Homeless
Scott Mulvahill Lyrics
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moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
homeless, homeless
moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
strong wind, strong wind
many dead tonight it could be you
strong wind, strong wind
and we are homeless, homeless
moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
and we are homeless, homeless
moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
somebody say i-hih-i-hih-i
somebody say hello, hello, hello
somebody say i-hih-i-hih-i
somebody cry why, why, why
somebody say i-hih-i-hih-i
somebody say hello, hello, hello
somebody say i-hih-i-hih-i
somebody cry why, why, why
Homeless, homeless
moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
homeless, homeless
moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
The song "Homeless" by Scott Mulvahill is a haunting and thought-provoking piece that portrays the harsh reality faced by many who find themselves without a place to call home. The lyrics repeat the phrase "homeless, homeless" over and over, creating a somber and almost desperate atmosphere. The imagery of "moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake" adds to the sense of isolation and loneliness experienced by those who are homeless. The repetition of the phrase "strong wind, strong wind" suggests the unpredictability and danger that exist on the streets, where lives can be lost to the harsh elements or to violence.
The song highlights the universal truth that anyone can find themselves in a situation of homelessness - "many dead tonight it could be you." Throughout the song, there is a sense of desperation and a cry for help, as the lyrics ask for someone to say hello, to ask why. The repetition of these phrases suggests a need for human connection and empathy.
Overall, "Homeless" is a powerful song that draws attention to the issue of homelessness and emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding towards those who find themselves in this situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Homeless, homeless
Being without a fixed and stable place to live
moonlight sleeping on a midnight lake
Sleeping under the light of the moon on a lake in the middle of the night
strong wind, strong wind
A powerful wind blowing
many dead tonight it could be you
Many people might die tonight, and you could be one of them
and we are homeless, homeless
We too are without a fixed and stable place to live
somebody say i-hih-i-hih-i
Someone chant a meaningless sound
somebody say hello, hello, hello
Someone greet with a simple expression
somebody cry why, why, why
Someone ask repeatedly for the reason behind something
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Written by: Scott Mulvahill
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