Tokyo
♡ Danny Lyrics
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You lift me with your magic, new and old
I know your way but I don't understand it
Steel and stone, a thousand years of history and future
Kodachrome
Are lazy beam's creating this illusion
I can leave any day
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
Sleepless nights, my eyes are open
But I must be dreaming, you and I
We play it cool but underneath we're steaming
You can run you can hide
But this roller-coaster ride never stops
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
She's gonna do it to you, she's gonna do it to you
Ohh, I can leave any day
But you're always gonna stay on my mind
And you can run you can hide
But this roller-coaster ride never stops
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
The lyrics of Danny's song "Tokyo" evoke a mesmerizing and enigmatic aspect of the city that both enchants and perplexes the artist. The opening verses appear to describe the simultaneous sensations of feeling uplifted and overwhelmed by the city's energy and history. The juxtaposition of "warm and cold" and "magic, new and old" convey a sense of contrasts that exist within Tokyo, while the reference to "steel and stone, a thousand years of history and future" touch upon the complex layers of the city's identity. Throughout the song, there is a sense of being spellbound by the city's allure, yet also aware of its inscrutability.
The chorus of the song focuses on the "rhythm" of Tokyo, which it describes as being capable of "doing it to" anyone who experiences it. This could be interpreted in multiple ways - it could refer to the fast-paced lifestyle, the vibrant nightlife, or the unique culture and customs of Tokyo that can't be found anywhere else. The lyrics imply that Tokyo possesses a certain energy that is both irresistible and hard to comprehend. The final verse speaks of the "roller-coaster ride" that Tokyo represents, one that is both exhilarating and uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
Warm and cold, you grab me down
The contrasting feelings of comfort and discomfort that Tokyo gives me are overwhelming.
You lift me with your magic, new and old
Tokyo's unique blend of modernity and tradition has a powerful effect on me.
I know your way but I don't understand it
Although I am familiar with Tokyo, there are still many aspects of it that confuse and mystify me.
Steel and stone, a thousand years of history and future
Tokyo's past and present are intertwined in its architecture and culture, creating a complex tapestry of time.
Kodachrome
The vivid colors of Tokyo create a vivid, almost surreal, visual experience.
Are lazy beam's creating this illusion
The way the light falls on Tokyo's buildings can make it seem like a dreamlike or unreal place.
I can leave any day
Although I love Tokyo, I know that I could leave it behind if I had to.
But you're always gonna stay on my mind
Despite this, Tokyo will always hold a special place in my heart.
Sleepless nights, my eyes are open
The excitement and energy of Tokyo keeps me up at night, even when I am exhausted.
But I must be dreaming, you and I
Tokyo is so extraordinary that it can feel almost unreal at times.
We play it cool but underneath we're steaming
Despite our calm exteriors, both Tokyo and I are bursting with energy and passion.
You can run you can hide
No matter how hard I try, I cannot escape Tokyo's influence.
But this roller-coaster ride never stops
My experience of Tokyo is like a thrilling, never-ending amusement park ride.
Tokyo, you've got the rhythm in you
Tokyo is a city filled with pulsing energy and excitement.
High and low, she's gonna do it to you
No matter where you go or what you do in Tokyo, it will leave a lasting impact on you.
She's gonna do it to you, she's gonna do it to you
The experience of being in Tokyo is something that will stick with you forever.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JONAS VON DER BURG, ANOO FINN ANANDA BHAGAVAN, NICLAS VON DER BURG
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