SUNSET
Colors and the kids Lyrics
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On Highland and Sunset, doin' 85 on the top deck
See, step by step we're walking on stars
If you're looking for some action, you ain't gotta go that far now
Just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
Man, you know how it go down
Man, you know how it go down
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
Underground, any city I come in town
It's touchdown, Hail Mary, gettin' to the dough like Pillsbury
All night, don't feel worried
High up is where we will be
Nah, you ain't gotta feel guilty
Won't judge you, go on, be free
So pour what you want
Go head, roll what you want
Fuck what they say, somebody
Walkin' 'round here like they're somebody
Don't know what kind of day I had
With all this weight, couldn't hold my bag
Don't hold me back from my habits
Live a fast life for the magic
I'm just lookin' 'round for the baddest
Hollywood face with an ass from Dallas
Big-ass crib, nigga livin' in a palace
We rollin' out
And my hands on the wheel so tight, got a callus
Get so fabulous
With everybody here, only thing that matters
Now, Just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
Man, you know how it go down
Man, you know how it go down
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
And it's go time
I swear this feeling's like we're inches from the goal line
Now or never, better make your mind
Might hit her with a line like "what's your sign?"
Hit her with a glass of sparkling wine
Hit her on the ass, she might not mind
Actin' like a 10, look more like a 9, but
Don't be stuck up
Really, how could you not see us
Doing it big, it's obvious
You ain't gotta say much, 'cause
I know you're sick and tired, sick and tired of all that bullshit
Then don't be afraid, take a shot and bite the bullet
That's one in the hole
Can't get enough, need one or two more
Tell 'em catch up, they're running to slow
Out the gutter, I learned to bowl
And finally it's movie time to show them I play the role
Of a champion, you see the goal
Light shines bright, can't see the road
Now, just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
"Colors and the Kids" is a song by Cat Power, who is known for her unique style that mixes indie rock, folk, and blues elements. The song is about childhood memories and the innocent joy and adventures that come with it. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing for a simpler time, where everything was colorful and carefree.
The song opens with the description of the colors and sounds of childhood memories. The singer reflects on the happy moments spent with friends and family, playing and exploring the world around them. She sings, "Red, blue, green and gold / They're all colors that surround / We can see clearly now / The rain has gone."
As the song progresses, it becomes more introspective and melancholic. The singer reminisces about the past and how everything felt much simpler back then. She longs to be a kid again, carefree and innocent. The lyrics capture this sentiment as she sings, "All the songs we used to sing / They still linger in the wind / Goodbye, my love, goodbye / Thank you for everything."
Overall, "Colors and the Kids" is a bittersweet song that celebrates childhood and all the fond memories associated with it, while acknowledging the inevitable passage of time and loss of innocence.
Line by Line Meaning
Just picture me high up with my top down
Imagine me driving with my convertible top down, feeling free and high-spirited
On Highland and Sunset, doin' 85 on the top deck
I am speeding on the top floor of a road near Hollywood and having a great time
See, step by step we're walking on stars
We are so happy and confident that it feels like we are walking on the stars themselves
If you're looking for some action, you ain't gotta go that far now
You do not need to look far for excitement, as it is right here around us
Just picture me Hollywood living
Imagine me living a glamorous lifestyle in Hollywood
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Driving through the sunny, beautiful sunset scenery
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
Calm down and give me a moment to explain something
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
Let's wait until the sun sets before we do anything else
Man, you know how it go down
You already know what happens around here
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
I am an entertainer living in Highland who enjoys the nightlife
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
Things might get wild and crazy once the sun goes down
Underground, any city I come in town
No matter where I go, I always find underground activities and people to hang out with
It's touchdown, Hail Mary, gettin' to the dough like Pillsbury
I am making a lot of money quickly and easily, like a football touchdown or scoring big in Pillsbury dough products
All night, don't feel worried
I am out all night and not feeling stressed or anxious
High up is where we will be
We will be living the high life, both literally and figuratively
Nah, you ain't gotta feel guilty
You do not need to feel bad or guilty for enjoying the party and the lavish lifestyle
So pour what you want
Drink whatever you desire, without hesitation or judgment
Go head, roll what you want
Roll whatever you want to smoke or consume, without any moral or legal boundaries
Fuck what they say, somebody
Ignore what others say about you or how you live your life
Walkin' 'round here like they're somebody
Acting arrogant and entitled around others
Don't know what kind of day I had
Others do not understand or appreciate the kind of life I live on a daily basis
With all this weight, couldn't hold my bag
With all the burden and responsibility I have, I cannot carry any more stress or troubles
Don't hold me back from my habits
Do not try to control or restrain my lifestyle choices and behaviors
Live a fast life for the magic
I live a fast-paced and exciting life in order to experience its magical moments
I'm just lookin' 'round for the baddest
I am searching for the hottest and most attractive person to spend time with
Hollywood face with an ass from Dallas
A beautiful person with both Hollywood-style glamour and a Dallas-sized butt
Big-ass crib, nigga livin' in a palace
I live in a huge and luxurious mansion
We rollin' out
We are leaving now
And my hands on the wheel so tight, got a callus
I am driving so hard and fast that I am developing calluses on my hands from gripping the wheel so tightly
Get so fabulous
We look and feel fantastic and wonderful
With everybody here, only thing that matters
The most important thing is that we are all together and having a great time
And it's go time
It is time to act and do something
I swear this feeling's like we're inches from the goal line
We are so close to achieving our dreams and goals, we can almost taste it
Now or never, better make your mind
We need to decide now if we want to take this opportunity or not
Might hit her with a line like 'what's your sign?'
I might use a pick-up line like 'what is your astrological sign?' in order to impress and seduce a woman
Hit her with a glass of sparkling wine
I might offer her a drink of champagne to further flatter and charm her
Hit her on the ass, she might not mind
I might playfully slap her on the butt, and she may enjoy it
Actin' like a 10, look more like a 9, but
She is trying to seem like a perfect 10, but is really more like a 9 in appearance
Don't be stuck up
Do not be egotistical and unapproachable
Really, how could you not see us
How could anyone not notice our attractiveness and charisma?
Doing it big, it's obvious
We live life to the fullest and it is obvious to everyone around us
You ain't gotta say much, 'cause
You do not need to explain or justify your actions or decisions
I know you're sick and tired, sick and tired of all that bullshit
I understand that you are tired and frustrated with all the nonsense and negativity around us
Then don't be afraid, take a shot and bite the bullet
Do not be scared, take a risk and face the challenge with courage
That's one in the hole
I have accomplished one of my goals or tasks
Can't get enough, need one or two more
I am addicted to success and want to achieve even more goals
Tell 'em catch up, they're running to slow
Tell them to speed up, because they are not keeping up with our fast pace
Out the gutter, I learned to bowl
I have come from humble beginnings and learned to achieve success despite hardship
And finally it's movie time to show them I play the role
Now it is my turn to show everyone that I am the star of the show
Of a champion, you see the goal
I am a champion and my goals are clearly in sight
Light shines bright, can't see the road
My future is bright and full of potential, but I am unsure what the next steps on my path will be
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN COLLINS, EDWARD CAMERON, NED CAMERON
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