Buenos Aires
Evita (Dutch Cast) Lyrics
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I'm new, I wanna say I'm just a little stuck on you
You'll be on me too
I get out here, Buenos Aires
Stand back, you oughta know whatcha gonna get in me
Just a little touch of star quality
With your dirt, overdo me
Let me dance to your beat, make it loud
Let it hurt, run it through me.
Don't hold back, you are certain to impress
Tell the driver this is where I'm staying
Hello, Buenos Aires
Get this, just look at me dressed up, somewhere to go
We'll put on a show
Take me in at your flood, give me speed
Give me lights, set me humming
Shoot me up with your blood, wine me up
With your nights, watch me coming
All I want is a whole lot of excess
Tell the singer this is where I'm playing
Stand back, Buenos Aires
Because you oughta know whatcha gonna get in me
Just a little touch of star quality
And if ever I go too far
It's because of the things you are
Beautiful town, I love you
And if I need a moment's rest
Give your lover the very best
Real eiderdown and silence.
You're a tramp, you're a treat
You will shine to the death, you are shoddy
But you're flesh, you are meat
You shall have every breath in my body
Put me down for a lifetime of success
Give me credit, I'll find ways of paying
Rio de la Plata
Florida, Corrientes, Nueve de Julio
All I want to know
Stand back, Buenos Aires
Because you oughta know whatcha gonna get in me
Just a little touch of
Just a little touch of
Just a little touch of star quality
The song "Buenos Aires" from the musical "Evita" is a celebration of the city of Buenos Aires, where Evita arrived as a teenage girl with big dreams of stardom. The lyrics convey a sense of excitement and anticipation as she arrives in the city and imagines all the possibilities that lie ahead. She is dazzled by the energy and vibrancy of the city and is eager to immerse herself in its culture and nightlife.
The song opens with the iconic line "What's new Buenos Aires?" which immediately sets the tone for the rest of the song. Evita is full of curiosity and wonder as she explores the city and meets new people. She acknowledges that she is "just a little stuck" on Buenos Aires and predicts that the city will have the same effect on her. She urges the city to "fill me up with your heat, with your noise, with your dirt" and promises to give back with her "touch of star quality."
Throughout the song, Evita embraces the excess and decadence of the city, relishing in its nightlife and allowing herself to be swept up in its rhythms. She knows that she may go too far at times, but attributes it to the influence of the city itself. Despite her love for Buenos Aires, she also acknowledges its flaws and contradictions, calling it "shoddy" and referencing the need for "real eiderdown and silence" to rest.
Overall, "Buenos Aires" is a celebration of the city that shaped Evita into the icon she became. It showcases her ambition, her passion, and her willingness to take risks and embrace life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
What's new Buenos Aires?
What is new and exciting in Buenos Aires?
I'm new, I wanna say I'm just a little stuck on you
I am new in Buenos Aires and I am intrigued by you.
You'll be on me too
I will become a part of Buenos Aires just as much as it becomes a part of me.
I get out here, Buenos Aires
I have arrived in Buenos Aires.
Stand back, you oughta know whatcha gonna get in me
Be prepared for what I have to offer.
Just a little touch of star quality
I bring a hint of stardom to Buenos Aires.
Fill me up with your heat, with your noise
Immerse me in the vibrant energy of Buenos Aires.
With your dirt, overdo me
Let me experience every aspect of Buenos Aires, even the rough parts.
Let me dance to your beat, make it loud
Allow me to fully embrace your music and rhythms.
Let it hurt, run it through me.
I want to feel everything Buenos Aires has to offer, even if it is painful or intense.
Don't hold back, you are certain to impress
Don't be afraid to show me everything, I am sure to be impressed.
Tell the driver this is where I'm staying
Let the driver know that I am here to stay in Buenos Aires.
Hello, Buenos Aires
Greetings, Buenos Aires.
Get this, just look at me dressed up, somewhere to go
Look at me, all dressed up and ready to experience everything Buenos Aires has to offer.
We'll put on a show
Together, we can create a memorable and entertaining experience.
Take me in at your flood, give me speed
Allow me to fully experience the energy and intensity of your city.
Give me lights, set me humming
I want to be immersed in the sights and sounds of Buenos Aires.
Shoot me up with your blood, wine me up
Let me experience the passion and excitement of Buenos Aires.
With your nights, watch me coming
Experience the excitement and energy that I bring to Buenos Aires.
All I want is a whole lot of excess
I am looking for a great deal of indulgence and excitement.
Tell the singer this is where I'm playing
Let the singer know that I am here and ready to experience the music of Buenos Aires.
Because you oughta know whatcha gonna get in me
Be prepared for what I have to offer.
And if ever I go too far
If I become too much or too intense.
It's because of the things you are
It is because of the incredible traits and atmosphere that Buenos Aires possesses.
Beautiful town, I love you
Buenos Aires, you are a truly beautiful city and I have a great deal of affection for you.
And if I need a moment's rest
Sometimes I need to take a break from the intensity of Buenos Aires.
Give your lover the very best
Provide only the very best for me and my loved ones.
Real eiderdown and silence.
A comfortable and peaceful place to rest.
You're a tramp, you're a treat
Buenos Aires, you have both rough and dazzling aspects.
You will shine to the death, you are shoddy
Buenos Aires, even in its darkest moments, still possesses something special and unique.
But you're flesh, you are meat
Buenos Aires is a living and breathing city with a lot of energy and passion.
You shall have every breath in my body
I will fully embrace and experience everything Buenos Aires has to offer.
Put me down for a lifetime of success
I am fully committed to a lifetime of success and excitement in Buenos Aires.
Give me credit, I'll find ways of paying
Allow me the opportunity to experience and enjoy Buenos Aires, and I will find ways to repay that experience.
Rio de la Plata
A reference to the river that runs through Buenos Aires.
Florida, Corrientes, Nueve de Julio
References to streets and avenues in Buenos Aires.
All I want to know
I am eager to learn and experience everything that Buenos Aires has to offer.
Just a little touch of
I bring a small but powerful touch of something special to Buenos Aires.
Just a little touch of
A repeated statement emphasizing the small but significant influence I have on Buenos Aires.
Just a little touch of star quality
The star quality that I bring to Buenos Aires, however small, is still significant and impactful.
Contributed by Jackson G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.