My Dad sang this song to me back in the 70s. when it was bed time, I sang it to my son when he was little (my wife thought it was a bit gory... I said to "lighten up"). My son forward this to me. I didn't have any idea that anyone outside our family knew it. How neat!
It should be obvious from this summary that fox animal symbolism goes far beyond what we may see on the surface. On the contrary, the fox has an incredible amount of knowledge and wisdom to share with us if/when we are willing to be still for the teachings.
Immaculate shapeshifters and incredibly adaptable, the fox beckons us to not make too many waves but rather, adapt to our surroundings, blend into it, and use our surroundings (and circumstances) to our advantage.
The fox also a reminder that we must utilize all of our resources (seen and unseen) in order to accomplish our goals. Sometimes this means calling upon some unorthodox methods.
Furthermore, the fox is a sign to be mindful of our surroundings.
The fox encourages us to think outside of the box and use our intelligence in different, creative ways. The fox also brings us a message to try to approach our circumstances differently that we normally would. Be aware of some of our habits, and try a different angle of action.
In China, fox animal symbolism revolved around the afterlife. Lore has it that a fox sighting was thought to be a signal from the spirits of the deceased.
In Japan, the fox was considered one of the rain spirits, and a messenger of Inari the rice god. Here the fox also symbolizes longevity and protection from evil.
Fox animal symbolism takes a turn of intelligence in the Celtic realm as the Celts believed the fox to be a guide, and was honored for its wisdom. The Celts understood the fox knows the woods intimately, and they would rely upon the fox as their guide in the spirit world.
In Native American lore, fox animal symbolism deals with two interpretations. One perspective (Northern tribes) observes the fox as a wise and noble messenger. The other (Plains tribes) views the fox as a trickster playing pranks, or worse - luring one to demise.
It's a traditional song with several variations. Ives may have copyrighted a version, but he didn't write it. Folk singers in the fifties and sixties (Peter, Paul and Mary come to mind) copyrighted a lot of traditional material. Nice version of "The Weight."
I learned it originally from the singing of Odetta but later found it as "Old Daddy Fox" in John Runge's Book of Old English Lute Songs, I think. Used to sing it to my kid when she was a kid and there was a charming book illustrated by (Peter Spiers?). There is also here on YouTube a charming video with stuffed animals.
Wrong. The fox song is a traditional folk classic that dates back to way BEFORE 1957 when it was first publicly covered and popularized by an African-American singer, actress, guitarist, songwriter, and a human rights activist, often referred to as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement." An important figure in the American folk music revival of the 1950s and '60s, she was a formative influence on dozens of artists, including Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Janis Joplin. see wiki next posting...
Blugrass Picker's Tune Book' by Richard Matteson, the earliest version of this song appears to have been a Middle English poem, dating from the fifteenth century found in the British Museum...
Well unfortunately I won't be researching anything, I don't even like the song that much. It's people like you that have to ruin music by analyzing it. Nobody cares what it's about, ALL music is open to interpretation, it means whatever YOU think it means.
My Dad sang this song to me back in the 70s. when it was bed time, I sang it to my son when he was little (my wife thought it was a bit gory... I said to "lighten up"). My son forward this to me. I didn't have any idea that anyone outside our family knew it. How neat!
ImmortalAngel1993 1 year ago
i love the song but it's funny to see people rocking out to such a simple song that could be sung to kids
sethtwc 3 years ago
LOL. Take 2 chill pills and have a nice easter.
quinoacat 3 years ago
Spend some meditative time with the spirit of the fox - odds are you will be amazed at the powerful insight this regal creature has to offer you.
quinoacat 4 years ago
It should be obvious from this summary that fox animal symbolism goes far beyond what we may see on the surface. On the contrary, the fox has an incredible amount of knowledge and wisdom to share with us if/when we are willing to be still for the teachings.
quinoacat 4 years ago
Immaculate shapeshifters and incredibly adaptable, the fox beckons us to not make too many waves but rather, adapt to our surroundings, blend into it, and use our surroundings (and circumstances) to our advantage.
quinoacat 4 years ago
The fox also a reminder that we must utilize all of our resources (seen and unseen) in order to accomplish our goals. Sometimes this means calling upon some unorthodox methods.
Furthermore, the fox is a sign to be mindful of our surroundings.
quinoacat 4 years ago
The fox encourages us to think outside of the box and use our intelligence in different, creative ways. The fox also brings us a message to try to approach our circumstances differently that we normally would. Be aware of some of our habits, and try a different angle of action.
quinoacat 4 years ago
In China, fox animal symbolism revolved around the afterlife. Lore has it that a fox sighting was thought to be a signal from the spirits of the deceased.
quinoacat 4 years ago
In Japan, the fox was considered one of the rain spirits, and a messenger of Inari the rice god. Here the fox also symbolizes longevity and protection from evil.
quinoacat 4 years ago
Fox animal symbolism takes a turn of intelligence in the Celtic realm as the Celts believed the fox to be a guide, and was honored for its wisdom. The Celts understood the fox knows the woods intimately, and they would rely upon the fox as their guide in the spirit world.
quinoacat 4 years ago
In Native American lore, fox animal symbolism deals with two interpretations. One perspective (Northern tribes) observes the fox as a wise and noble messenger. The other (Plains tribes) views the fox as a trickster playing pranks, or worse - luring one to demise.
quinoacat 4 years ago
the song is actually called "The Old Gray Fox" and was written by Burl Ives...for future reference.
bigdjindustriez 4 years ago
It's a traditional song with several variations. Ives may have copyrighted a version, but he didn't write it. Folk singers in the fifties and sixties (Peter, Paul and Mary come to mind) copyrighted a lot of traditional material. Nice version of "The Weight."
davevanfunk 4 years ago
I learned it originally from the singing of Odetta but later found it as "Old Daddy Fox" in John Runge's Book of Old English Lute Songs, I think. Used to sing it to my kid when she was a kid and there was a charming book illustrated by (Peter Spiers?). There is also here on YouTube a charming video with stuffed animals.
jessyquedens 4 years ago
good reply jessyquedens...Odetta made if famous as one of her MANY accomplishments...
quinoacat 4 years ago
Wrong. The fox song is a traditional folk classic that dates back to way BEFORE 1957 when it was first publicly covered and popularized by an African-American singer, actress, guitarist, songwriter, and a human rights activist, often referred to as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement." An important figure in the American folk music revival of the 1950s and '60s, she was a formative influence on dozens of artists, including Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Janis Joplin. see wiki next posting...
quinoacat 4 years ago
Blugrass Picker's Tune Book' by Richard Matteson, the earliest version of this song appears to have been a Middle English poem, dating from the fifteenth century found in the British Museum...
quinoacat 4 years ago
It is also the subject of a picture book, The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night, by Peter Spier.
wikipedia is the place to start your research on this song.
quinoacat 4 years ago
Well unfortunately I won't be researching anything, I don't even like the song that much. It's people like you that have to ruin music by analyzing it. Nobody cares what it's about, ALL music is open to interpretation, it means whatever YOU think it means.
bigdjindustriez 4 years ago
I went to this concert as well. It was AMAZING!! I took a video from it too, Ode to a Butterfly. Check it out if you'd like.
lew928 5 years ago