Finale
Anthony Perkins Lyrics

Christmas bells are ringing
The holiday season is here and everyone is celebrating

How time flies
Time moves quickly and we can hardly keep up

When compassion dies
When people stop caring about each other and become selfish

No stocking, no candy canes
There is no holiday spirit and no joyful traditions

No gingerbread, no safety net
There is no comfort or security in these difficult times

No loose change, no change, no
There is no money or hope for a better future

'Cause Santa Claus ain't coming
There is no one to save us or bring us joy

No room at the Holiday Inn again
There is no space or shelter for those in need

Well, maybe next year or when
Hope for a better future that may be just out of reach

Eastern standard time
A specific moment in time to reflect on the past year

I can't believe a year went by so fast
The year passed quickly and it's surprising to look back on it

Time to see, what we have time to see
Let's take stock of what's important and cherish the time we have

Turn the projector on first shot roger
Let's start the show and see what Roger has made

With the fender guitar he just got out of hock
Roger has sold his car to get his prized guitar back

When he sold the car
Roger made a sacrifice to get what he wanted

That took him away and back
The car was both a burden and a means of escape for Roger

I found my song
I have discovered what is important to me and what I want to say

He found his song
Roger has found his own voice and artistic expression

If he could just find Mimi
Roger's happiness is incomplete without his love, Mimi

I tried you know I tried
I have done everything I can to find Mimi

Fade in on mark
The show begins to focus on Mark and his perspective

Who's still in the dark
Mark is still struggling to understand his place in the world

But he's got great footage
Mark has captured something valuable and significant on film

Which he's cut together
Mark has edited his footage to tell a powerful story

To screen tonight
Mark's film will be shown and shared with others tonight

In honor of Benny's wife
The screening is dedicated to the memory of Benny's late wife

Muffy, Alison
Possible names of the guests who will attend the screening

Pulling Benny out of the east village location
Benny has left his controversial past behind and is now respected in his new community

Then again, maybe we won't screen it tonight
There is uncertainty and doubt about whether the screening will actually take place

I wonder how Alison found out about Mimi?
Mark is curious about how people are connected and what they know

Maybe a bird told her or an angel
Mark muses that it could be divine intervention rather than coincidence or gossip

I had a little hunch you could use, a little 'flow
Mark thinks he has a tip or insight that could be helpful

Tutoring again? Negative
Angel is not doing any paid tutoring work at the moment

Back at you? No, no you, no
Angel is not asking for a favor or help in return

I rewired the ATM at the food emporium
Angel has rigged an ATM to give money to those in need

To provide an honorarium to anyone with the code
Users can access the money with a special code

The code, well
Angel can't or won't reveal the code to everyone, only trusted individuals

A N G E L
Angel's name is also the code to access the money

Yet robin hooding isn't the solution
While Angel's actions are noble, they don't address the deeper issues of poverty and inequality

The powers that be must be undermined
The system of oppression and injustice must be challenged and changed

Where they dwell in a small exclusive
The ruling class is hidden away and inaccessible to the common person

Gourmet institution
A place of luxury and privilege where only the wealthy can enjoy

Where we overcharge the wealthy, clientèle
Even when the rich are taken advantage of, they still maintain their power and privilege

Let's open up a restaurant in Santa Fe
A dream of starting a new life and business in a different place

With a private corner banquette in the back
The restaurant would have a special and exclusive spot for certain guests

We'll make it yet, we'll somehow get to Santa Fe
Despite the challenges and obstacles, there is still hope for a better future

But you'd miss New York before you could unpack
The city has a charm and allure that is hard to leave behind or forget

Mark, Roger, anyone? Help
Someone is in need of assistance or support

Maureen?
A person is looking for Maureen, a friend or acquaintance

It's Mimi, I can't get her up the stairs
Mimi is in a bad state and needs help to get to safety

No, she was huddled in the park in the dark
Mimi has been living on the streets and exposed to danger and suffering

And she was freezing and begged to come here
Mimi is in dire need of warmth and shelter

Over here, oh, god
Someone has found Mimi and is trying to help her

Got a light, I know you, you're shivering
Trying to comfort Mimi and keep her warm despite the circumstances

She's been living on the street
Mimi is homeless and cannot care for herself

We need some heat
Immediate medical attention and care is required for Mimi

I'm shivering
The cold and fear is affecting everyone involved

We can buy some wood and something to eat
Trying to provide some basic needs and necessities

I'm afraid she needs more than heat
Mimi's condition is serious and complicated

I heard that
Acknowledging the seriousness of Mimi's situation

Collins will call for a doctor, honey
Calling for medical assistance is a priority and must be done immediately

Don't waste your money on mimi, me, me
There may be doubts or conflicting opinions on how to handle Mimi's care and expenses

Hello-911? I'm on hold
Experiencing frustration and anxiety with the emergency services system

Cold, cold, would you light my candle
Trying to create a sense of comfort and human connection in the cold and dark

Yes, we'll, oh God, find a candle
There is hope and determination to improve the situation and find a solution

I should tell you
There is something important and personal I need to share

Benny wasn't any
Benny wasn't honest or straightforward with us

Shh, I know
Acknowledging that the truth is known and can be a difficult subject

I should tell you why I left
I have my own story and motivations for my actions

It wasn't, 'cause I didn't
I didn't leave because I wanted to or didn't care about you

I know, I should tell you
There is a sense of openness and honesty in this conversation

I love you
Expressing genuine and deep feelings for another person

Who do you think you are?
Challenging someone's authority or status

Leaving me alone with my guitar
Feeling abandoned or betrayed by someone important

Hold on there's something you
There is something important to share or show to this person

Should here
There is valuable information or insight to be gained

It isn't much but it took all year
The effort and sacrifice put into this information is significant and meaningful