VERSE
Written by Gerry Beckley, ©1976
Found on Hideaway and Highway.
Watership Down, gather around
There's a story to be told
It's for the young and for the old
You might hear them in the distance
If your ear's to the ground
Whisper it loud, carry the sound
Of the footsteps alone
When they're heading for home
Through the raining of the dangers
And the grayness of the dawn
I can feel there's better days
Well, they're comin', they're comin'
I can see them through the haze
So can you
Watership Down, gather around
There's a story to be told
It's for the young and for the old
You might hear them in the distance
If your ear's to the ground
I can feel there's better days
Well, they're comin', they're comin'
I can see them through the haze
So can you
Oo, oo, oo
Watership Down, gather around
There's a story to be told
It's for the young and for the old
You might hear them in the distance
If your ear's to the ground
Whisper it loud, carry the sound
Of the footsteps alone
When they're heading for home
Through the raining of the dangers
And the grayness of the dawn.
I can feel there's better days
Well, they're comin', they're comin'
I can see them through the haze
So can you
Oo, oo, oo, oo ...
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About this Song
Watership Down by America is a reflective and introspective song that takes inspiration from Richard Adams' novel of the same name. The song explores themes of adventure, survival, and the search for a safe haven. Set against a backdrop of pastoral imagery, the lyrics delve into the journey of overcoming obstacles and finding peace. The most poignant moments come from the vivid descriptions of the natural world and the underlying message of resilience and hope.
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