Hollywood
999 Lyrics


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So many people have opinions
But I don't care
They tell me about the millions
That just stand and stare
Don't you know that I feel so good
Don't you know that I feel alright

In Hollywood
Hollywood

Well we're staying at Le Parc
Or the Tropicana hotel
Well we're playing after dark
And it's as hot as hell
Here we are on Sunset Strip
Here we are at Ben Franks

In Hollywood
Hollywood

Have you heard about Bell Air
Have you heard about Bad air




In Hollywood
Hollywood

Overall Meaning

The song Hollywood by the band 999 is a classic rock and roll anthem that speaks to the experience of being a musician in the heart of the entertainment industry - Hollywood. The lyrics touch on the idea that despite the endless opinions of others and the vast crowds that make up the city's nightlife, the singer doesn't care because he feels happy and alive. The song is made up of two verses and a chorus that all reference different aspects of the Hollywood experience in different contexts.


The first verse begins by acknowledging that there are many people with varying opinions, but the singer doesn't care about them. This might be a nod to the many critics and influencers in the entertainment industry who continually share their opinions about performers and their work. In the second half of the verse, the singer makes a reference to the millions of people who stand and stare. This could be interpreted as a reference to the vast number of tourists and admirers who visit Hollywood each year, hoping to catch a glimpse of their favorite celebrities.


The second verse talks about the specific experiences of being a musician in Hollywood. The singer describes staying in two different hotels - Le Parc and the Tropicana - and playing after dark in the hot and exciting atmosphere of the city's entertainment venues. The mention of the Sunset Strip and Ben Franks (an iconic diner on Sunset Boulevard) suggests that the band is performing at some of the city's most legendary venues.


Overall, the song is a celebration of the energy and excitement of Hollywood, and the thrill of being a musician at the center of it all.


Line by Line Meaning

So many people have opinions
There are many individuals who hold their own subjective views and beliefs.


But I don't care
However, I am indifferent towards these opinions.


They tell me about the millions
They inform me about the vast number of people who simply watch and observe.


That just stand and stare
Who physically remain stationary and look on without taking action.


Don't you know that I feel so good
Do you not realize that I am filled with positive emotions?


Don't you know that I feel alright
Do you not know that the current situation is perfectly okay with me?


Well we're staying at Le Parc
At present, we are lodging at Le Parc hotel.


Or the Tropicana hotel
Alternatively, we are also residing at the Tropicana hotel.


Well we're playing after dark
We are performing musically after the sun has set.


And it's as hot as hell
The temperature is exceptionally high, to the point of being unbearable.


Here we are on Sunset Strip
At this moment, we are located on Sunset Strip.


Here we are at Ben Franks
Also, we are currently at Ben Franks diner.


Have you heard about Bell Air
Are you aware of the existence of Bell Air?


Have you heard about Bad air
Or, do you know about the unpleasant air conditions present in Hollywood?


In Hollywood
This is all happening in Hollywood.


Hollywood
This is the location where everything is taking place.




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