Dancing in the Street
Isaac And The Soul Company Lyrics


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I'm just lying on the edge of the road
Crumbling into the distance
It's been a big night, I can find my way home
Saw you in the dark place, laughing at the light
Making jokes about the system

We're all going to the corner bar
See you in the morning if I don't make it that far
Either way it's been a real good time
Tired of trying to bring you back
Double back flip of the new glass tower downtown
Is that you they found? Is that your enemy?
Is that the friend you always meant to be?

I'm sorry for being easy
To wrap your head around
You were so angry at the laughing stock downtown
Stumbling zombie on the edge of the freeway
You call the police, they say they're on their way
But you can't pull over

We're all going to the corner bar
See you in the morning if I don't make it that far
Either way it's been a real good time
Tired of trying to bring you back
Double back flip of the new glass tower downtown
Is that you they found? Is that your enemy?
Is that the friend you always meant to be?

Mango dangling in the heat, plastic bag
Coconut in the street, plastic bag
I'm living in the median and I can see you drive by every day, plastic bag

I'd have done it differently, plastic bag
If I knew another way, plastic bag
I'm living in the median and I can see you drive by every day

We're all going to the corner bar
See you in the morning if I don't make it that far
Either way it's been a real good time
Tired of trying to bring you back
Double back flip of the new glass tower downtown
Is that you they found? Is that your enemy?
Is that the friend you always meant to be?





We're all going to the corner bar
See you in the morning if I don't make it that far

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Dancing In the Street" by Isaac And The Soul Company depict a surreal and introspective journey through the night, as the singer navigates through various emotions and experiences. The song opens with the image of lying on the edge of the road, feeling distant and disconnected. The singer reflects on a night filled with intensity and chaos, encountering someone in a dark place who mocks the established system and finds humor in the light.


As the narrative progresses, there is a sense of acceptance and resignation to the current circumstances. The mention of heading to the corner bar suggests seeking solace and connection with others, with a hint of uncertainty about reaching the destination. The singer acknowledges the temporary nature of moments and the struggle of trying to bring someone back or make sense of a changing urban landscape symbolized by the glass tower.


The verses delve deeper into themes of frustration, anger, and a yearning for understanding. The imagery of a stumbling zombie on the edge of the freeway and the futile attempt to seek help from the authorities highlight a sense of powerlessness and chaos. The mention of a plastic bag and a mango in the heat symbolize the fleeting nature of existence and the longing for a different path, suggesting a feeling of being trapped in a mundane routine.


The repetition of the chorus reinforces a sense of unity and shared experiences among individuals as they navigate through challenges and uncertainties. The closing lines evoke a sense of camaraderie and resilience, acknowledging the bittersweetness of life's moments and the fragility of human connections. Overall, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of urban life's complexities and the search for meaning and connection amidst chaos and confusion.




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Written by: John Watters

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