1. The Elders ar… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists which have used this name
1. The Elders are a six-piece Irish American folk rock band, that formed in Kansas City, Missouri.
The band has released six studio albums, The Elders, Pass It on Down, American Wake, Racing the Tide, Gael Day and Wanderin' Life & Times, as well as three live albums "The Best Crowd We Ever Had", "Live at the Gem" and "Alive and Live in Ireland" and one compilation album, "The Best of The Elders Volume 1" which includes some live tracks. They have toured in the United States, Ireland, and Europe, drawing faithful crowds and earning new fans wherever they go.
2. The Elders are a punk band from Tempe, Arizona
3) The Elders are a rock band Fullerton, California. They have released two live albums, both recorded at local venues in 2007. In addition, they have released two self-produced albums, "Castle Of Wood" in 2007 and "Bird Dog" in 2008.
Their current lineup includes Grant "Chowders" Boughter (lead vocals, bass), Jon "Une Twa" Collier (guitar, vocals), Brian "Splooges" Sturgis (guitar, vocals), and Michael "Moze" Karapetian (drums).
Raging Sea
The Elders Lyrics
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Lookin' at me Má she smile now
Carried to the room with the fishes on the wall now
Wanna walk gotta go to the sea now
Lookin' at the boats and lookin' at the sky
I will learn to fish I will learn to fly
Not a better fisherman there will ever be
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
I am a bigger boy gonna see a pretty girl now
Not a better lookin' girl I will see now
Drink a little whiskey and a bun in the oven now
Mad Daddy with a loaded gun now
A lovely sunny day as the wedding bells ring
We will learn to dance we will learn to sing
A happy little family you and me
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
Dye dee diddle dum da diddly boom boom da
I am a bigger Man lookin' at my little boy now
Wonder what he gonna be gonna see now
Will he be a doctor will he be a fisherman now
I wonder what to say now
Mamma screaming orders on a stormy day
You will fix the roof you will bail the hay
With a gleam in his eye, he wants to be
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
I am an old man old man wise man now
Happy days happy life read a book now
Lookin' at the picture and the trophies on the wall now
All me boys with a vessel and there fishin' now
Written in a book are the words I see
This dream came true for you and me
Not a better fisherman there will ever be
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
Dye dee diddle dum da diddly boom boom da
The Elders' song "Raging Sea" is a narrative of a man's life, from being just born to becoming an old, wise man. The song is a reflection of life's highs and lows and how one can rise above them. The first stanza of the song talks about the singer's birth and his desire to go to the sea. He sees boats and the sky and desires to learn how to fish and fly. He mentions a fisherman named Paddy who is the best in fishing on the raging sea.
In the second stanza, the singer is a bit older and is about to get married. He talks about love and happiness as he looks forward to starting his own family. He mentions a "mad daddy with a loaded gun" who is presumably his future father-in-law. He also mentions that he and his partner intend to learn to dance and sing, looking forward to a happy life together. Paddy and his boat on the raging sea are still a source of inspiration.
The third stanza talks about the singer's own son and his wonder at what he will become. The singer reflects on his own life as a father and talks about how his wife is always giving orders. His son wants to become like Paddy and his boat on the raging sea, and the singer is proud of his ambition.
The final stanza is about the singer in his old age, surrounded by his children who have become fishermen like Paddy. He has many trophies on his wall, and he is content with his life. The dream of becoming like Paddy is finally realized as the singer reflects on his life.
Overall, "Raging Sea" is a reflective, inspiring song that talks about the value of dreams, hard work, determination and love. It is a reminder that life can be challenging, but with passion and perseverance, one can inspire oneself and others.
Line by Line Meaning
I am a little boy just born just born now
As a newborn baby, I gaze at my mother with admiration
Lookin' at me Má she smile now
I see my mother's love and affection in her smile
Carried to the room with the fishes on the wall now
I am taken to a room with pictures of fishes on the wall as decoration
Wanna walk gotta go to the sea now
As I grow up, I have a desire to go to the sea and explore
Lookin' at the boats and lookin' at the sky
I aspire to learn how to fish and how to fly
I will learn to fish I will learn to fly
I have made up my mind to become an expert in both fishing and flying
Not a better fisherman there will ever be
I believe that I will become the best fisherman in the world
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
I imagine myself as Paddy, the skilled fisherman, braving the rough sea in my boat
I am a bigger boy gonna see a pretty girl now
As a teenager, I am excited to court a beautiful girl
Not a better lookin' girl I will see now
I am confident that I have found the most attractive girl in the world
Drink a little whiskey and a bun in the oven now
I enjoy drinking whiskey while anticipating the birth of our child
Mad Daddy with a loaded gun now
My father-in-law is overprotective and intimidating, causing me stress
A lovely sunny day as the wedding bells ring
Our wedding is a joyful occasion, with sunny weather and ringing bells
We will learn to dance we will learn to sing
As newlyweds, we plan to learn how to dance and sing together
A happy little family you and me
We are eager to start a happy life together as a family
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
I still envision myself as Paddy, the expert fisherman, paddling through waves and storms
I am a bigger Man lookin' at my little boy now
As a father, I contemplate what my son's future will hold
Wonder what he gonna be gonna see now
I am curious about the paths my son may take in life
Will he be a doctor will he be a fisherman now
I ponder whether my son will follow in my footsteps as a fisherman or opt for a different profession
I wonder what to say now
I am unsure of what advice to give my son as he grows up
Mamma screaming orders on a stormy day
My wife urges me to repair the roof and tend to the farm on a stormy day
You will fix the roof you will bail the hay
I accept my responsibilities as a husband and father and fulfill my duties
With a gleam in his eye, he wants to be
My son is eager to become a skilled fisherman like his father
Paddy and his boat on the raging sea
We share a passion for fishing, and I am proud to pass on my legacy to my son
I am an old man old man wise man now
As an elderly man, I reflect on my life experiences and acquired wisdom
Happy days happy life read a book now
I enjoy my peaceful life, filled with happiness and leisurely pursuits such as reading
Lookin' at the picture and the trophies on the wall now
I admire the memories and accomplishments represented by the pictures and trophies displayed on my wall
All me boys with a vessel and there fishin' now
I am proud to see my sons follow in my footsteps as skilled fishermen
Written in a book are the words I see
My life story and legacy are chronicled in a book
This dream came true for you and me
I am content and grateful that I was able to achieve my dreams and create a fulfilling life for myself and my family
Dye dee diddle dum da diddly boom boom da
This phrase is a fun, rhythmic line that is repeated throughout the song, adding a playful tone to the lyrics
Writer(s): Ian Byrne, Brent Hoad, Norm Dahlor, Steve Phillips, Steve Earle
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