"Off To Sea Once More" is a traditional folk sea shanty that was recorded by Jerry Garcia and David Grisman for their album "Shady Grove" in 1996. The song tells the story of a young sailor who arrives in Liverpool and indulges in a spree, spending all his money and getting drunk. He then narrates his encounters with women, including a woman named Angeline who steals his watch and money, leaving him stranded. The sailor meets a man named Rapper Brown, who reluctantly gives him a chance to join a whaling ship bound for the Arctic seas. However, the sailor regrets his decision as the harsh weather conditions and lack of proper gear make him wish for death. The song also mentions the hardships of the whaling trade, with some days yielding no catches and the constant toil of rowing the ship. The overall message of the song appears to caution sailors against the vices of drink and promiscuity, and to advocate for a stable family life instead of a life at sea. It advises sailors to avoid strong drinks, refrain from sleeping with prostitutes, and instead, settle down with a partner and enjoy a fulfilling domestic life. The song suggests that choosing a life on land with a family would be preferable to the hardships and dangers of a life at sea.
