHEND
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@willwolf4519
13:35: Losing infantry line engaged in hand to hand combat notices friendly cavalry organizing on forested flank
14:45: Cavalry bugles call for the charge
15:00 Cavalry smashes into back of engaged infantry line
15:05: Hidden horse artillery lay into opposing reserves with raking fire
15:15 Cavalry smashes into shocked reserves
15:25: Disgusted enemy general calls to beat retreat while he turns his back on the field
15:30: Ecstasy on the line and aerial shot of the wall of cavalry in a cloud of dust eating through retreating forces
Boom Oscar winning climactic battle scene courtesy of a nearly 140 year old banger to commemorate a battle where the Russians actual gave the field!
@gunnaryoung
this is indeed the "sure, best version ever". It's got the choir, the bells and the cannons at the full 16 minutes!
@iammaybeabro4598
Sometimes clickbait is true.
@johnnycastillo7701
The cannons man. I got a pair of 16 inch sound blasters.
@klytouch5285
@Johnny Castillo that is too loud mah dude..!! I got six and a half inches one it is so comfortable and the girls never complain about it..😊🙌🦀🤳
@johnnycastillo7701
@Kly Touch 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@klytouch5285
@Johnny Castillo sorry for being cheeky..🥴
@magnetic19
82 years ago, I listened to the 1812 Overture as my first ever piece of classical music.Thrilled as I was then,that thrill still is there today!! Thank you Peter.
@king2hamsters
I listened to this only a year ago and I know years from now. I will be just like you today.
@moviereviews1446
It's Pyotr
@katrinat.3032
I cry EVERY TIME I hear it! And I’m not even Russian