Nautical Disaster
The Tragically Hip
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I had this dream where I relished the fray And the screaming filled my head all day It was as though I'd been spit here Settled in, into the pocket Of a lighthouse on some rocky socket Off the coast of France, dear One afternoon, four thousand men died in the water here And five hundred more were thrashing madly As parasites might, in your blood Now I was in a lifeboat designed for ten, ten only Anything that systematic would get you hated It's not a deal nor a test nor a love of something fated The selection was quick, the crew was picked in order And those left in the water Got kicked off our pant leg And we headed for home Then the dream ends when the phone rings "You doing all right?" He said, "It's out there most days and nights But only a fool would complain" Anyway, Susan, if you like Our conversation is as faint a sound in my memory As those fingernails scratching on my hull
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Written by: Gordon Downie, Gordon Sinclair, Johnny Fay, Paul Langlois, Robert Baker
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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11 facts about this song
Song Core Concept"Nautical Disaster" by The Tragically Hip is a song that tells the story of a nightmarish sea journey, giving the track its maritime title.
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Album PlacementThe song is part of The Tragically Hip's 1994 album "Day For Night", which is their fourth full-length album.
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Lead SingerThe song’s powerful lyrics were penned by the band's lead singer, Gordon Downie, who is known for his profound and poetic songwriting.
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InspirationThough not explicitly stated, some fans and critics believe the lyrics of "Nautical Disaster" may have been influenced by the 1944 sinking of the German battleship Tirpitz, which caused the deaths of approximately 1,000 sailors.
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Performance StyleThe band often blended "Nautical Disaster" with another of their songs, "New Orleans Is Sinking”, during live performances, even before it was officially released.
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Chart SuccessDespite its heavy topic, "Nautical Disaster" enjoyed chart success in Canada and is considered one of the band's most popular songs.
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MusicalityThe song is noted for its progressive structure and buildup, starting out slow and quiet before rising to an intense conclusion.
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LegacyToday, "Nautical Disaster" remains a staple in Canadian rock radio and is celebrated as an important piece in The Tragically Hip's discography.
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Recognition"Nautical Disaster" is regarded by fans and critics alike as one of Gord Downie’s best lyrical work, and it often cited as an example of his thought-provoking storytelling.
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Band’s PerceptionBassist Gord Sinclair in an interview noted that the band members thought of the song as a bit of a departure. They felt that it leaped ahead stylistically and narratively, indicating a new direction for them.
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InfluenceThe song's title was used as the name of a tribute album to The Tragically Hip called “Nautical Disaster: A Tribute to the Tragically Hip” released in 2020.
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