London Bridge
Francis Sage Lyrics


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Oh
Oh!

La la la la London bridge la la la la London bridge London bridge is
London bridge is falling and the Tower of Pisa is leaning
The statue of liberty is green with envy
Penny for your thoughts penny for your lows
The clothes and dress codes tradition of false things
London bridge is falling
India's got salt on its coast
There's a tea party in Boston
London bridge is falling

Made us wood and clay that wouldn't stay
No matter how hard the people pray
The materials just washed away
They could have used rocks rocks don't bend or bow
But quite frankly they had too many enemies to stone
The empire the empire (state) the empire state is building
The Taj is on fire these chorus cats make a killing
Heathens bow down to the sirens
An emergency for bread and cheese
(they yell shut up and freeze?)
The earth shall inherit the meek
When Canada put up a fence cause their medicines so cheap
America's asleep (Yeah I'm snoring) and London bridge is

And London bridge is falling
I got the best seat in the house they hired me as a watchman
London bridge is falling India's got salt on its coast
There's a tea party in Boston, London bridge is falling

They made us stainless steel and wrought iron
That wall in china ain't so great I built a bridge over a hymen
It goes up to the sky and mother Mary is cryin'
My fair lady don't cry its gonna be alright!
Cause I'm alive, I'm alive and kickin'




Tea party in Boston tea party in Boston
London bridge is falling London bridge is falling

Overall Meaning

The song "London Bridge" by Francis Sage is a commentary on the decline and fall of various iconic sites and symbols around the world. It begins with the titular London Bridge falling and the Tower of Pisa leaning, indicating that even long-standing structures are not immune to change and destruction. The statue of liberty is described as green with envy, suggesting that even powerful symbols can be flawed and imperfect. The chorus repeats the phrase "London bridge is falling," emphasizing the theme of decay and loss.


The lyrics go on to reference a variety of other historical events and current issues, including India's salt industry, the Boston Tea Party, and the construction of the Empire State Building. The verse about building materials emphasizes the futility of resisting change or trying to cling to outdated methods. The line "They could have used rocks rocks don't bend or bow" suggests that it is important to adapt and evolve in order to survive.


Overall, "London Bridge" is a thought-provoking exploration of the ephemeral nature of human achievement and the importance of accepting change and moving forward.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh
Expression of surprise or shock.


Oh!
Further expression of surprise or shock.


La la la la London bridge la la la la London bridge
Repetition of the name of the famous London Bridge.


London bridge is
Acknowledgment of the existence of London Bridge.


London bridge is falling and the Tower of Pisa is leaning
Noting the falling state of London Bridge and the leaning state of the Tower of Pisa.


The statue of liberty is green with envy
Comically suggesting that the Statue of Liberty is envious of London Bridge.


Penny for your thoughts penny for your lows
Playing on the saying 'penny for your thoughts' to indicate the desire to know what someone is thinking or feeling.


The clothes and dress codes tradition of false things
Commenting on the tradition of dressing up in formal wear and suggesting that it is not a true reflection of one's character.


India's got salt on its coast
Mentioning the fact that India has a large coastline and salt production.


There's a tea party in Boston
Referencing the historical event of the Boston Tea Party.


London bridge is falling
Repeating the earlier statement about the falling state of London Bridge.


Made us wood and clay that wouldn't stay
Referring to the original construction of the bridge with materials that did not last.


No matter how hard the people pray
Suggesting that prayer did not help prevent the bridge from deteriorating.


The materials just washed away
Imagery of the materials being carried away by water or weather.


They could have used rocks rocks don't bend or bow
Suggesting that rocks would have been a better choice of material as they do not bend or bow.


But quite frankly they had too many enemies to stone
Humorous wordplay on the phrase 'stone to death' to suggest that enemies prevented the use of rocks in construction.


The empire the empire (state) the empire state is building
Drawing a parallel between London Bridge and the Empire State Building in New York City.


The Taj is on fire these chorus cats make a killing
Alluding to a tragic event at the Taj Mahal, with the chorus cats being opportunistic musicians making money from the situation.


Heathens bow down to the sirens
Comment on people being seduced or influenced by temptation.


An emergency for bread and cheese
Suggesting a desperate situation for food.


(they yell shut up and freeze?)
Possible interjection or spontaneous thought.


The earth shall inherit the meek
Allusion to a biblical passage about inheritance.


When Canada put up a fence cause their medicines so cheap
Satirical reference to the high cost of medicine in the United States compared to Canada.


America's asleep (Yeah I'm snoring) and London bridge is
Connecting the idea of America being unaware to the falling state of London Bridge.


And London bridge is falling
Restating the main theme.


I got the best seat in the house they hired me as a watchman
Humorous comment on being able to watch the bridge fall as part of a job.


India's got salt on its coast
Repetition of an earlier statement.


There's a tea party in Boston, London bridge is falling
Restating earlier themes.


They made us stainless steel and wrought iron
Referencing more modern building materials used in construction.


That wall in china ain't so great I built a bridge over a hymen
Political commentary with a crude joke.


It goes up to the sky and mother Mary is cryin'
Lyrically describing a massive or impressive bridge with the reference to a religious figure's sadness.


My fair lady don't cry its gonna be alright!
Playing off the title of a famous musical to comfort a person.


Cause I'm alive, I'm alive and kickin'
Affirmation of life and vitality.


Tea party in Boston tea party in Boston
Repetition of an earlier theme.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SAGE FRANCIS, CHRISTOPHER WALLA

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