The Captain and the Kid
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I never used to miss the chance to climb up on his knee
And listen to the many tales of life upon the sea.
We'd go sailing back on Barkentines we'd talk of things he did
Tomorrow just a day away, for the Captain and the kid.
— Jimmy Buffett
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "I never used to miss the chance to climb up on his knee
And listen to the many tales of life upon the sea.
We'd go sailing back on Barkentines we'd talk of things he did
Tomorrow just a day away, for the Captain and the kid." in the context of "The Captain and the Kid" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "Jimmy Buffett" (Song lyrics, Down to Earth (1970))
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About Jimmy Buffett
James William "Jimmy" Buffett (December 25, 1946 – September 1, 2023) was a singer, songwriter, author, businessman, and movie producer. He is best known for his music, which often portrays an "island escapism" lifestyle.
About Jimmy Buffett
James William "Jimmy" Buffett (December 25, 1946 – September 1, 2023) was a singer, songwriter, author, businessman, and movie producer. He is best known for his music, which often portrays an "island escapism" lifestyle.
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