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“Down by the river, I shot my baby dead.” quote by Neil Young
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“Down by the river, I shot my baby dead.”

Neil Young

About This Quote

Source Song: “Down by the River” (1970)

The lyric describes a tragic act of shooting a baby, reflecting deep emotional turmoil and possibly metaphorical despair.

In simple terms: A tragic, shocking confession.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge darkness.

Themes

violence grief despair

Mood

somber intense

Type

poetic narrative

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • mental health awareness
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

trauma mental health artistic expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions does this evoke?
  • How does it relate to broader themes?
A Different Perspective

Interpretation may be symbolic, not literal.

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