Submarine
Robert Wyatt Lyrics


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When will it be time to document
Do it now
This submarine way down to return
To return
Do it now
Do it now
Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Shake us now
Do it now
Do it now




Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Do it now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Robert Wyatt's song Submarine depict an urgent call to action. The repeated phrase "Do it now" emphasizes the need for taking immediate action. The imagery of a submarine way down to return symbolizes a desire to rise up, to move forward from a stuck or stagnant situation. The call to action is directed towards someone or something that can "shake us out of the heavy deep sleep." This sleep can be interpreted in many ways - it could be a metaphor for a sense of complacency or being stuck in a rut or even a state of depression.


Overall, the lyrics of Submarine convey a sense of urgency and the need to take action to overcome a perceived obstacle or challenge. Wyatt's powerful vocals add to the intensity of the song, making it a compelling and thought-provoking piece.


Line by Line Meaning

Do it now
We must act without delay


This submarine way down to return
We are submerged in despair and must find a way to resurface


To return
To escape from our current state of misery


Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
We need someone or something to awaken us from our emotional numbness


Shake us now
We need immediate intervention to snap us out of our despondency


Do it now
Our situation demands urgent action


Do it now
We cannot afford to wait any longer to improve our circumstances


Do it now
We must take action immediately to save ourselves


Shake us out of the heavy deep sleep
Our slumber is so deep that we require significant effort to awaken


Do it now
We cannot delay our efforts to escape our despair




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bjork Gudmundsdottir

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