this song has been out since ’04 but recently has become popular (“dance of the manatee” by fair to midland) been trying to figur out what it means…someone said something about manatees=mermaids (i understand how sailors way back used to mistake manatees for mermaids)….i’m not seeing the connection in the song. serious replies only please/no guessing…this question really only applies to those who have heard the song and listened to the lyrics. your help is appreciated!