The Mountain
boneS Fork Lyrics
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Can I have some of that whiskey jug
I might not be standing here tomorrow
Got a long way to go, but I'm not going home tonight
I used to miss the simple life I lead
Before I knew the pain was all in my head
Something's up there, and it's just ahead
When you can't really see, then you better just believe
I keep a' climbing just a little bit more
Not sure what's up there, but I gotta know
It's a long way to the top, it's a longer way back down
Down, down, down
And what comes after the mountain
We don't talk too much about that
Someone told us we're all going somewhere
Don't get the dream--without the nightmare
You gonna let me hold that whiskey bottle
I'll take it with me through the cold, hard rain
I see the end, but brother, it's not over
Got a long way to go, but I'm not going home tonight
You gonna let me hold that whiskey bottle
I'll take it with me through the cold, hard rain
I see the end, but brother, it's not over
Got a long way to go, but I'm not going home tonight
Got a mountain to go, but we're a long way from home tonight
The lyrics to "The Mountain" by boneS Fork convey a sense of determination and resilience in the face of challenges. The first verse talks about a desire for whiskey, which can be seen as a metaphor for seeking solace or comfort in difficult times. The singer acknowledges that tomorrow is uncertain and implies that they have a long journey ahead, but they are determined to keep going and not give up.
The lyrics also touch upon longing for a simpler life before the realization that pain is a constant presence. There is a sense of faith in something unseen, where belief becomes crucial when circumstances are unclear. The mention of a mountain represents a metaphorical obstacle or struggle that the singer is continuously climbing, perhaps representing their personal growth or overcoming hardships. The repeated line of "It's a long way to the top, it's a longer way back down" implies that the journey may be arduous, but the singer is resolute in pushing forward.
The second verse introduces the idea of what lies beyond the mountain, something that is not openly discussed. The mention of dreams and nightmares suggests that life is composed of both pleasant and challenging experiences. The singer seeks support and asks for the whiskey bottle to accompany them through the hardships and rainy days. Despite seeing the end in sight, they recognize that the journey is far from over and they will keep pushing forward, not returning home.
Overall, "The Mountain" is about perseverance in the face of obstacles, faith in the unseen, and the determination to keep going despite the challenges faced on the journey.
Line by Line Meaning
You gonna let me hold that whiskey
Are you willing to allow me to have possession of that bottle of whiskey?
Can I have some of that whiskey jug
May I please have a portion of the whiskey contained in that jug?
I might not be standing here tomorrow
There is a possibility that I may not be present in this location by the following day.
Got a long way to go, but I'm not going home tonight
Although I have a considerable distance remaining to travel, I do not intend to return to my residence this evening.
I used to miss the simple life I lead
In the past, I yearned for the uncomplicated existence I once had.
Before I knew the pain was all in my head
Prior to realizing that the distress I experienced was solely a creation of my own mind.
Something's up there, and it's just ahead
There is an indeterminate entity situated ahead in that direction.
When you can't really see, then you better just believe
In situations where one's visual perception is lacking, it is advisable to rely on faith and conviction.
I don't know where I've seen this mountain before
I am uncertain about my previous encounter with this particular mountain.
I keep a' climbing just a little bit more
I continue ascending, persisting with slight increments of progress.
Not sure what's up there, but I gotta know
Although uncertain of what lies at the summit, my desire to discover compels me to continue onward.
It's a long way to the top, it's a longer way back down
The journey to reach the peak is arduous, but the return to lower ground is even more demanding.
Down, down, down
Descending further and further, continuously moving in a downward direction.
And what comes after the mountain
Considering the events that occur subsequent to the mountain's presence.
We don't talk too much about that
We tend to avoid extensive discussions regarding those matters.
Someone told us we're all going somewhere
An individual informed us that each person has a destination to reach.
Don't get the dream--without the nightmare
Obtaining the desired aspirations in life often entails enduring challenging and difficult experiences.
You gonna let me hold that whiskey bottle
Are you willing to permit me to grasp and possess that container of whiskey?
I'll take it with me through the cold, hard rain
I shall bring it along as I navigate through inclement weather conditions characterized by low temperatures and adversity.
I see the end, but brother, it's not over
I perceive the conclusion, but dear companion, the journey is not yet complete.
Got a long way to go, but I'm not going home tonight
There remains a significant distance to cover, yet I have no intention of returning to my dwelling this evening.
Got a mountain to go, but we're a long way from home tonight
We have a formidable obstacle to face, and furthermore, we are situated at a considerable distance away from our place of residence this evening.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: John Terzian II, Joseph Felice, Maurice Zepeda Jr., Robert Dufresne
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Guy Taylor
If you know where Bones Fork Creek is and what Breacher Up! means, you will absolutely love this song...if you don't know what all that means...well you will still love it!
Robert Dufresne
Guy, you are The Man! Thanks, my dude!
boneS Fork
Right on, brother!! Thank you, Guy!
Jim KC
Nice. Well done fellas
Joseph Felice
Looks like my home stereo system. Sounds alot better tho.
Robert Dufresne
I love that sound!