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About this quote

What does it mean?
Banhart sings whimsically about a relationship and a child with unusual traits.
In plain terms
You made a baby with hooves after being with me.
What can you take from it?
Artistic expression can use absurd imagery for meaning.

Where it applies

  • song lyrics
  • creative writing
  • fantasy stories

Putting it to work

  • songwriting
  • creative expression

Questions to consider

  • What does this song represent?
  • How do artists use metaphor?

Another view

The meaning is obscure and open to interpretation.

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