I think this song, despite the bright melodies and syncopated rhythms, is just exactly about what the title states: the monotony of some parts of life, that seem simply like we're all waiting for the grave with some semblance of meaning in between the cradle and the grave. Kottke likes to sing(when he does sing) about reality, and this song is no exception. As in all cases, the somewhat dreary subject of the lyrics is cloaked in brilliant solo guitar work...
I think this song, despite the bright melodies and syncopated rhythms, is just exactly about what the title states: the monotony of some parts of life, that seem simply like we're all waiting for the grave with some semblance of meaning in between the cradle and the grave. Kottke likes to sing(when he does sing) about reality, and this song is no exception. As in all cases, the somewhat dreary subject of the lyrics is cloaked in brilliant solo guitar work...