Sea-fever I must down to the seas again, to the lonely sea…
““ Sea-fever I must down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face, and a grey dawn breaking. I must down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied; And all I ask is a windy day with the white clouds flying, And the flung spray and the blown spume, and the sea-gulls crying. I must down to the seas again, to the vagrant gypsy life, To the gull's way and the whale's way where the wind's like a whetted knife; And all I ask is a merry yarn from a laughing fellow-rover And quiet sleep and a sweet dream when the long trick's over.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker longs for the freedom and adventure of the sea, seeking simple, elemental experiences.
In simple terms: A yearning for sea adventure and simple joy.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the call of adventure.
Themes
freedom
adventure
nature
longing
Mood
nostalgic
inspirational
Type
poetic
literary
When to use this quote
- travel
- creative writing
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
wanderlust
solitude
nature's rhythm
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the sea symbolize for you?
- How do you find balance between adventure and safety?
A Different Perspective
Sea life can be harsh and unpredictable.