I don’t ever get too hung up on song “meaning.” One of my favorite song writers is Jay Farrar, and for the most part I just go along with him without asking too many questions, but in general his lyrics are beyond me.
Putting more thought into this line I hadn’t even determined which meaning of bastard he intends. Are we talking fatherless child, or more like, “you fucking bastard?” I suppose either doesn’t make much difference because the lyric is still pretty obscure.
I’ve never seen them live, but if they come through Minneapolis anytime soon I’ll be there.
I’ll see if my buddy has the Colin Meloy stuff, I’m sure I’ll like it.
@Uberbatman, I like the idea of linking mogul/valley. You obviously put some thought into your answer. Thank you!