I Am A Rock – English Lyrics

• By: Simon & Garfunkel

Lyrics & Translation

Learning a language is not just about vocabulary and grammar; it's about understanding the culture and emotions that shape the words. Simon & Garfunkel's "I Am A Rock" offers a poignant and poetic exploration of universal feelings of loneliness and self-preservation. Through its vivid imagery and straightforward declarations, this song provides a unique opportunity to delve into the nuances of English expression and metaphorical language, all while experiencing a classic piece of 1960s folk-rock.

[English]

A winter's day

In a deep and dark December

I am alone

Gazing from my window to the streets below

On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow

I am a rock I am an island

I've built walls

A fortress deep and mighty

That none may penetrate

I have no need of friendship, friendship causes pains

It's laughter and it's loving I disdain

I am a rock I am an island

Don't talk of love

Well I've heard the word before

It's sleeping in my memory

I won't disturb the slumber of feelings that have died

If I never loved I never would have cried

I am a rock I am an island

I have my books

And my poetry to protect me

I am shielded in my armor

Hiding in my room safe within my womb

I touch no one and no one touches me

I am a rock I am an island

And a rock feels no pain

And an island never cries

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