Theme From New York New York
Luciano Pavarotti & Liza Minnelli Lyrics
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I am leaving today
I want to be a part of it
New York, New York
These vagabond shoes
They are longing to stray
Right through the very heart of it
I want to wake up in that city
That doesn't sleep
And find I'm king of the hill
Top of the heap
My little town blues
They are melting away
I gonna make a brand new start of it
In old New York
If I can make it there
I'll make it anywhere
It's up to you
New York, New York
New York, New York
I want to wake up in that city
That never sleeps
And find I'm king of the hill
Top of the list
Head of the heap
King of the hill
These are little town blues
They have all melted away
I am about to make a brand new start of it
Right there in old New York
And you bet [Incomprehensible] baby
If I can make it there
You know, I'm gonna make it just about anywhere
Come on, come through
New York, New York, New York
The song "New York, New York" by Luciano Pavarotti & Liza Minnelli is a classic that captures the spirit of New York City. The lyrics are about leaving behind the little town blues and the desire to make a brand new start in New York City. The line "Start spreading the news" is a call to action to let everyone know about the excitement and energy of this city. The singer is eager to be a part of it all and is confident that he will thrive and succeed in the metropolis.
The verse "I want to wake up in that city that doesn't sleep" is a nod to New York City's 24-hour bustle and the idea that anything can happen at any time. The singer longs to be at the top of the heap, which is a reference to the city's competitive nature and the desire to be the best. The chorus repeats the phrase "New York, New York" to emphasize the singer's love and admiration for the city.
Line by Line Meaning
Start spreading the news
Announcing that I'm leaving and going to explore new opportunities in New York.
I am leaving today
I'm saying goodbye to the previous ways of life and embarking on a new journey.
I want to be a part of it
I want to participate in what New York has to offer.
New York, New York
The exciting, vibrant city that I'm eager to experience.
These vagabond shoes
My adventurous spirit and eagerness to explore.
They are longing to stray
I have a strong urge to wander and explore beyond my comfort zone.
Right through the very heart of it
I want to experience all parts of the city and immerse myself in its culture and charm.
I want to wake up in that city
I want to live in and experience the everyday life of New York.
That doesn't sleep
The lively atmosphere and the city's constant activity.
And find I'm king of the hill
To succeed and excel in New York, achieving greatness and becoming someone recognized.
Top of the heap
To rise above the rest and be on top of the world.
My little town blues
I am ready to leave behind the negative aspects of my previous life in a small town.
They are melting away
As I transition into my new life, my old problems are disappearing.
I gonna make a brand new start of it
I'm going to start fresh and create a new life in New York.
In old New York
While creating a new life, I want to appreciate and embrace the charm of the city's history and traditions.
If I can make it there
If I can succeed and thrive in the challenging New York City environment.
I'll make it anywhere
I'll be able to succeed in any environment, as long as I can succeed in New York.
It's up to you
I need the support and guidance of everyone around me to succeed in New York.
New York, New York
The energetic and exciting city that's the only place I want to be.
And you bet [Incomprehensible] baby
I'm confident that I can achieve great things in New York.
Come on, come through
I'm calling on everyone to show their support and help me succeed in New York.
New York, New York, New York
The endlessly exciting and vibrant city that I'm eager to explore and thrive in.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Fred Ebb, John Kander
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SargeF
There isn’t many people who can stand up to Pavarotti in a duet. I guess Lizais one of them. BRAVO!
@millerforester6237
Celine Dion?
@ancamg
Liza has the same voice power and projection as an opera singer! What a talented lady!
@valdemagno
Judy Garland's and Vincent Minelli's daughter!!!!
@camilayanquiespejo5542
Aaaaa well.. here Pavarotti is singing popular, not opera.. so he is not singing with his real technique and projection..
@KajiVocals
She does not. Not at this stage. This is when her voice has already deteriorated.
@brianoh99
Surprised how powerful Liza is. Not opera, but nevertheless, compares well with the gr8 one. Better than the other rock-stars that I've seen with him. Maybe it's her signature song though.
@charliechilders6630
@Kaji everyone is always allowed to their personal opinion, however wrong, erroneous and mistaken it may be. This was performed in 1996 when Liza was only 50 years old and still somewhat still at her peak. ( Nope, she was not still in her 30's or 40's as when she had sang this song then, but she was still singing this song wonderfully and great as only she could do. While she was trying her very best to lovingly relax and encourage him, she purposely lowered and quieted her normal electrifying delivery so as to not to over power him. His performance is almost embarrassing because he obviously out of his league in this Broadway/show music but he technically sang this song very well. Liza voice did not begin to become shot until the early and the middle part of the 2000's. 🙄🤔😳
@MariaPerez-gb6tf
Un duo irrepetible. En estos tiempos de tanta mediocridad musical, es un placer oír a estas dos magníficas voces.
@ChristoAbrie
that quick recovery from the voice-break Liza had at 3:45, proves how proper vocal training can save a performance when your voice eventually does give in a little. it didn't throw-off the rest of her performance and she even laughed when it happened. There is beauty in imperfections.