New York City
– Emigrate Lyrics
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Mesmerize my nights
The sky scrapes on buildings sites
I'm feeling so alive
Whatever's clever
Whatever's clever will have to wait
The city's got it all
Culture clash and sidewalk trash
Don't look down you might fall
And now we just feel like energy
New York city will never sleep
And now we just feel like synergy
New York city it's the place to be
I'm gonna win
I'm gonna lose
I'm gonna chase it till the end
And if you're walking in my shoes
You're gonna make it or pretend
Whatever's clever
Whatever's clever will have to wait
And now we just feel like energy
New York city will never sleep
And now we just feel like synergy
New York city it's the place to be
The song "New York City" by Emigrate is a tribute to the bustling and diverse metropolis that is the most populous city in the United States. The lyrics paint a picture of the city's towering skyscrapers, bright lights, and the feeling of being alive amidst the chaos. The song is an anthem for chasing one's dreams and embracing the energy and excitement of New York City.
The opening lines of the song, "I'm lost in a world of lights, mesmerize my nights" are a nod to the city's never-ending bright lights, which inspired the nickname "The City That Never Sleeps". The chorus "And now we just feel like energy, New York City will never sleep" reinforces this idea.
The verse "Culture clash and sidewalk trash, don't look down you might fall" acknowledges the diverse mix of cultures, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds found in New York City, as well as the challenges and potential dangers of navigating its busy streets.
The song's message is one of tenacity and resilience, with the lyrics "I'm gonna win, I'm gonna lose, I'm gonna chase it till the end" emphasizing the importance of going after one's goals and dreams, despite the risks and obstacles.
Overall, "New York City" captures the essence of the city that has long been a symbol of American culture, ambition, and energy.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm lost in a world of lights
I am disoriented in a city full of bright lights
Mesmerize my nights
The lights captivate me at night
The sky scrapes on buildings sites
Tall buildings tower over the city skyline
I'm feeling so alive
The city makes me feel energized and alive
Whatever's clever
I will figure out a plan
Whatever's clever will have to wait
I will postpone making a decision until later
Thinking on the world at large
I am contemplative about the bigger picture
The city's got it all
The city offers everything
Culture clash and sidewalk trash
Diverse cultures coexist alongside littered sidewalks
Don't look down you might fall
Don't focus on negative aspects or you may feel overwhelmed
And now we just feel like energy
We have a sense of vigor and excitement
New York city will never sleep
The city is always active and bustling
And now we just feel like synergy
We feel a sense of harmony and cooperation
New York city it's the place to be
New York City is the ultimate destination
I'm gonna win
I will come out victorious
I'm gonna lose
I may face defeat
I'm gonna chase it till the end
I will persist until the end
And if you're walking in my shoes
If you were in my situation
You're gonna make it or pretend
You will either succeed or put up a façade
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Richard Z. Kruspe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I'm lost in the world of lights
Mesmerize my nights
The sky scrapes on building sites
So I'm feelin' so alive
Whatever's clever
Whatever's clever will have to wait...
Thinking on the world at large
The city's got it all
Culture clash and sidewalk trash
Don't look down you might fall
And now we just feel like energy!
New York city will never sleep!
And now we just feel like synergy!
New York city - it's the place to be!
I'm gonna win, I'm gonna lose
I'm gonna chase it till the end
And if you're walkin' in my shoes
You're gonna make it or pretend
Whatever's clever
Whatever's clever will have to wait
And now we just feel like energy!
New York city will never sleep!
And now we just feel like synergy!
New York city - it's the place to be!
And now we just feel like energy!
New York city will never sleep!
And now we just feel like synergy!
New York city - it's the place to be!
New York city - it's the place to be!
New York city - it's the place to be!
New York city - it's the place to be!
@vladdmitriev8416
😉Lyrics😉
I'm lost in a world of lights
Mesmerize my nights
The sky scrapes on buildings sites
I'm feeling so alive
Whatever's clever
Whatever's clever will have to wait
Thinking on the world at large
The city's got it all
Culture clash and sidewalk trash
Don't look down you might fall
And now we just feel like energy
New York city will never sleep
And now we just feel like synergy
New York city it's the place to be
I'm gonna win
I'm gonna lose
I'm gonna chase it till the end
And if you're walking in my shoes
You're gonna make it or pretend
Whatever's clever
Whatever's clever will have to wait
And now we just feel like energy
New York city will never sleep
And now we just feel like synergy
New York city it's the place to be
@kyleuhl1248
6 years later and this song still kicks ass. Still shows why he is my favorite member of Rammstein and my favorite guitar player of all time.
@oasis4ever718
He is the best and so gorgeous 😍 💗 💖
@andreadg5429
this song is 15 years old
@hollo455
@Andre ADG which further proves how good it is
@Ruslan_RZ
Спустя столько лет я слушаю Emigrate и совершенно не сожалею! Лучший из лучших просто, Рихард молодец держит планку. Всегда в Emigrate чувствуется какая-то необычная энергия. Тексты, музыка, аранжировка, клипы всё на достойном уровне!
@user-wk3bd4ju6j
Талантливый человек талантлив во всем! И Rammstein и сольный проект на высоте! Красавчик❤
@lauraswift2101
This Man is like a fine bottle of wine gets better with age.... 🍾😉
@jokingjoker4946
Bet on what?
@elizabethbryan6543
I totally agree with you!.😍 He's hot!
@fouzbucci9476
That makes me want to cry when I think that Richard could have quit Rammstein, he's a genius and a great artist, but he and Rammstein would not have been the same if he had done so. Being in Emigrate while staying in Rammstein is the best thing he did