New Shoes
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Woke up cold one Tuesday
I'm looking tired and feeling quite sick
I felt like there was something missing in my day to day life
So I quickly opened the wardrobe
Pulled out some jeans and a t-shirt that seemed clean
Topped it off with a pair of old shoes
That were ripped around the seams
And I thought these shoes just don't suit me

Hey, I put some new shoes on
And suddenly everything is right
I said, hey I put some new shoes on
And everybody's smiling, it's so inviting
Oh short on money but long on time
Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine
And I'm running late and I don't need an excuse
'Cause I'm wearing my brand new shoes

Woke up late one Thursday
And I'm seeing stars as I'm rubbing my eyes and I
Felt like there were two days missing
As I focused on the time
And I made my way to the kitchen
But I had to stop from the shock of what
I found a room full of all my friends all are dancing round and round
And I thought hello new shoes
Bye bye blues

Hey, I put some new shoes on
And suddenly everything is right
I said, hey I put some new shoes on
And everybody's smiling, it's so inviting
Oh short on money but long on time
Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine
And I'm running late and I don't need an excuse
'Cause I'm wearing my brand new shoes

Take me wandering through these streets
Where bright lights and angels meet
Stone to stone they take me on
I'm walking to the break of dawn
Take me wandering through these streets
Where bright lights and angels meet
Stone to stone they take me on
I'm walking to the break of dawn

Hey, I put some new shoes on
And suddenly everything is right
I said, hey I put some new shoes on
And everybody's smiling, it's so inviting
Oh short on money but long on time
Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine
And I'm running late and I don't need an excuse
'Cause I'm wearing my brand new shoes

Oh hey, I put some new shoes on
And suddenly everything is right
I said hey, I put some new shoes on
And everybody's smiling, it's so inviting
Oh short on money but long on time
Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine




And I'm running late and I don't need an excuse
'Cause I'm wearing my brand new shoes

Overall Meaning

The song New Shoes by Paolo Nutini narrates an experience in which the singer wakes up one day feeling incomplete and decides to change his look by putting on some new shoes. He then walks through the streets to the beat of the music and enjoys the sunshine while feeling confident and happy. The new shoes he wears seem to provide a mental transformation and a renewed energy within him as he walks the streets with the bright lights and angels surrounding him. The lyrics point to the shoes having a magical quality that lifts his spirits and changes his outlook on life. The chorus, "And suddenly everything is right", and "everybody's smiling, it's so inviting", captures how the shoes seem to bring a positive change, resulting in a new outlook on life.


One possible interpretation of this song is that it expresses the theme of transformation, where a small change in one's appearance can lead to a change in attitude and outlook. The song emphasizes the power and significance of shoes as a form of self-expression, with Nutini suggesting that new shoes can bring happiness and transform negative feelings into positive ones. The song also highlights the importance of living in the moment and celebrating life's moments of joy.


Line by Line Meaning

Woke up cold one Tuesday
I woke up feeling physically cold and emotionally distant on a Tuesday morning.


I'm looking tired and feeling quite sick
I appear exhausted and unwell, reflecting how I feel inside.


I felt like there was something missing in my day to day life
I sensed that my routine was empty and unfulfilling, lacking excitement and joy.


So I quickly opened the wardrobe
I urgently searched for a change that could lift my spirits and boost my confidence.


Pulled out some jeans and a t-shirt that seemed clean
I selected comfortable and familiar clothes that required no extra effort or thought.


Topped it off with a pair of old shoes
I completed my outfit with worn-out shoes that reflected my uninspired mood.


That were ripped around the seams
The shoes were visibly damaged and poorly maintained, further reflecting my negative state.


And I thought these shoes just don't suit me
I realized that my shoes were a poor fit for my current mindset and desired change.


Hey, I put some new shoes on
I made a conscious decision to try something new and different in my life.


And suddenly everything is right
This small change had a significant and positive impact on my overall mood and perspective.


And everybody's smiling, it's so inviting
Other people noticed and responded positively to this change, creating a friendly and inclusive atmosphere.


Oh short on money but long on time
Although I had limited financial resources, I had ample opportunities to enjoy simple pleasures and explore new experiences.


Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine
I savored the beauty and warmth of the natural environment, moving at a relaxed and comfortable pace.


And I'm running late and I don't need an excuse
Despite being behind schedule, I felt confident and happy with my choices, not needing to apologize or defend them.


'Cause I'm wearing my brand new shoes
I realized and expressed the power and importance of personal style and self-expression in influencing my mood and behavior.


Woke up late one Thursday
On another day, I slept in and felt disoriented and out of sync with my surroundings.


And I'm seeing stars as I'm rubbing my eyes and I
I experienced mild disorientation and confusion, trying to adjust my eyes and senses to the waking world.


Felt like there were two days missing
I felt like I had lost some time or events, not sure what had happened or what I had missed.


As I focused on the time
I became fixated on measuring and organizing my time, trying to regain a sense of control and direction.


And I made my way to the kitchen
I followed my routine and headed to the kitchen, seeking familiarity and stability.


But I had to stop from the shock of what
Something unexpected disrupted my routine and expectations, making me pause and reassess my situation.


I found a room full of all my friends all are dancing round and round
I discovered a joyful and lively gathering of people I knew, celebrating and enjoying themselves without a care in the world.


And I thought hello new shoes
I was reminded of the transformative power of small changes and the importance of embracing new experiences and opportunities.


Bye bye blues
I let go of my previous negative mood and perspective, surrendering to the positive energy and vibe around me.


Take me wandering through these streets
I want to explore and discover new things, wandering aimlessly yet purposefully in my environment.


Where bright lights and angels meet
I seek and embrace the beauty and grace in the world around me, seeing the divine in everything and everyone.


Stone to stone they take me on
I follow a path that is both hard and soft, rough and smooth, taking me on a journey of growth and discovery.


I'm walking to the break of dawn
I am moving towards the light and the future, facing and overcoming the darkness and the past.


Oh hey, I put some new shoes on
I remind myself and others of my personal power and choice to make small changes that can have a big impact on my life.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jim Duguid, Mathew William Benbrook, Matt Benbrook, Paolo Giovanni Nutini

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@wilden73

Woke up cold one Tuesday,
I'm looking tired and feeling quite sick,
I felt like there was something missing in my day to day life,
So I quickly opened the wardrobe,
Pulled out some jeans and a T-Shirt that seemed clean,
Topped it off with a pair of old shoes,
That were ripped around the seams,
And I thought these shoes just don't suit me.

[Chorus:]
Hey, I put some new shoes on,
And suddenly everything is right,
I said, hey, I put some new shoes on and everybody's smiling,
It's so inviting,
Oh, short on money,
But long on time,
Slowly strolling in the sweet sunshine,
And I'm running late,
And I don't need an excuse,
'Cause I'm wearing my brand new shoes.

Woke up late one Thursday,
And I'm seeing stars as I'm rubbing my eyes,
And I felt like there were two days missing,
As I focused on the time,
And I made my way to the kitchen,
But I had to stop from the shock of what I found,
A room full of all off my friends all dancing round and round,
And I thought hello new shoes,
Bye bye them blues.

[Chorus]

Take me wandering through these streets,
Where bright lights and angels meet,
Stone to stone they take me on,
I'm walking till' the break of dawn. [x2]

[Chorus x2]

Take me wandering through these streets



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@susaneaglin1252

I'm an old lady and this is my favorite favorite song Thank You Pablo

@PRAISEYESHUA1111

You were wearing your brand new shoes when you wrote this huh 😁

@zajec11

this tetris gameplay video has a nice soundtrack

@randymonster4105

my laptop can't handle how high resolution this video is.

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