I've been walking in the same way as I did
I have been living my life here in the same pattern.

Missing out the cracks in the pavement
Ignoring the low points in my life in this location.

And turning my heel and strutting my feet
Walking confidently and with a sense of purpose.

"Is there anything I can do for you dear?
Asking if there is anything they can do for me out of politeness.

Is there anyone I could call?"
Asking if I needed any help from anyone, like a friend or family member.

"No and thank you, please Madam
Politely declining the help offered.

I ain't lost, just wandering"
I am not lost, I am exploring.

'Round my hometown
Around where I come from.

Memories are fresh
I remember my experiences here vividly.

Ooh the people I've met
I have had the pleasure of meeting many great people.

Are the wonders of my world
These people are what makes life wonderful for me.

I like it in the city when the air is so thick and opaque
I enjoy the city, especially when it’s busy and full of life.

I love to see everybody in short skirts, shorts and shades
I like the fashion and style choices people make when the weather is warm.

I like it in the city when two worlds collide
I enjoy that the city brings people together from all walks of life.

You get the people and the government
The city consists of both the people and the governing body.

Everybody taking different sides
People all have different opinions and beliefs.

Shows that we ain't gonna stand shit
This represents the defiance that people have towards things they disagree with.

Shows that we are united
Despite differences, people can come together and stand as one.

'Round my hometown
Back in my hometown.

Ooh the people I've met yeah
I have met many wonderful people here in my hometown.

Are the wonders of my world
These people are the best part of my life.

Do-dily-di-da-da-da-da-day, yeah
Nonsensical sounds that express happiness and joy.

Do-dily-di-da-da-da-da-day, yeah
More nonsensical sounds reflecting the positive mood of the song.

Do-do-do-do-ohh-ohh, yeah
Represents the speaker’s excitement.

Yeah, yeah, hey, ay
Additional vocalizations adding to the captivating energy of the song.

Are the wonders of my world
These people in my hometown are what make my life good.

Are the wonders of my world
Emphasizing this point again, that the people are the best part.

Are the wonders of this world
Showing that this specific group of people in this place is special and unique.

Are the wonders of my world
Repeating for emphasis one more time that these people are important to me.

Of my world, yeah
These people in my hometown are what make my world special.

Of my world
Final emphasis that my hometown and its people play a significant role in my life.