sebastianguilt, just because you think you have discovered "the truth" about this song does not mean that the rest of us cannot post here. After all, the question is "What does this song mean TO YOU?" The song may not have been written for "The Graduate", but it was reformulated for it, so there is nothing wrong with trying to draw connections between the two. To me, though, this song is brilliant in its ability to get people happy and singing when the lyrics are quite dark. If the song is about being in an institution, then the first verse ("We'd like to help you learn to help yourself") is quite mocking of the methods use to help people overcome problems, whether pertaining to alcohol, drug, or mental instability. In the same vein, the references to Jesus and Heaven are also sarcastic, poking fun at the institutions in this country that are supposed to help people, but instead are often corrupt and unhelpful. Finally, the references to "hiding" something is metaphorical, refering to keeping secrets rather than drugs or alcohol in the house. Simon suggests putting "it in your pantry with your cupcakes" as a riff on the people who pretend to be good and holy but who are only hiding behind the facade. It's about being someone you aren't and not being honest. I love this song. It's beautiful and timeless.
Mrs. Robinson could be about cannabis and how "Jesus loves you more than you will know" can refer to one of the most overseen gifts from God (like fruits and vegetables ready for us to pick and consume)he also gave us Mary Jane. So regardless if Mrs. Robinson is an alchoholic or in a mental institution or anything else, the song writer is trying to help her see the benifits of medicating (using cannabis) by explaining to her: " all you see around you are sympathetic eyes" . Meaning the other cannabis users (like simon and garfunkle). The part "...
Mrs. Robinson could be about cannabis and how "Jesus loves you more than you will know" can refer to one of the most overseen gifts from God (like fruits and vegetables ready for us to pick and consume)he also gave us Mary Jane. So regardless if Mrs. Robinson is an alchoholic or in a mental institution or anything else, the song writer is trying to help her see the benifits of medicating (using cannabis) by explaining to her: " all you see around you are sympathetic eyes" . Meaning the other cannabis users (like simon and garfunkle). The part " stroll around the grounds untill feel at home" is totally obvious if you smoke weed because thats how things go down when you first start. And weed like to help you help yourself is also totally obvious. what else can I say? feedback please. p.s. if you have ever made space cake you know what the part about "hiding weed brownies next to your cupcakes in the pantry but most of all hiding it from the kids." means peace love and amsterdam
sebastianguilt, just because you think you have discovered "the truth" about this song does not mean that the rest of us cannot post here. After all, the question is "What does this song mean TO YOU?" The song may not have been written for "The Graduate", but it was reformulated for it, so there is nothing wrong with trying to draw connections between the two. To me, though, this song is brilliant in its ability to get people happy and singing when the lyrics are quite dark. If the song is about being in an institution, then the first verse ("We'd like to help you learn to help yourself") is quite mocking of the methods use to help people overcome problems, whether pertaining to alcohol, drug, or mental instability. In the same vein, the references to Jesus and Heaven are also sarcastic, poking fun at the institutions in this country that are supposed to help people, but instead are often corrupt and unhelpful. Finally, the references to "hiding" something is metaphorical, refering to keeping secrets rather than drugs or alcohol in the house. Simon suggests putting "it in your pantry with your cupcakes" as a riff on the people who pretend to be good and holy but who are only hiding behind the facade. It's about being someone you aren't and not being honest. I love this song. It's beautiful and timeless.
Mrs. Robinson could be about cannabis and how "Jesus loves you more than you will know" can refer to one of the most overseen gifts from God (like fruits and vegetables ready for us to pick and consume)he also gave us Mary Jane. So regardless if Mrs. Robinson is an alchoholic or in a mental institution or anything else, the song writer is trying to help her see the benifits of medicating (using cannabis) by explaining to her: " all you see around you are sympathetic eyes" . Meaning the other cannabis users (like simon and garfunkle). The part "...
Mrs. Robinson could be about cannabis and how "Jesus loves you more than you will know" can refer to one of the most overseen gifts from God (like fruits and vegetables ready for us to pick and consume)he also gave us Mary Jane. So regardless if Mrs. Robinson is an alchoholic or in a mental institution or anything else, the song writer is trying to help her see the benifits of medicating (using cannabis) by explaining to her: " all you see around you are sympathetic eyes" . Meaning the other cannabis users (like simon and garfunkle). The part " stroll around the grounds untill feel at home" is totally obvious if you smoke weed because thats how things go down when you first start. And weed like to help you help yourself is also totally obvious. what else can I say? feedback please. p.s. if you have ever made space cake you know what the part about "hiding weed brownies next to your cupcakes in the pantry but most of all hiding it from the kids." means peace love and amsterdam