I agree with haxorchick. Its a beautiful and soothing song that I always listen to when I'm doing. The lyrics and the tune tell me, "Hey, everything will be okay."
The song deals is exactly what the title says it is - A Ragpicker's Dream. A poor and downtrodden guy dreams of living a quiet and comfortable life around christmas. The allusions to comfort, alcohol, a bar, and most importantly an 'associate' - a friend to take away his loneliness are all very touching. The visual imagery of food, drink and christmas make the song merry and make me happy when I listen to it.
At the same time, there is always a tinge of sadness throughout the song. The very fact that the song is a 'dream' for the ragpicker, and it is something which he aspires to have, but can never really hope to have it leads to this sadness.
I agree with haxorchick. Its a beautiful and soothing song that I always listen to when I'm doing. The lyrics and the tune tell me, "Hey, everything will be okay."
The song deals is exactly what the title says it is - A Ragpicker's Dream. A poor and downtrodden guy dreams of living a quiet and comfortable life around christmas. The allusions to comfort, alcohol, a bar, and most importantly an 'associate' - a friend to take away his loneliness are all very touching. The visual imagery of food, drink and christmas make the song merry and make me happy when I listen to it.
At the same time, there is always a tinge of sadness throughout the song. The very fact that the song is a 'dream' for the ragpicker, and it is something which he aspires to have, but can never really hope to have it leads to this sadness.