Eleanor Put Your Boots On
Franz Ferdinand Lyrics
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Kick the heels into the Brooklyn dirt
I know it isn't dignified to run
But if you run, you can run to the Coney Island rollercoaster
Ride to the highest point and leap across the filthy water
Leap until the Gulf Stream's brought you down
I could be there when you land
So Eleanor, take a Greenpoint three-point turn towards the hidden sun
You know you are so elegant when you run
Oh, if you run, you can run to that statue with the dictionary
Climb to her fingernail and leap
Yeah, take an atmospheric leap
And let the jet stream set you down
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
So Eleanor, put those boots back on
Put the boots back on and run
Run, come on over here, come on over here, come on over here
The lyrics of Franz Ferdinand's song "Eleanor Put Your Boots On" revolve around a playful and carefree conversation between two people, Eleanor and the singer. Eleanor is asked to put her boots back on and run away with the singer to a carefree and whimsical life that is far removed from the realities of the Brooklyn dirt. The singer encourages Eleanor to run to the Coney Island rollercoaster and the Gulf Stream where they could meet, and he could be there to catch her. The lyrics suggest that the two characters have a strong connection, and the singer believes he can offer Eleanor the escape she needs.
The song can be interpreted as a metaphor for escaping the monotony of everyday life and living in the moment. The lyrics encourage Eleanor to let go of her fears and worries, to take risks, and to embrace a sense of freedom. The song's upbeat rhythm underscores this idea of living life on one's own terms, with the playful and energetic guitar riffs evoking a sense of joy and excitement.
Line by Line Meaning
Eleanor, put those boots back on
Encouraging Eleanor to take action and put her boots back on
Kick the heels into the Brooklyn dirt
Urging Eleanor to kick her heels and start moving towards her goals
I know it isn't dignified to run
Acknowledging that running may not seem dignified, but is necessary to achieve her desires
But if you run, you can run to the Coney Island rollercoaster
Emphasizing the excitement of taking a risk and running towards adventure
Ride to the highest point and leap across the filthy water
Encouraging Eleanor to strive for the highest achievement and overcome obstacles
Leap until the Gulf Stream's brought you down
Pushing Eleanor to keep going and not stop until she has achieved everything she wants
I could be there when you land
Assuring Eleanor of support and companionship throughout her journey
So Eleanor, take a Greenpoint three-point turn towards the hidden sun
Advising Eleanor to change course if needed, towards something that is not immediately obvious
You know you are so elegant when you run
Celebrating Eleanor's elegance and grace even in moments of vulnerability or risk-taking
Oh, if you run, you can run to that statue with the dictionary
Encouraging Eleanor to pursue knowledge and enlightenment in her journey
Climb to her fingernail and leap
Urging Eleanor to climb to the very top and take a leap of faith
Yeah, take an atmospheric leap
Emphasizing the need for Eleanor to leap with courage and boldness
And let the jet stream set you down
Suggesting that Eleanor should trust her instincts and let life take her where she needs to go
Put the boots back on and run
Reiterating the importance of Eleanor taking action and pursuing her desires
Run, come on over here, come on over here, come on over here
Urging Eleanor to run towards the singer and embrace the possibilities ahead
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALEXANDER PAUL KAPRANOS HUNTLEY, NICHOLAS JOHN MCCARTHY, PAUL ROBERT THOMPSON, ROBERT HARDY
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@harrkur8786
Eleanor, put those boots back on
Kick the heels into the Brooklyn dirt
I know it isn't dignified to run
But if you run, you can run to the Coney Island rollercoaster
Ride to the highest point and leap across the filthy water
Leap until the Gulf Stream's brought you down
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
So Eleanor, take a Greenpoint three-point turn towards the hidden sun
You know you are so elegant when you run
Oh, if you run, you can run to that statue with the dictionary
Climb to her fingernail and leap
Yeah, take an atmospheric leap
And let the jet stream set you down
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
So Eleanor, put those boots back on
Put the boots back on and run
Run, come on over here, come on over here, come on over here
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@Vahrules
This is one of my favorite FF songs and this is the first time I've ever heard this version or seen this video...my life is a lie.
@CreepyMcSteezerson
I live in Brooklyn. A 30 minute walk to Coney Island. I feel special. With my boots on.
@mintymoon2337
I'm from Greenpoint, it's so bizarre to hear it in a song.
@AnarchistEskimo
The album version is pretty fantastic, but that banjo gets me every time :)
@Introspection70
This is exactly how I was imagining this video to be when I first heard the song! In fact, both arrangements are very suitabe. Very talanted, indeed.
@HIROKIYHIKING1
Asi me sentia haya por 2007, todos los dias estaba nublado, pero fue una de las mejores epocas de mi vida
@harrkur8786
Eleanor, put those boots back on
Kick the heels into the Brooklyn dirt
I know it isn't dignified to run
But if you run, you can run to the Coney Island rollercoaster
Ride to the highest point and leap across the filthy water
Leap until the Gulf Stream's brought you down
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
So Eleanor, take a Greenpoint three-point turn towards the hidden sun
You know you are so elegant when you run
Oh, if you run, you can run to that statue with the dictionary
Climb to her fingernail and leap
Yeah, take an atmospheric leap
And let the jet stream set you down
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
I could be there when you land
So Eleanor, put those boots back on
Put the boots back on and run
Run, come on over here, come on over here, come on over here
@mathiesonsterling4946
Love all the little details of Greenpoint in the art for this!
@endless_n1ght
está bien bonita la versión, debió estar en el álbum;(