A Marine Biologist
The Darkest of The Hillside Thickets Lyrics
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R.V. Steadfast bearing west
He’s got a bathyscaphe
(Tim was the man with the bathyscaphe)
He’s a marine biologist
(Tim was the man, there was never any better around)
Slid with the squid underneath the waves
Architeuthis lean and fast
Show us your sublime buccal mass
He’s got a bathyscaphe
(Tim was the man with the bathyscaphe)
He’s a marine biologist
(Tim was the man, there was never any better around)
Slid with the squid underneath the waves
Come along to the Mesopelagic
We can frolic where the corals abound
If the cads with the benthic trawlers haven't passed
By the time we get down
Collect the specimens and illustrate 'em--
Oh, well, as best as you can
Bring 'em up, lay 'em out,
Look 'em up, write 'em down,
And you can publish your findings
In a peer-reviewed journal
He’s got a bathyscaphe
(Tim was the man with the bathyscaphe)
A keen marine biologist
(Tim was the man, there was never any better around)
Slid with the squid underneath the waves
He’s got a bathyscaphe
(Tim was the man with the bathyscaphe)
A mean marine biologist
(Tim was the man, there was never any better around)
Slid with the squid underneath the waves
The lyrics of The Darkest of The Hillside Thickets's song "A Marine Biologist" tell a story about Captain T.O. Vess, a marine biologist who explores the depths of the ocean with his trusty bathyscaphe, accompanied by the singer, Tim. The song is a tribute to the excitement and awe of deep-sea exploration, as well as the dedication and persistence required to make scientific discoveries. The lyrics are full of scientific terminology and references to marine life, including the elusive giant squid, Architeuthis, who is invited to "show us your sublime buccal mass," a reference to the creature's large, powerful beak.
The song also highlights the importance of conservation and responsible research practices, as the singer urges Captain Vess to "collect the specimens and illustrate 'em-- Oh, well, as best as you can" and "publish your findings in a peer-reviewed journal." The final verses emphasize the singer's admiration for Captain Vess and his pride in being a part of his team, describing him as a "keen" and "mean" marine biologist, with no one else "ever any better around."
Line by Line Meaning
Doctor, Captain T.O. Vess
The captain and doctor T.O. Vess is mentioned as an important person in this field.
R.V. Steadfast bearing west
The research vessel named R.V. Steadfast is heading towards the western direction.
He’s got a bathyscaphe
The character Tim possesses a high-tech submersible device.
(Tim was the man with the bathyscaphe)
Tim is highly skilled at operating the bathyscaphe.
He’s a marine biologist
Tim is a highly accomplished scientist in the field of marine biology.
(Tim was the man, there was never any better around)
Tim is considered the best in his field, with no other competitor.
Slid with the squid underneath the waves
Tim was underwater with the squid during one of his research expeditions.
Architeuthis lean and fast
The elusive giant squid species called Architeuthis is being referred to, which is known for its agility and speed.
Show us your sublime buccal mass
The researchers are requesting that the squid opens its mouth to display its magnificent buccal mass (throat).
Come along to the Mesopelagic
Join us on a journey to the Mesopelagic zone, a part of the ocean between 200 and 1000 meters deep.
We can frolic where the corals abound
There are plenty of corals in the Mesopelagic zone, and it's enjoyable to explore them.
If the cads with the benthic trawlers haven't passed
If the biodiversity distorters with their bottom-dwelling trawlers have not destroyed the area, we still have a chance to observe the marine life in its natural habitat.
By the time we get down
It takes some time to reach the deep-sea depths, so we hope the biodiversity destructors haven't reached there already.
Collect the specimens and illustrate 'em--
We should gather the living organisms and document their physical characteristics in detail.
Oh, well, as best as you can
Try your best to illustrate the specimens, even though it's a challenging task.
Bring 'em up, lay 'em out,
After collecting the specimens, we need to bring them to the surface and lay them out.
Look 'em up, write 'em down,
We must meticulously inspect them while writing detailed notes.
And you can publish your findings
After documenting our observations, we can publish our research in scientific journals.
In a peer-reviewed journal
Our research will be evaluated by other experts in the field before being published.
A keen marine biologist
Tim is a passionate and enthusiastic scientist.
A mean marine biologist
Tim is an expert and accomplished scientist.
Slid with the squid underneath the waves
Tim has firsthand experience studying squid in their natural habitat underwater.
Contributed by Liliana L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.