The Marbled Godwit

by Bowerbirds · · Folk
Lyrics

Quick Answer — The Marbled Godwit Lyrics

[00:01.38] Great white puffs of lumbering buffalo [00:08.58] Blanket the fishbowl sky, and I am tired. [00:18.56] I sip my tea and sniff the ocean. [00:28.57] Not but an hour from now, I will be home.
Folk 2007 English

The Marbled Godwit Full Lyrics

Great white puffs of lumbering buffalo Blanket the fishbowl sky, and I am tired. I sip my tea and sniff the ocean. Not but an hour from now, I will be home. Swing me low, mark me a coward. The whims of the West must die. Here is the resting ground. Here is my smile, my pink little toes. (Bound to your oil machines) Death to the civilized. (Hoarding the land and sea) Death to the civilized. (Stolen through violent means) Death when all want masquerades as need. The marbled godwit line the coast. I grasp for my straw cap; I'm lashed to my brave little raft. The waves do toss this worthy vessel, Impress on my tiny brain This strange and dangerous beauty. I feel it's scale, I feel its industry., Making a flea of us And dusting us off And talks in a hush, A little disappointed. (Bound to your oil machines) Death to the civilized. (Hoarding the land and sea) Death to the civilized. (Stolen through violent means) Death when all want masquerades as need.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was "The Marbled Godwit" by Bowerbirds released?

"The Marbled Godwit" by Bowerbirds was released in 2007.

What genre is "The Marbled Godwit" by Bowerbirds?

"The Marbled Godwit" by Bowerbirds is a Folk song.

What are the opening lyrics of "The Marbled Godwit"?

The opening lyrics are: "[00:01.38] Great white puffs of lumbering buffalo"