Circles
Vinegar Joe Lyrics
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You will understand
The size of the eternity
If you know your ABC's
Everything that happens
You can write for all to see
Simply proving what you've found
And all things which passed before
Become a part of what is now
And if when you lived you gave
A little energy
Life can be your own to save
And the circles come around
Never quite the same
But defined by sight and sound
And the circles come around
Simply proving what you've found
And all things which passed before
Become a part of what is now
And the circles come around
Simply proving what you've found
And all things which passed before
Become a part of what is now
In Vinegar Joe's song "Circles," the lyrics describe the cyclical nature of life and the interconnectedness of all things. The opening lines, "If you can count from one to three, you will understand the size of eternity" suggest that time is infinite and we are all part of a larger, never-ending cycle. The subsequent lines, "If you know your ABC's, everything that happens you can write for all to see," suggest that by understanding the basics of life, we can gain insight into the larger picture.
The chorus, "And the circles come around, simply proving what you've found, and all things which passed before become a part of what is now," further emphasize the idea of the cyclical nature of life. The circles coming around symbolize how events in life repeat themselves in different ways, but ultimately are defined by our past experiences. The last stanza, "And if when you lived you gave a little energy, life can be your own to save," suggests that by putting positive energy into the world, we are able to take control of our own lives and create the future we want.
Overall, "Circles" is a message of hope that emphasizes the importance of understanding our past and present in order to create a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
If you can count from one to three
The concept of eternity can be understood very simply.
You will understand
The basic prerequisites are necessary for understanding.
The size of the eternity
Eternity, despite its endlessness, can be quantified.
If you know your ABC's
The basic foundation of knowledge is needed for observation and interpretation.
Everything that happens
Events can be understood and analyzed by their nature.
You can write for all to see
Observations and analyses of events can be shared with everyone.
And the circles come around
Cycles of events and experiences repeat.
Simply proving what you've found
The repetition of cycles reinforces previous discoveries.
And all things which passed before
Everything that has happened in the past is still relevant to the present and future.
Become a part of what is now
The past shapes and influences the present and future.
And if when you lived you gave
Contribution of energy during active life leads to a sense of security.
A little energy
Even the smallest actions can make a meaningful impact.
Life can be your own to save
Taking positive actions during life can lead to a sense of control over one's destiny.
Never quite the same
Repetition of cycles is not exact; there are always variations.
But defined by sight and sound
Despite variations, repetition of cycles is identifiable by sensory cues.
Writer(s): Robert Palmer
Contributed by Addison J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.