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just flow and take on their own rhythm because of the way the melody goes. And
of course, Paul Simon's lyrics are nothing short of spectacular, from the images
that they inspire to the way the words themselves sound, even when spoken.
Describing water as "troubled" sets up perfectly for the metaphor of a bridge
watching over it to make things better. With the bridge there, the water will never
be alone, and that is symbolic to the meaning being expressed to the person the
song is being sung to.
your eyes, I will dry them all", and "when evening falls so hard, I will comfort you".
Notice how the lines before the "bridge" is mentioned are describing the dark,
tough times that life can bring, which makes the impact of the lines "like a bridge
over troubled water, I will lay me down/I will ease your mind" even greater. To me,
this is one of the ultimate songs about commitment, loyalty, and love. It's what it
means to truly stand by someone no matter what, and the lyrics are powerful,
poetic, and emotional.
ultimate songwriter!
