When the Saints Go Marching in
Boston Pops Orchestra/John Williams Lyrics
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I'm leaving today
I want to be a part of it
New York, New York
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
Right through the very heart of it
New York, New York
I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
These little town blues are melting away
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
It's up to you, New York, New York
New York, New York, New York
I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
And find I'm a number one, top of the list
These little town blues are melting away
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
It's up to you, New York, New York, New York
The song "New York, New York" is an anthem that celebrates the city of New York and speaks about the dreams and aspirations of those who come to the city. The song is about a person who is leaving his old life behind and coming to New York to start anew. The lyrics talk about how the person is "longing to stray" and to be a part of the city that "never sleeps". The person also wants to make it big in the city and be "king of the hill, top of the heap". The lyrics are about the city's energy and how it inspires people to achieve their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Start spreading the news
I am excited and enthusiastic about sharing my thoughts.
I'm leaving today
I am departing from my current location.
I want to be a part of it
I desire inclusion and participation in something important.
New York, New York
The setting of the narrative is the city of New York, which is full of opportunity and excitement.
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
I have a strong desire to wander and explore new places.
Right through the very heart of it
I want to experience the most important aspects of the city.
New York, New York
The city of New York is an important and recurring theme of the song.
I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
I want to live in a city that is active and busy around the clock.
And find I'm king of the hill, top of the heap
I want to feel important and successful, rising above my competition.
These little town blues are melting away
My feelings of insignificance and boredom are disappearing as I become immersed in the energy of the city.
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
I am free to begin a new chapter of my life in the historical and vibrant city of New York.
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
If I am able to succeed in New York, I will be able to succeed anywhere in the world.
It's up to you, New York, New York
The success of my endeavors in New York is largely determined by the city itself.
New York, New York, New York
The importance and impact of New York is emphasized by repeating the name of the city.
I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
I desire to live in a city that is always active, with something to do or someone to meet at any time of day.
And find I'm a number one, top of the list
I want to be the best and most successful, achieving recognition and respect from others.
These little town blues are melting away
My feelings of monotony and boredom are disappearing as I become a part of the vibrant city culture.
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
I am free to create a new beginning for myself in the historically rich city of New York.
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
My success in New York will prove that I am capable of achieving great things in any location.
It's up to you, New York, New York, New York
The degree of success that I am able to attain in New York is largely determined by the opportunities and challenges provided by the city.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL JOHN MONTGOMERY
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