What is Primus's John the Fisherman really about? In this deep dive, we break down the meaning behind one of Primus's most iconic songs. From Les Claypool's quirky storytelling to the musical complexity and surreal lyrics, discover the symbolism, themes, and unique sound that made John the Fisherman a cult favorite. Whether you're a longtime Primus fan or just curious about their strange and brilliant songwriting, this video explains it all.
🔍 Topics covered: The story behind John the Fisherman Les Claypool’s early musical influences The song’s connection to Primus lore Hidden themes & lyrical meaning Musical style and instrumentation breakdown
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His mind would turn unto the waters
Always the focus of adolescent ridicule
He has no time for farmer's daughters
Alienated from the clique society
A lonely boy finds peace in fishing
His mother says "John this is not the way life's supposed to be"
"Don't you see the life that you are missing?"
And he says
When I grow up I want to be
One of the harvesters of the sea
I think before my days are done
I want to be a fisherman
Now years gone by we find a man that rules the sea
He sets out on a dark May morning
To bring his catch back to this small community
He doesn't see the danger dawning
Four hours up, oh the ocean swelled and swelled
The fog rolled in it started raining
"The starboard bow." "Oh my God we're going down!"
They do not hear his frantic mayday
And he says
When I grow up I want to be
One of the harvesters of the sea
I think before my days are done
I want to be a fisherman
"I'll live and die a fisherman"
Calling John the Fisherman
Calling John the Fisherman
We're calling John the Fisherman
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