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Into White

Cat Stevens

I built my house from barley rice

Green pepper walls and water ice

Tables of paper wood, windows of light

And everything emptying into White.

A simple garden, with acres of sky

A Brown-haired dogmouse

If one dropped by

Yellow Delanie would sleep well at night

With everything emptying into White.

A sad Blue eyed drummer rehearses outside

A Black spider dancing on top of his eye

Red legged chicken stands ready to strike

And everything emptying into White.

I built my house from barley rice

Green pepper walls and water ice...

And everything emptying into White

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Into White by Cat Stevens is a contemplative song that delves into themes of simplicity, nature, and purity. The song paints vivid pictures of pastoral scenes, transforming everyday objects into a dream-like state 'into white'. Cat Stevens uses this imagery to convey a sense of peace and tranquility, reflecting a longing for a simpler, more connected way of life. The repeated use of the color white symbolizes purity and serenity throughout the song. Key poignant moments include the verses where he describes everyday items like a 'hundred milkmen' and 'six white horses', emphasizing a whimsical, almost childlike perspective on the world.

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