Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Portland Town’ by A Hawk and a Hacksaw. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of A Hawk and a Hacksaw or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
I was born in Portlandtown
I was born in Portlandtown
Yes I was
Yes I was
Yes I was
I was married in Portlandtown
I was married in Portlandtown
Yes I was
Yes I was
Yes I was
I had children, 1, 2, 3
I had chilrden, 1, 2, 3
Yes I did
Yes I did
Yes I did
Jimmy and John and Frank make 3
Jimmy and John and Frank make 3
Yes they did
Yes they did
Yes they did
Sent my children off to war
Sent my children off to war
Yes they did
Yes they did
Yes they did
Killed my children, 1, 2, 3
Killed my children, 1, 2, 3
Yes they did
Yes they did
Yes they did
Murdered my children, 1, 2, 3
Murdered my children, 1, 2, 3
Yes they did
Yes they did
Yes they did
Ain’t gonna have no kids no more
Ain’t gonna have no kids no more
No I won’t
No I won’t
No I won’t