Downtown
Liam Scott-Smith Lyrics


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Every time I look at you, have to do a double take
'Cause you're a kaleidoscope of Kristofferson, Bob Dylan and John Wayne
Been swallowed by suburbia, it's got nothing left to give and I
Think that we both know this isn't how we wanna live, oh no

And I've been dreamin'
And I need a change of scenery
Take me downtown baby, hit the concrete
Pull me close and kiss in the street
Downtown baby, downtown baby, oh yeah
Only you can take me higher than high
I just wanna live 'til I die
Downtown baby, downtown baby

Hey ay, ay
Hey ay, ay

I'm blinded by the buzzin' lights and adolescent appetites
I'm singing K-Pop karaoke, thanking God no one here knows me
Laughing on a late-night bus, nightmares and angel dust
And I look at you and you know what, there's no one here but us

I've got a feeling
You're feeling like I'm feeling

Take me downtown baby, hit the concrete
Pull me close and kiss in the street
Downtown baby, downtown baby
Only you can take me higher than high
I just wanna live 'til I die
Downtown baby, downtown baby

Hey ay, ay (only you can take me higher)
Hey ay, ay
Hey ay, ay (only you can take me higher)
Hey ay, ay

And I don't wanna wake up alone
We got nowhere else to go

So, let's go

Only you can take me higher
Downtown baby, hit the concrete
Pull me close and kiss in the street
Downtown baby, downtown baby

Hey ay, ay
Hey ay, ay




Only you can take me higher (hey ay, ay)
Hey ay, ay

Overall Meaning

In Liam Scott-Smith's song "Downtown," the lyrics convey a sense of dissatisfaction with suburban life and a longing for a more exciting, vibrant experience. The line "Every time I look at you, have to do a double take" suggests that the singer is captivated by someone who embodies the spirit of iconic figures like Kris Kristofferson, Bob Dylan, and John Wayne, who are known for their individuality and rebellion against societal norms.


The reference to being "swallowed by suburbia" and its inability to provide fulfillment indicates a sense of being trapped in a monotonous and unfulfilling lifestyle. The line "I think that we both know this isn't how we wanna live" expresses a shared understanding between the singer and the subject of the song that they desire something more. The lyrics convey a desire for change, a need for a new environment or "a change of scenery" to break free from the confines of their current lives.


The chorus, with its repeated line "Take me downtown baby, hit the concrete," symbolizes a yearning to escape to a place of excitement, energy, and freedom. The mention of kissing in the street and the desire to live life to the fullest convey a sense of rebellion against convention and a desire to embrace spontaneity and passion.


Overall, "Downtown" is a song that explores the yearning for a more vibrant and fulfilling life beyond the confines of suburban monotony, with the chorus representing the desire to escape to a place where inhibitions can be shed and life can be lived to the fullest.


Line by Line Meaning

Every time I look at you, have to do a double take
Whenever I see you, I can't help but take a second look because you are a captivating combination of Kristofferson, Bob Dylan, and John Wayne.


'Cause you're a kaleidoscope of Kristofferson, Bob Dylan and John Wayne
You possess an array of qualities and characteristics resembling the diverse and iconic personas of Kristofferson, Bob Dylan, and John Wayne.


Been swallowed by suburbia, it's got nothing left to give and I
We have been consumed by the monotonous life of suburbia, which no longer offers us anything fulfilling or meaningful.


Think that we both know this isn't how we wanna live, oh no
Both of us are aware that this is not the lifestyle we desire and we long for something different.


And I've been dreamin'
I have been envisioning a different reality and longing for change.


And I need a change of scenery
I strongly desire to experience a different environment to break free from the current monotony.


Take me downtown baby, hit the concrete
Bring me to the vibrant city center, where the lively atmosphere of urban life awaits.


Pull me close and kiss in the street
Embrace me tightly and share a passionate kiss in the midst of the bustling city streets.


Only you can take me higher than high
It is only with you that I can experience an unparalleled sense of euphoria and reach the peak of bliss.


I just wanna live 'til I die
All I desire is to fully embrace and enjoy life until my last breath.


I'm blinded by the buzzin' lights and adolescent appetites
The dazzling city lights and the allure of youthful desires overwhelm and captivate me completely.


I'm singing K-Pop karaoke, thanking God no one here knows me
I find solace in singing K-Pop songs at karaoke, grateful that nobody in this unfamiliar environment recognizes me.


Laughing on a late-night bus, nightmares and angel dust
We find joy in sharing laughter on a late-night bus, amidst the mixture of unsettling fears and moments of euphoria.


And I look at you and you know what, there's no one here but us
When I gaze into your eyes, it becomes evident that in this moment, we are the only ones who truly matter in this bustling city.


I've got a feeling
I have a strong intuition or emotion.


You're feeling like I'm feeling
I sense that you are experiencing similar emotions or sensations as I am.


And I don't wanna wake up alone
I have no desire to face another day without you by my side.


We got nowhere else to go
We have no other destination or place to escape to.


So, let's go
Therefore, let us embark on this adventure or journey together.


Only you can take me higher
No one but you has the power to elevate me to greater heights of happiness and fulfillment.




Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Caitlyn Smith, Gordie Sampson, Simon Wilcox, Thomas Tawgs Salter, Tawgs Salter

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