Tura' Lu
The Bollox Lyrics
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can you hear it in the air
and the words he breathes
just a man nothing more, nothing less
but none the less lived his life with every drop he bleeds
but let me take you on a journey
times of torment, times of pain
the clocks they never change
hes lived his life the best he can
which always goes to show
you and i were not one and the same
Tura' lu, Tura' lu, Tura' lu a lu a lu.
Tura' lu, tura' lu a li
Tura' li, Tura' li, Tura' li li li li li
Tura' li, Tura' li li li
Marching through this world
as the ambers floats around his weary head
somethings got to give cause every man has got to live
so wipe your head before you drop and give
but let me take you on a journey
times of torment, times of pain
where the history it rolls
the clocks they never change
hes lived his life the best he can
which always goes to show
you and i were not one and the same
Tura' lu, Tura' lu, Tura' lu a lu a lu.
Tura' lu, tura' lu a li
Tura' li, Tura' li, Tura' li li li li li
Tura' li, Tura' li li li
Carry on your way
Carry on your way
Carry on your way
Carry on your way
Theres a man in a world of pain
Can you hear it in the air
and the words he sings
Hes just a man nothing more, nothing less
but none the less lives his life with every drop he bleeds
Tura' lu, Tura' lu, Tura' lu a lu a lu.
Tura' lu, tura' lu a li
Tura' li, Tura' li, Tura' li li li li li
Tura' li, Tura' li li li
Tura' lu, Tura' lu, Tura' lu a lu a lu.
Tura' lu, tura' lu a li
Tura' li, Tura' li, Tura' li li li li li
Tura' li, Tura' li li li
In "Tura' Lu" by The Bollox, the lyrics are about a man who is living in a world of pain. The pain can be metaphorical or it can be physical. Regardless, his pain is clearly audible as it "floats around his weary head." The song describes this man as "just a man nothing more, nothing less," but in the same breath acknowledges that he has lived his life fully even as he has spilled every last drop of his blood. The chorus is in Gaelic, and is an expression of empathy or sympathy for the man, Tura' Lu a lu a li.
The song takes the listener on a journey through this man's life, filled with torment and pain. Even as the world changes around him, time moving forward and marches being held, the man's struggle remains the same. The song urges the listener to keep going despite the difficulties of life, and to try their best because every man has to live. The repetition of the chorus is an expression of this idea of continuing on one's way, of carrying on despite the pain and hardship.
Line by Line Meaning
Theres a man in a world of pain
There is a man who is suffering greatly.
Can you hear it in the air
His pain and distress is noticeable and affecting those around him.
and the words he sings
His expressions of emotion and communication are through music.
Hes just a man nothing more, nothing less
He is an individual, no more superior or inferior to anyone else.
but none the less lives his life with every drop he bleeds
Despite his struggles, he is determined to live life to the fullest and give it his all.
let me take you on a journey
Allow me to tell you a story.
times of torment, times of pain
This man has experienced many hardships and difficulties.
where the history it rolls
The past events and memories continue to influence and affect him in the present.
the clocks they never change
Time always keeps moving forward, never stopping or slowing down.
hes lived his life the best he can
Despite his struggles, he has made the most of his life and done his best.
which always goes to show
This is proof that everyone's life is unique and has its own ups and downs.
you and i were not one and the same
We each have our own individual experiences and perspectives.
Marching through this world
Continuing to push forward through the challenges and obstacles of life.
as the ambers floats around his weary head
Amidst the chaos and confusion, he is tired and overwhelmed.
somethings got to give cause every man has got to live
Life is full of struggles and hardships, but everyone must find a way to keep going.
so wipe your head before you drop and give
Take a moment to clear your mind and rest before pushing forward again.
Carry on your way
Keep moving forward and don't give up.
Contributed by Tristan A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.