Lyric discussion by caitsith01 

Cover art for Summersong lyrics by Decemberists, The

Must say that I'm not all that enamoured with the new album either, but these lines:

"My girl, linen and curls Lips parting like a flag all unfurled"

are vintage Deceberists, wonderful.

I really like this song, it reminds me a little of 'The Bachelor and the Bride' for some reason.