Get in the Water Lyrics

At the conclusion of "Ruthlessness," Odysseus flees Poseidon with what remains of Aeolus' storm winds, rather than apologizing or confronting him; consequently, he is a coward for fleeing Poseidon, who has a legitimate cause to be furious and spiteful toward him. Poseidon wants Odysseus to suffer before dying. He forced Odysseus to witness the bulk of his troops drown in a tidal wave, and now he intends to get retribution when Odysseus' hopes are boosted. Could be an allusion to the following song, "600 strike." If Poseidon just let Odysseus to get away with what he has done so easy, he would be seen as weak, and people would have less of a trouble "disrespecting" him. For a deity, reputation is important; without it, they are nothing. Without a great reputation, gods get no praise or offerings, and their existence goes away. As an Olympian, Poseidon has one of the best reputations. Even although Poseidon does not want to injure Odysseus, he is obligated to do so because, as he puts it, "Ruthlessness is mercy upon ourselves." In Monster, Odysseus asks: "When a god comes down and causes a fleet to drown, is he scared that he is doing something wrong?" Or does he hold us in control, so we have to respect him, and no one dares to offend him?" Poseidon tortures Odysseus to keep them both in check and aware of their situation.

Poseidon has complete power over water, therefore if Ody goes in, Poseidon can kill him in less than a second. Poseidon recognizes that at this point, the only way to properly frighten Odysseus is to endanger his family. If Odysseus refuses, Poseidon will destroy everything he has fought to return to, rendering his journey and the changes he has made (becoming the "monster" he is now) pointless, forcing him to live with the guilt of his actions and the agony of nearly returning home only to have it destroyed in the end. Odysseus is stunned that this is occurring after years of attempting to return home only to have either him or everything he fought so hard to bring back perish. He is attempting to record Poseidon's threats. Odysseus is once again proved to be impotent in the face of the gods, and he is forced to plead. As in "The Horse and the Infant" and "Thunder Bringer."

POSEIDON makes a very similar threat as previously, but now he specifically mentions Odysseus' wife Penelope and son Telemachus, knowing that Odysseus is longing to return home and see his family. Odysseus had already shown his willingness to do anything for his family, so Posiden hopes to draw Ody into the river. Poseidon becomes more angry and begins yelling. This sentence might relate to Odysseus' "so long" life after wronging Poseidon (8 years, according to a subsequent passage).Odysseus blinded Poseidon's son, Polyphemus the cyclops, in "Remember Them." Jay is strongly influenced by video games, therefore this might potentially be a reference to "God of War 3" and how Kratos gouged Poseidon's eyes.This might be a play on "unless, of course, you apologize" from Ruthlessness. Odysseus doesn't seem to understand that an eternal sea deity cannot be fatigued.Between seeing Polyphemus and arriving in Ithaca, Odysseus spent one year with Circe and seven with Calypso, as well as months at sea and several other adventures. Rivera-Herrans has changed the chronology somewhat, maybe because his version of Odysseus did not remain with Circe for a full year.This relates to Poseidon's loss of his son Polyphemous and Ody's crewmates. Poseidon's remarks here are distorted, sluggish, and loud, similar to Zeus' phrases from "Thunder Bringer" in "God Games" while in Beast Mode. This is because Poseidon is executing his final maneuver, Shatter the Ocean.In the series' first song, "Ruthlessness," Poseidon repeats this verb while drowning 500 of Odysseus' men with their ship. This could be a reference to how in "Ruthlessness," when Poseidon tells Odysseus to apologize and Odysseus instead tries to make excuses and justify his actions, Poseidon responds with "The line between naivete and hopefulness is almost invisible."Close your heart, the world is dark, and kindness is ruthlessness. Die.

Song Info

• Title: Get in the Water
• Artist: Jorge Rivera-Herrans
• Featured Artist: Steven Rodriguez
• Album: EPIC: The Musical
• Release Date: October 31, 2024
• Genre: Pop, Musical
• Theme: Mythology, Conflict, Vengeance

Exploring the Meaning of Get in the Water by Jorge Rivera-Herrans

A Tense Showdown of Will and Power

"Get in the Water" represents the climactic confrontation between Odysseus and Poseidon, revealing the brutal extent of Poseidon's wrath as Odysseus nears his long-sought home, Ithaca. Poseidon, voiced by Steven Rodriguez, is relentless, taunting Odysseus with threats of drowning his loved ones and forcing him to choose between his life and his family’s safety. The song portrays Poseidon as an unyielding force, embodying the merciless nature of divine retribution in Greek mythology. Odysseus, however, challenges Poseidon's motives, exposing the weariness and loss that even the god of the sea experiences.

Technical Analysis

The production of "Get in the Water" combines dark, ominous melodies with sharp vocal exchanges to highlight the hostility between Poseidon and Odysseus. The song employs a mix of spoken word and aggressive sung lines, enhancing the tension and power struggle. The repetition of "Get in the water" functions almost as an incantation, building a sense of impending doom. This track stands out in *EPIC* for its raw intensity and powerful lyrical threats, which are enhanced by the growling depth in Poseidon's voice and the urgent pleas of Odysseus.

Similar Songs

The intense struggle and themes of vengeance in "Get in the Water" resonate with other songs that depict personal confrontations, power struggles, and the toll of enmity:

• "The Battle" by Harry Gregson-Williams (from *The Chronicles of Narnia*) – Captures the tension and grandeur of life-or-death battles.
• "No More" by Lin-Manuel Miranda (*Hamilton*) – Depicts a strained dialogue and conflict between friends on diverging paths.
• "Bring Me to Life" by Evanescence – The haunting intensity reflects emotional turmoil and desperation.
• "Savages" from *Pocahontas* – Shows the fierce divide and hostility between characters with conflicting goals.
• "The Mob Song" from *Beauty and the Beast* – Illustrates a rallying of collective anger and the ruthless pursuit of a target.

Comparisons to Previous Work

In *EPIC: The Musical*, "Get in the Water" is one of the most confrontational pieces, focusing on Odysseus’ psychological and emotional endurance. Earlier tracks like "Ruthlessness" establish Poseidon's antagonism, but this song intensifies it as he corners Odysseus, pushing him to his breaking point. The relentless repetition of threats from Poseidon mirrors the same harsh, unforgiving tone seen in "Monster" and "The Challenge," songs that test the protagonist’s resolve.

"Ruthlessness is mercy upon ourselves... Die."

– Poseidon, voiced by Steven Rodriguez Poseidon’s unrelenting stance underscores the themes of unforgiving gods and the harsh realities faced by mythological heroes.

Emotional Analysis

1. [POSEIDON] "I've been waiting for this moment..." - Anticipation, Vengeance
2. "Now get in the water or I'll raise the tide so high..." - Threat, Hostility
3. [ODYSSEUS] "Stop this, please" - Desperation, Fear
4. "I'll make tidal waves so profound..." - Ruthlessness, Cruelty
5. [ODYSSEUS] "Aren't you tired, Poseidon? ... Why not leave this here and just go home?" - Frustration, Hopelessness
6. [POSEIDON, spoken] "Ruthlessness is mercy upon ourselves... Die." - Finality, Mercilessness