Lyric discussion by ulykim 

Cover art for Elijah lyrics by Mountain Goats, The

No, Crimeninja, that was a beautiful analysis. I also respect your curiosity and open-mindedness to things you don't subscribe to. After all, the gathering, expanding and understanding of knowledge is a respectable journey in itself. I also appreciate the break down of each part of the song. It helps people know the background knowledge and reveal how well-read JD really is. Kudos and keep it up!

P.S: I believe this to be one of the more elegant songs of tMG musically and lyrically, despite the tape-hissing in the background. The way he sings it is almost patient but resigned. The way his voice is on the verge of cracking gets me every time.