Big Time
Hughes Glenn Lyrics
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I'm comin' after you
You know I have decided
Now what you gonna do?
I hear the police knocking and
I know just why they came
I see the full moon risin'
Stand in line with a hundred dollar bill
Like a runaway train 'till I've had my fill
Are you ready for the big time
Big time comin' up
Now the sun is shinin' but
I'm standin' on shaky ground
We'll be slippin' and slidin' and
you know where we can be found
Spend the day in bed drinkin' your champagne
I've got you in my head
Now ain't that a doggone shame
See you on the MTV
Now you paid the price
Are you talkin' to me?
Are you ready for the big time
I've got my mind made up
Are you ready for the big time
Big time comin' up
I can hear the backbeat grindin' down your spine
I can feel your body heat now, baby
It's your time
You know the way you move
You keep me up all night
You got something to prove
I see your name in lights
Stand in line with a hundred dollar bill
Like a runaway train 'till I've had my fill
Are you ready for the big time
Big time comin' up
Are you ready for the big time
I've got my mind made up
Are you ready for the big time
Big time comin' up
The song "Big Time" by Hughes Glenn is an upbeat rock song that centers on the theme of ambition and achieving success. In the opening lines, the singer declares his intention to go after what he wants, suggesting that he won't let anything stand in his way. He then hears the police knocking, which could imply that he's running away from something or someone, or that he's breaking the law. Regardless, he's undeterred and confident in his chances of success.
The song continues with a description of the singer's determination to make it big, using vivid imagery to set the scene. The lyrics mention a hundred-dollar bill, a runaway train, and slipping and sliding, evoking a sense of power and momentum. The singer also compares himself to a wolf howling at the full moon, suggesting that he's driven by primal instincts beyond his control. He then addresses a hypothetical person, asking if they're ready for the big time, before launching into the song's catchy chorus.
Overall, "Big Time" is a high-energy rock anthem that celebrates the thrill of pursuing success and seizing opportunities. The lyrics suggest that the singer is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals, whether that means running from the law or standing in line with a huge wad of cash. It's a song about going for broke and never looking back.
Line by Line Meaning
There's no use hidin'
You can't hide from me.
I'm comin' after you
I am going to chase you down.
You know I have decided
I've made up my mind about what I want.
Now what you gonna do?
How are you going to react to my pursuit?
I hear the police knocking and
I hear the authorities pursuing me, and
I know just why they came
I understand the reason for their arrival.
I see the full moon risin'
The night is creeping in, and
Now I guess you know my name
Now you likely understand who I am and why I'm here.
Stand in line with a hundred dollar bill
Wait your turn with cash in hand.
Like a runaway train 'till I've had my fill
I'll keep going at full speed until I've had enough.
Are you ready for the big time
Are you prepared for the life of fame and fortune?
Big time comin' up
A major event is on the horizon.
Now the sun is shinin' but
Although it is now daytime, and
I'm standin' on shaky ground
I am uneasy and uncertain about my current situation.
We'll be slippin' and slidin' and
We will be struggling and faltering, and
you know where we can be found
You know where to locate us in our time of trouble.
Spend the day in bed drinkin' your champagne
Take it easy, sipping luxurious beverages in bed all day.
I've got you in my head
You are constantly on my mind.
Now ain't that a doggone shame
Isn't it unfortunate that I can't stop thinking about you?
See you on the MTV
Your success will soon be recognized on national television.
Now you paid the price
You have suffered the consequences of your choices.
Are you talkin' to me?
Are you addressing me directly?
I've got my mind made up
I am committed to a certain course of action.
I can hear the backbeat grindin' down your spine
I can sense that the rhythm is affecting you physically.
I can feel your body heat now, baby
I am aware of your bodily presence and energy.
It's your time
This is your moment to shine and prove yourself.
You know the way you move
Your movements are memorable and impressive.
You keep me up all night
You are the reason I cannot rest or stop thinking.
You got something to prove
You are driven to demonstrate your worth or abilities.
I see your name in lights
I envision you achieving fame and success.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SEBASTIAN BARNABY ROBERTSON, MICHAEL ANGELO GARCIA, DAMEON SEAN HUGHES
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