Captain
The Zambonis Lyrics
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Time to change the game and how we play
Smart and simple at this song
Three good chords and you can do no wrong
Need direction and a helping hand
Make slight corrections toward a master plan
The path, it changes every day
I will be your captain
Lead through all that happens
I’ll wear the “C”
You can put that weight on me
Not everything’s dreamy, not everything’s grand
You can all play music but you’re not a band
Use your tools and fix what’s broke
Try to sew and patch the holes
Like a speaker without the sound
Like a local team without a town
The blades are dull and the slush is thick
We need an answer and we need it quick
I will be your captain
Be your General Patton
I’m the guy
Who brings a lunch pail every day
Be the one to lean on so we all can dream on
Sights are high, all we gotta do is try
(Try try)
I will be your captain
Lead through all that happens
I’ll wear the “C”
You can put that weight on me
The journey may get hectic
But if we all can rough it
In the end the team will win again
(And again and again)
In The Zambonis' song Captain, the singer speaks from a position of leadership, expressing the need for change in the way they play the game. They need direction and a helping hand, someone to lead and make slight corrections toward a master plan. The path is constantly changing, and they need someone like Rob Blake or WK to guide them. The singer offers to take on that role, saying they will be the captain, wear the "C" and lead through all that happens. Not everything is easy or perfect, but they need to use their tools to fix what's broken, sew and patch the holes. Without a leader, they are just individuals playing music, not a band. The team needs an answer and needs it quick. The singer offers to be the one to lean on, to bring a lunch pail every day, to try to achieve their high aspirations. The journey may be hectic, but if they stick together, the team will win again and again.
This song is meant to inspire, to remind people that they need someone to lead them, to take the helm when the waters get rough. It's often used as an anthem for sports teams, giving them a rallying cry and a call to action to achieve their goals. The Zambonis are known for their sports-themed music, in particular, ice hockey, and are named after the Zamboni ice resurfacing machine. The song was released in 2009 as part of their album 7 or 8 Days, and the music video features clips of hockey games and Zamboni machines in action.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m thinking hard what to say
Pondering about what to say and how to say it
Time to change the game and how we play
The need to change the way things have been done
Smart and simple at this song
The song is straightforward and intelligent
Three good chords and you can do no wrong
The simplicity of the song's beats and rhythms
Need direction and a helping hand
The need for guidance and assistance
Make slight corrections toward a master plan
Make minor modifications in line with a larger strategy
The path, it changes every day
The journey keeps evolving over time
We all need a Rob Blake or a WK
We all need a leader or mentor to inspire and guide us
I will be your captain
Commitment to being a leader
Lead through all that happens
Lead by example through any situation
I’ll wear the “C”
Willingness to take on the responsibility of a leader
You can put that weight on me
Willingness to bear the burden of the group
Not everything’s dreamy, not everything’s grand
Not every situation is perfect or ideal
You can all play music but you’re not a band
Individual talent does not make a successful team
Use your tools and fix what’s broke
Utilize available resources to solve problems
Try to sew and patch the holes
Make an effort to repair what is broken
Like a speaker without the sound
Symbolic of something not working correctly
Like a local team without a town
An incomplete entity without vital components
The blades are dull and the slush is thick
Current obstacles and difficulties
We need an answer and we need it quick
Urgency of finding solutions
Be your General Patton
Assertiveness and taking charge in a difficult situation
I’m the guy
Willingness to take on challenges
Who brings a lunch pail every day
Perseverance and consistency
Be the one to lean on so we all can dream on
Supporting and inspiring others to achieve their goals
Sights are high, all we gotta do is try
Encouragement to strive for greatness
The journey may get hectic
Possible obstacles in the path
But if we all can rough it
Persistence and the ability to overcome difficulties
In the end the team will win again
The eventual reward for perseverance and hard work
(And again and again)
The potential for continued success
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: DAVID S SCHNEIDER, JONATHAN H ALEY, SHAWN MATTHEW FOGEL, CARY POLLICK, MATTHEW J OREFICE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@leodi01
Great song. Very fun band, and also musically solid and interesting. Lifts me up to hear them.
@eduardsbekeris7880
We played like 18 years ago on the same stage in RIga, Latvia. Loved the show, love the band and still love this song today! Thank you!
@TheZambonisOfficial
HEY EDUARDS! Was it at SAXAPHONES? We had a great time in Latvia and met so many great people. Did you go out with us after a show? Regardless, we LOVE LATVIA and you. Have a great day and thanks for visiting us on youtube. By the way, we are still rocking and making new music all the time.
@eduardsbekeris7880
@@TheZambonisOfficial I did share the stage with you guys at Saxafone! I was about 15 at the time, but I still remember it! Canadians rock and we both love each other, because of hockey! If the trip is not too much of a drag and in your way - you're always welcome! I'll hook you up with a couple of gigs!
@TheZambonisOfficial
YES! Saxafone! We are from the UYSA although we do wish we were Canadien. @@eduardsbekeris7880
@IdahoRCMan
One of my favorite songs of all time. Blows my mind this only has 10,000 views.
@bricerobert
not just songs about hockey, songs about life
@smallsavestheyouthhockeygo570
Just an incredible video! I love it!
@TheZambonisOfficial
GLAD TO HAVE YOU ON THE TEAM OUTLAWTOUR! Have an ice day, Dave and The Zambonis
@dannelson4481
Love you guys. Just awesome. Love the zambonis