By and by
William Becton & Friends Lyrics
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Down by the docks, gateway to the sea
Down by the dockside, we are the team
Working together, just like family
Down by the docks, you're never on your own
Down by the docks, it's really home from home
Down by the dockside, down by the dockside
Down by the dockside, is where we want to be
Chief Diesel at the docks
He's the tough guy, he's the one who sorts the trucks
He's the one to see, in emergencies
He's the one to see
Tirelessly working, never complaining
Part of the dockside team
Cranky!
Looking down on everyone
Always working, lifting cargo by the ton
And he's up so high, he can reach the sky
Part of the dockside team
Whatever the weather, you'll see him out there
Part of the dockside team
Down by the docks, that's the place to be
Down by the docks, gateway to the sea
Down by the dockside, we are the team
Working together, just like family
Down by the docks, you're never on your own
Down by the docks, it's really home from home
Down by the dockside, down by the dockside
Down by the dockside, is where we want to be
Sailors!
Who have crossed the seven seas
Sailing homeward, bringing all and sundry
And the trade winds blow their ships back home
Safely to the shore
We are the workers, stoking the boilers
Of Sodor's industry
Down by the docks, that's the place to be
Down by the docks, gateway to the sea
Down by the dockside, we are the team
Working together, just like family
Down by the docks, you're never on your own
Down by the docks, it's really home from home
Down by the dockside, down by the dockside
Down by the dockside, is where we want to be
Down by the dockside
Down by the dockside
Down by the dockside, is where we want to be
The song "By and by" by William Becton & Friends talks about the importance of working together as a team like family down by the docks, which is the gateway to the sea. The docks are the place to be because it's really home from home, and nobody is ever on their own. The song mentions three main characters, Chief Diesel, Cranky, and the Sailors, who are all part of the dockside team.
Chief Diesel is the tough guy who sorts the trucks, and in emergencies, he's the one to see. He is tireless in his work, never complaining, and a valuable member of the team. Cranky is described as always working, lifting cargo by the ton, and looking down on everyone. He is part of the dockside team and, whatever the weather, he is out there. Finally, the song talks about the sailors who have crossed the seven seas and are sailing homeward, bringing all and sundry. The sailors are an essential part of the dockside team, and the trade winds blow their ships back home safely to the shore.
The overall message of the song is that everyone plays a vital role in the dockside team, and working together as a family is what makes the team strong. The docks are the gateway to the sea, and the dockside workers are the heart of Sodor's industry. The song reminds us that wherever we go or work, having a family-like team that we can rely on is key to building strong relationships and achieving our goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Down by the docks, that's the place to be
The docks are the best place to be
Down by the docks, gateway to the sea
The docks are where you can access the sea
Down by the dockside, we are the team
The dock workers are a team
Working together, just like family
The dock workers are like a family, supportive and working closely together
Down by the docks, you're never on your own
You're never alone at the docks
Down by the docks, it's really home from home
The docks feel like a second home
Down by the dockside, down by the dockside
Being at the dockside feels great
Down by the dockside, is where we want to be
Being by the dockside is where we all want to be
Salty!
An exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm
Chief Diesel at the docks
The head of operations at the docks
He's the tough guy, he's the one who sorts the trucks
He is the one who manages and organizes the trucks and their loads
He's the one to see, in emergencies
In case of any emergencies, he is the person to contact
Tirelessly working, never complaining
He works hard without ever complaining
Part of the dockside team
He is one member of the dockside team
Cranky!
Another exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm
Looking down on everyone
He is up higher than everyone else
Always working, lifting cargo by the ton
He is consistently lifting very heavy loads
And he's up so high, he can reach the sky
He is up so high that he feels like he can reach the sky
Whatever the weather, you'll see him out there
He is always working, no matter the weather conditions
Sailors!
A shout-out to the sailors who have come across the seven seas
Who have crossed the seven seas
The sailors have sailed across the seven seas
Sailing homeward, bringing all and sundry
They are sailing back home, bringing everything and anything they have gathered
And the trade winds blow their ships back home
The trade winds are pushing their ships towards home
Safely to the shore
Their ships have arrived safely to the shore
We are the workers, stoking the boilers
The dock workers are responsible for keeping the boilers running and hot
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Mike O'Donnell, Junior Campbell
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@catherinewaddell4549
This song help me so much. I was paralyzed and was told that I was never walk again but God healed me and I’m now walking now I’m on dialysis I do dialysis at home sometime I get so depressed but when I listen to this song it does something to my heart on the inside it reaches the Holy Spirit and the Holy Spirit brings me out thank you whoever wrote this song.
@mastafa4517
Just know and hold on that God will never abandon you or forsake you. There is no place we can go that He is not there. He knows the pain you feel. Even in the darkness—in His presence the darkness becomes light. God loves you—He loves you for sure! ❤
Ps. 139:7-12
@ricodorsey1169
God bless you and keep the faith 🙏❤️
@karenboulden7460
Thank u Jesus I'm dealing with a Young Adult Son. And this song god put on my heart ❤ to listen to and I'm encouraged standing and holding on to my faith because i know God will see me thru
@MsKDennaetheDiva
I have a 21 Year Old that already is a Father of 2, and he’s going through things. I understand how You feel.
@jessicaoleary3281
I'm goin though soooo much in my life I'm raising two beautiful kids a 9 year old n 1 half month old sometimes I cry cause I feel like its impossible but listening to this song I gotta stay strong for my girls!!! thank you lord !!!! if I cant thank you enough lord I thankkkkkkk youuuuu 😍😍😍😍 lord is good god he always on time !!!
@latrishalundy6724
Stay strong! You can do it even though I know it's hard! God just wants us to praise and Worship him for who he is! All you have to do is be in position and he will fight your battles! He will win all you struggles! He will turn your tears into testimonies! Just stay strong!!
@angelabennydowns7393
Going through financial difficulties and this song truly encourages me to stay strong.
@michaeltaylor9096
Same here. I start crying! Be encourage
@angelabennydowns7393
@@michaeltaylor9096 same to you.