Colin Hay：Meaning of Boy Boy Songmeaning

The song "Boy Boy" by Colin Hay is about a dog named Boy who was the singer's friend. The lyrics tell of Boy's personality and habits, such as his dislike of Italian men and his tendency to chase small children. The song ends with the line "Boy was a dog he was my friend, and in the end I lost him. Sail on, sail on then, my Boy friend", indicating that the dog had passed away. The song captures the bond between a person and their pet, and the sadness and loss that can come with losing that companion.