Turtles All the Way Down
Sturgill Simpson
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I've seen Jesus play with flames in a lake of fire that I was standing in Met the devil in Seattle and spent 9 months inside the lion's den Met Buddha yet another time and he showed me a glowing light within But I swear that God is there every time I glare in the eyes of my best friend Says my son it's all been done and someday your gonna wake up old and gray So go and try to have some fun showing warmth to everyone You meet and greet and cheat along the way There's a gateway in our mind that leads somewhere out there beyond this plane Where reptile aliens made of light cut you open and pull out all your pain Tell me how you make illegal something that we all make in our brain Some say you might go crazy but then again it might make you go sane Every time I take a look inside inside that old and fabled book I'm blinded and reminded of the pain caused by some old man in the sky Marijuana, LSD, Psilocybin, and DMT They all changed the way I see But love's the only thing that ever saved my life So don't waste your mind on nursery rhymes Or fairy tales of blood and wine It's turtles all the way down the line So to each their own til' we go home To other realms our souls must roam To and through the myth that we all call space and time
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Written by: John Sturgill Simpson
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Turtles All the Way Down" was featured on Sturgill Simpson’s second studio album, "Metamodern Sounds in Country Music," which was released in 2014.
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SongwritingSturgill Simpson is the single songwriter of "Turtles All the Way Down." The song reflects his personal introspections and philosophies.
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GenreWhile Simpson's music generally falls into the country genre, "Turtles All the Way Down" reflects a distinct blend of country with psychedelic influences.
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Award Recognition"Turtles All the Way Down" won Best Country Song at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards in 2016.
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Song ThemeThe song delves into some profound topics like existentialism, drugs, and spirituality, and paints a complex picture of the human experience.
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Title OriginThe song title "Turtles All the Way Down" is derived from an apocryphal anecdote that describes the universe as being carried on the back of a giant turtle. When questioned what supports that turtle, it is suggested that it's "turtles all the way down."
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Critical AcclaimRolling Stone named "Turtles All the Way Down" as one of the 40 best country songs of 2014.
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Personal SignificanceSimpson has described this song as a summation of what he believes and thinks about life and the universe.
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VideoThe music video for "Turtles All the Way Down" was premiered on Conan O'Brien's website.
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Musical StyleSimpson's Neo-traditionalist country style is evident in "Turtles All the Way Down" which incorporates elements of rock and roll, blues, and soul.
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Lyric DepthDespite its country sound, Simpson's psychedelic lyrics address hallucinogens, religion, and cosmology, which makes it unique in the genre.
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ReceptionDespite its non-traditional approach and blending of styles, "Turtles All the Way Down" has achieved critical success and remains a favorite among Simpson's fans.
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