"China Lake" song meaning?
I've read some clues about the meaning of "China Lake," including references to Desert Storm war preparations, or that China Lake is actually Lake Lida, MN (not the CA naval base). That would explain the Minnesota references, but not the pre-war theme.Who is Richard and what's got him depressed? Is the "shine" more than just bright water? What's up with the vendor selling streamers? I picture a nearly abandoned town with dry grass and a lake in the background. Are these just random images or is it about a specific time and place? The song has a quality that makes me listen a lot on long drives.
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I've read some clues about the meaning of "China Lake," including references to Desert Storm war preparations, or that China Lake is actually Lake Lida, MN (not the CA naval base). That would explain the Minnesota references, but not the pre-war theme.Who is Richard and what's got him depressed? Is the "shine" more than just bright water? What's up with the vendor selling streamers? I picture a nearly abandoned town with dry grass and a lake in the background. Are these just random images or is it about a specific time and place? The song has a quality that makes me listen a lot on long drives.
