"Ocean Song" by Mary Hopkin is a contemplative song about the challenges of being alone and the need for a friend to help us through difficult times. The lyrics describe the feeling of being lost and disconnected from the world, unable to mend and forgive. The song acknowledges the struggle of trying to find a way out of the darkness and searching for a sign, a friend or wisdom to guide us. The metaphor of the ocean represents the vastness of life and the unknown. The lyrics suggest that we need companionship to navigate the challenges, to go to the end of the ocean. Friends can show us a different perspective, help us overcome obstacles, and give us the strength to carry on. The lines "If sorrow's spiral leaves you looking down, Calling like some madman on the sleeping town" illustrate the idea that when we are in pain, we may feel isolated and misunderstood. But instead of dwelling on the negative, we should focus on being kind to others by sharing our bread, helping those in need. The final lines suggest that the song's protagonist found a friend to help her reach the end of the ocean, to find a way out of the darkness.
