Be Still
Scoot McNairy Lyrics


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The stillness of the winter night
The frozen water's icy skin
Is broken by the boatman's oar
Be still and let me in
Oh, let me in
Oh, let me in
But stay still




Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Be Still" by Scoot McNairy paint a vivid picture of a peaceful winter evening, where the stillness of the night is only interrupted by the sound of a boatman's oar breaking through the frozen water. The boatman seems to be asking for permission to enter, but the listener is urged to stay still. Perhaps the boatman is a metaphor for someone trying to break through the listener's emotional walls or enter their life, and they are being urged to take a moment of stillness and reflect before opening themselves up.


The repeated refrain of "Be still and let me in" can be interpreted in many ways, but it seems to speak to the universal need for human connection and vulnerability. The idea of being still and allowing someone to come into our lives is a powerful one, and requires a level of trust and openness that can be difficult to achieve.


Overall, "Be Still" is a deeply contemplative and introspective song that encourages listeners to contemplate the importance of emotional connection and to embrace stillness as a means of achieving it.


Line by Line Meaning

The stillness of the winter night
The tranquil atmosphere of the winter night


The frozen water's icy skin
The ice that has formed on top of the water


Is broken by the boatman's oar
The boatman's oar piercing through the frozen layer of the water


Be still and let me in
Remain calm and allow me to enter your life


Oh, let me in
Please allow me to be a part of your world


Oh, let me in
I am eager to be a part of your life


But stay still
Please remain calm and composed




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