A possible interpretation of the lyrics to:
WATCH FOR
FALLING ANGELS!
Meaning. What does meaning mean? A major
aspect of the Philadelphia Spirit Experiment is the relationship between words and
meaning. If you are at a total loss, you may want to check out the work of Ludwig
Wittgenstein. In the mean time, here is a view. We welcome your view, too. Song
#1 -- "You've Gotta Get There First"
First stanza:
Tell me where you're from,
and I'll tell you where to go from here.
Meaning:
If you tell me where you are(on
the path to finding "the meaning of life,") I would be more than happy to help get to the
next milestone.Stanza 2:
No matter how far, how close, or how
near.
Meaning:
It does not matter if you are just taking your first "baby step," or
if you are running right beside me, I will try to help you to the next plateau.Stanza
3:
Ohhhh, I ...
Meaning:
My frustration lies with people that don't even
try to walk.Stanza 4:
The paths ahead are clear to see ... at least they appear that
way to me.
Meaning:
What must be done to understand the meaning of life is so
obvious, how about to you?Stanza 5:
No matter which one that you choose,
you can end up as a loser.
Meaning:
The particular path that you choose is not the
important point ... but, still ... choose at least one path to venture down.Stanza
6:
It's what you do on the path that counts ... not what you do on the way
back.
Meaning:
It is your intention while on the path that counts. Don't worry
about what will happen after you die(or after you make any decision for that
matter), because... Stanza 7:
You've gotta get there first !
Meaning:
Quit coming up with excuses. Quit looking at all the possible ramifications. Just do it !Stanza 8:So, ya tripped...? So, ya slipped...? So, ya fell on your chin? Well,
that's no reason to do it again.
Meaning:
So what if you fall down? There is no
need to base your future on your own past mistakes.Stanza 9:
Same old
sin
Meaning:
The sad part of human nature is the repetition.Stanza
10:
Tell me where you're from, and I'll tell you where to go from
here.
Meaning:
Once again, a helping hand is being extended to you.Stanza
11:
My place? My place is very, very near.
Meaning:
If you are scared or
confused, I can show you how things look from my place... and, my place is very
near.Stanza 12:
Come with me, my dear... I'll show ya how it will be, with
me !
Meaning:
I know you must be saying, "what is he talking about." So, please
come with me. I will try to explain what "it" is that I am talking about.
c. 1995Glistening Trail Publishing
Created by:gbrouse@prodigy.com
&sidd@ohstpy.mps.ohio-state.edu [25 December94]