Come and Gone

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @Dr.DaveRobbo2407
    @Dr.DaveRobbo2407  3 роки тому +7

    Click 'show more' to see the words and chords of this song. Thanks for visiting my channel. All views, likes, comments, shares and subscriptions greatly appreciated.🙏

  • @ndarsess
    @ndarsess 3 роки тому +2

    nice song, you are very good with the guitar.

  • @mumbaiindians-ri7ys
    @mumbaiindians-ri7ys 6 місяців тому +1

    You are in the list of favorites

  • @minegoool
    @minegoool 6 місяців тому +1

    Like in the movies 📽

  • @AliRaza-pz9yw
    @AliRaza-pz9yw 6 місяців тому +1

    Cool page

  • @Dr.DaveRobbo2407
    @Dr.DaveRobbo2407  7 днів тому

    "Come and Gone" by Dave Robinson is a lyrically rich, poetic song that explores themes of impermanence, life’s struggles, and societal disillusionment. Through vivid imagery and metaphor, the song reflects on the passage of time, personal and collective challenges, and the inevitability of change. Here’s a breakdown of its core themes:
    1. Transience and Relativity of Time
    The opening lines set a tone of questioning how people adapt to shifting realities ("relativity"). The recurring imagery-"nothing stays the same"-reminds listeners that life is fleeting and ever-changing. This idea is repeated in the refrains and closing lines ("now it’s come and gone"), suggesting the impermanence of moments, opportunities, and even existence.
    2. Society and Moral Decay
    The song critiques societal and personal behavior in the face of hardship or complacency:
    Lines like "butter wouldn’t melt in your mouth" and "when your nerves are dead, your pain cannot be felt" allude to hypocrisy, numbness, or the avoidance of accountability.
    References to "dealers," "molehills growing to mounds," and "undercover of the darkness" point to hidden struggles-crime, corruption, or moral compromises-that go unchecked.
    3. War, Memory, and Loss
    The Flanders Field reference in verse 4 connects to the historical trauma of war (specifically World War I, where poppies symbolize remembrance). The lines "where blood did flow" and "no drinks will spill" reflect a somber reverence for sacrifice and a lament for innocence lost through conflict.
    4. Human Nature and Struggle
    Themes of ambition, survival, and failure emerge:
    Lines such as "the cock would crow," "did we fall from grace," and "all good things must pass" convey biblical and existential undertones about humanity’s tendency to rise, fall, and seek redemption.
    Imagery of climbing ("gypsy lookin’ for a patch of grass" and "monkeys aspiring to the apex") highlights the tension between ambition and inevitable limitations.
    5. Loss of Values and Nostalgia
    In later verses, Robinson paints a nostalgic picture of "days long past," contrasting a time of unity and respect for duty ("do good for crown and country") with a world that now seems fragmented and disillusioned.
    6. Mortality and Reflection
    The closing lines return to the song’s overarching message: life is brief and finite. The repeated phrases like:
    "there’s just one life, and now it’s come and gone"
    "survival is an instinct but it’s only one"
    These lines urge the listener to reflect on purpose and perspective, as time and opportunities will inevitably slip away.
    Style and Tone
    The song’s tone is melancholic, contemplative, and somewhat cautionary. Robinson weaves abstract yet evocative imagery-poppies, gypsies, ravens, and lanterns-creating a dreamlike, reflective narrative. The references to history, war, and nature enhance its timeless quality.
    Overall Meaning
    At its core, Come and Gone is about accepting life’s transience while grappling with personal and societal struggles. It challenges listeners to reflect on their place in a changing world, confront the inevitability of loss, and embrace the fleeting beauty of existence. The poetic structure, rich metaphors, and recurring motifs create a profound meditation on time, morality, and the human experience.

  • @Harry-hs8fw
    @Harry-hs8fw 6 місяців тому +1

    Very cool photo 🌈☀️

  • @DoctorUnknown-pn3mo
    @DoctorUnknown-pn3mo 6 місяців тому +1

    No words, only emotions

  • @firezera
    @firezera 3 роки тому +1

    sounds amazing

  • @clashclan6840
    @clashclan6840 6 місяців тому

    In love 🌺

  • @srpranto2156
    @srpranto2156 6 місяців тому

    Great picture🤩

  • @AbdullahAjit
    @AbdullahAjit 6 місяців тому

    I am delighted

  • @boris6-
    @boris6- 6 місяців тому

    Wow you😁

  • @letthegamebegain8793
    @letthegamebegain8793 6 місяців тому

    Everything is ok🐻

  • @Dr.DaveRobbo2407
    @Dr.DaveRobbo2407  3 роки тому +1

    Very stoked to receive this comment from Shawn Phillips whose music has inspired me for almost 50 years: Thank you Dr. (Dave), for your songs. I listened to several and appreciate that you’ve understood my delight in using the English language to express one’s self and reality. My Father, (who was an author) once told me…”If you’re going to write in the English language, you must have a command of that language” it’s clear you follow that advice! H, L and C
    btw Shawn's albums are available to shop, see shawnphillips.com
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