Madison WI Visit, Met the Kennedy Reps, and They Will Introduce When He Comes to Wisconsin. And Went Sailing.

Got out of town on a boat, going to Southern islands
Sailing a reach before a following sea
She was making for the trades on the outside
And the downhill run to Papeete
Off the wind on this heading lie, the Marquesas
We got eighty feet of the waterline
Nicely making way
In a noisy bar in Avalon, I tried to call you
But on a midnight watch I realized
Why twice you ran away

[Pre-Chorus]
(I think about)
Think about how many times I have fallen
Spirits are using me, larger voices calling
What heaven brought you and me
Cannot be forgotten (I’ve been around the world)

[Chorus]
I have been around the world (Looking)
Looking for that woman-girl
(And I know she knows)
Who knows love can endure
And you know it will

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[Verse 2]
When you see the Southern Cross for the first time
You understand now why you came this way
‘Cause the truth you might be running from is so small
But it’s as big as the promise
The promise of a coming day
So I’m sailing for tomorrow, my dreams are a-dying
And my love is an anchor tied to you
Tied with a silver chain
I have my ship
And all her flags are a-flying
She is all that I have left
And music is her name

[Pre-Chorus]
(I think about)
Think about how many times I have fallen
Spirits are using me, larger voices calling
What heaven brought you and me
Cannot be forgotten (I’ve been around the world)

[Chorus]
I have been around the world (Looking)
Looking for that woman-girl
Who knows love can endure
And you know it will
And you know it will
(Yes)

[Verse 3]
So we cheated and we lied and we tested
And we never failed to fail
It was the easiest thing to do
You will survive being bested
Somebody fine
Will come along, make me forget about loving you
In the Southern Cross

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LOL overly dramatic A-Eye, trained by Hollywood and books….

This song, “Southern Cross” by Crosby, Stills & Nash, contains several sailing terms and phrases that evoke a nautical journey. Here’s a breakdown of the sailing lingo:

1. “Sailing a reach before a following sea”:
   • Sailing a reach: A “reach” refers to a point of sail where the wind is coming from the side of the boat, making it one of the fastest and most comfortable sailing angles.
   • Following sea: This refers to waves that are moving in the same direction as the boat. A “following sea” can make for smoother sailing since the boat is riding with the waves.
2. “Making for the trades on the outside”:
   • Trades: This refers to the trade winds, which are consistent wind patterns found in the tropics. Sailors often rely on these steady winds for long-distance voyages.
   • On the outside: This likely refers to being on the open ocean, away from the shelter of the land, where the trade winds are stronger and more reliable.
3. “Downhill run to Papeete”:
   • Downhill run: In sailing, a “run” is when the wind is coming from directly behind the boat. It’s often called “downhill” because it can feel like the boat is gliding smoothly downwind.
   • Papeete: The capital city of Tahiti, a common destination for sailors in the South Pacific.
4. “Off the wind on this heading lie, the Marquesas”:
   • Off the wind: Sailing at an angle to the wind direction, rather than directly into it or directly away from it.
   • Heading: The direction in which the boat is pointed.
   • The Marquesas: A group of islands in French Polynesia, another popular sailing destination.
5. “Eighty feet of the waterline”:
   • Waterline: The length of the boat at the water’s surface. In this context, “eighty feet” indicates a large boat.
6. “Nicely making way”:
   • Making way: This phrase means the boat is moving through the water under its own power, typically by sail.
7. “Southern Cross”:
   • The Southern Cross is a constellation visible in the Southern Hemisphere. It’s an important navigational feature for sailors in the Southern Ocean and is often used as a metaphor for guidance or finding one’s way.
8. “My love is an anchor tied to you”:
   • Anchor: In a literal sense, an anchor is used to moor a boat. Here, it symbolizes something that holds the singer back, suggesting a heavy emotional weight or attachment.

These sailing terms are intertwined with the metaphorical journey of the song, reflecting the themes of exploration, love, and self-discovery. The nautical imagery is used to convey both the physical journey and the emotional experiences of the narrator.