Lyric discussion by mercanfat 

A wonderful song about a conversation between a father and his son. The son is just beginning to realize the world and he is very unhappy to see the world as it is. The father is experienced so he tries to calm down his son. A wonderful piece of art.

Not sure if he meant suicide. Here is my take... How about his son is joining the army? It is 1970 when he recorded the song. Father is telling him to slow down on decision; you may survive war but your dreams will be tainted. Son is pushing back as all sons do.

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