Buenos Aires
Julian Lloyd Webber & Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Lyrics


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EVA
What's new? Buenos Aires
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 wanna know what'cha gonna get in me
Just a little touch of star quality!

Fill me up with your heat with your noise,
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 a 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 wanna know what'cha 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.

CHE
What makes a city hum? Who gives it life? The descamisados, the shirtless ones, the laborers, the butchers, the dockers, the shuffling workers in the stockyard, in the factories and on the treadmill. Do these people have ambitions, views, opinions!
They will soon.

Don't you just love the smack of firm government? We all appreciate the invaluable support, order and purpose provided by the military to our constitution. It will soon be time for the military to be our constitution, say some, notably the military.

The gathering at the polo ground glitters. The Bentleys, the hampers from Harrods, the diamonds, the clothes, the procession of nannies from England and France. Who on earth, or in Argentina, would want to pull the rug out from under the polished feet of le cr??me of Buenos Aires society?

EVA
You're a tramp, you're a treat,
You will shine to the dead, 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 what'cha gonna get in me
Just a little touch of




Just a little touch of
Just a little touch of star quality!

Overall Meaning

The song Buenos Aires is from the musical Evita, which is based on the rise to power of Argentine political leader Eva Perón. The song is performed by Eva herself, as she arrives in Buenos Aires and is amazed by the city's energy and people. The song reflects Eva's ambition and desire for success.


The lyrics are full of references to the city's vibrant atmosphere, such as "Fill me up with your heat with your noise, with your dirt overdo me. Let me dance to your beat, make it loud, Let it hurt, run it through me." The phrase "Just a little touch of star quality!" speaks to Eva's confidence in her own abilities and her belief that she can rise to fame and success.


The song also includes a spoken interlude by the character Che, who questions the role of the working-class people who make the city run and comments on the corruption and inequities of Argentine politics. This serves as a counterpoint to Eva's celebratory song and highlights the social and political tensions of the time.


Overall, Buenos Aires is a powerful and dynamic song that captures both the excitement and complexity of Eva's story and the cultural context of Argentina in the mid-20th century.


Line by Line Meaning

What's new? Buenos Aires
Greeting the city of Buenos Aires and asking for anything new about the place.


I'm new'I wanna say I'm just a little stuck on you
Eva is new to Buenos Aires and admits that she is captivated by the city's charm.


You'll be on me too!
Eva expresses her desire to be a part of the city and its people.


I get out here, Buenos Aires
Eva has just arrived in Buenos Aires, excited to explore the city.


Stand back'you wanna know what'cha gonna get in me
Eva warns Buenos Aires to prepare for her star quality and presence.


Just a little touch of star quality!
Eva claims to possess a little bit of star quality that will light up Buenos Aires.


Fill me up with your heat with your noise,
Eva wants to be overwhelmed and engulfed by the energy and vibe of Buenos Aires.


With your dirt overdo me.
Eva wants to experience the raw and gritty side of Buenos Aires.


Let me dance to your beat, make it loud,
Eva wants to be part of Buenos Aires' rhythm and dance to its lively beat.


Let it hurt, run it through me.
Eva wants to feel the passion and pain in Buenos Aires' soul and culture.


Don't hold back you are certain to impress
Eva believes that Buenos Aires has the potential to impress her and the world.


Tell the driver this is where I'm staying.
Eva has found her new home in Buenos Aires.


Hello Buenos Aires
Eva greets Buenos Aires again with excitement.


Get this! Just look at me dressed up somewhere to go
Eva is excited to show off her fashionable dresses in Buenos Aires.


We'll put on a show.
Eva is confident that she and Buenos Aires will create an amazing spectacle together.


Take me in a your flood, give me speed,
Eva wants Buenos Aires to engulf her with its energy and accelerate her heart rate.


Give me lights, set me humming.
Eva wants Buenos Aires to light up her life and make her feel alive.


Shoot me up with your blood,
Eva wants to be infused with the blood and life force of Buenos Aires.


Wine me up with your nights, watch me coming
Eva wants Buenos Aires to intoxicate her with its nightlife and observe her star power.


All I want is a whole lot of excess
Eva craves the luxurious and indulgent side of Buenos Aires.


Tell the singer this is where I'm playing
Eva is claiming Buenos Aires as her stage and performance location.


Stand back Buenos Aires
Eva repeats her warning to Buenos Aires to prepare for her star quality and presence.


Because you wanna know what'cha gonna get in me
Eva reminds Buenos Aires that they will experience her star quality.


And if ever I go too far
Eva acknowledges that she may push the limits as a star performer in Buenos Aires.


It's because of the things you are
Eva attributes her success and excess to the inspiration and energy of Buenos Aires.


Beautiful town'I love you
Eva expresses her love and affection for Buenos Aires.


And if I need a moment's rest
Eva knows she can find peace and quiet in Buenos Aires when needed.


Give your lover the very best
Eva asks Buenos Aires to take care of her and those she loves.


Real eiderdown, and silence.
Eva requests the finest bedding and tranquility for her and her loved ones in Buenos Aires.


What makes a city hum? Who gives it life?
Che ponders the source of life and energy in a city like Buenos Aires.


The descamisados, the shirtless ones, the laborers, the butchers, the dockers, the shuffling workers in the stockyard, in the factories and on the treadmill.
Che lists the working class citizens who provide the labor and energy for Buenos Aires.


Do these people have ambitions, views, opinions! They will soon.
Che believes that the working class will soon begin to form their own ambitions, views, and opinions in Buenos Aires.


Don't you just love the smack of firm government?
Che sarcastically asks if people enjoy the feeling of a strong and dominant government.


We all appreciate the invaluable support, order and purpose provided by the military to our constitution.
Che acknowledges the military's role in providing order and structure to Buenos Aires society.


It will soon be time for the military to be our constitution, say some, notably the military.
Che criticizes the military's desire to become the constitution and ruling power of Buenos Aires.


The gathering at the polo ground glitters.
Che describes the luxurious and glamorous patrons at the polo ground in Buenos Aires.


The Bentleys, the hampers from Harrods, the diamonds, the clothes, the procession of nannies from England and France.
Che lists the extravagant items and people present at the polo ground.


Who on earth, or in Argentina, would want to pull the rug out from under the polished feet of le cr??me of Buenos Aires society?
Che wonders who would dare to challenge or threaten the elite and affluent citizens of Buenos Aires society.


You're a tramp, you're a treat,
Eva describes Buenos Aires as both wild and charming.


You will shine to the dead, you are shoddy.
Eva admits that Buenos Aires may not appear perfect or flawless but it still has a certain vibrancy and life to it.


But you're flesh, you are meat,
Eva acknowledges that Buenos Aires and its people are real and raw.


You shall have every breath in my body.
Eva promises to dedicate herself fully to Buenos Aires and its people.


Put me down for a lifetime of success
Eva commits to striving for success and achievement throughout her life.


Give me credit'I'll find ways of paying
Eva is confident in her abilities to achieve success and will pay whatever price necessary.


Rio de la Plata! Florida! Corrientes! Nueve de Julio!
Eva celebrates and names the iconic landmarks and streets of Buenos Aires.


All I want to know
Eva expresses her curiosity and eagerness to discover more about Buenos Aires.


Just a little touch of
Eva repeats the refrain, emphasizing her unique star quality that she will bring to Buenos Aires.


Just a little touch of star quality!
Eva repeats her claim that she will bring a touch of star quality to Buenos Aires.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, TIM RICE

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