After thirty seconds of a quasi-classical piano intro, "Captain Webb" introduces us to an underproduced Colin Meloy (Decemberists) soundalike that builds a nautical vibe. CFP weave tension through their second verse, both in the vocals and in the quickening then stopping backing guitar.

A guitar tremolo solo leads into a tempest of sound, with everything coming together to not only ease the tension but to invoke almost a stormy nautical image. Finally, the storm blows itself out on one last, final note, breathing a sigh of relief and giving a small sense of wonder towards the dense sound created during "Captain Webb"'s instrumental.