In the City
Mama Kin Lyrics


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Much too young to be running around
So many places left to be found
Out in the streets the cool kids hang out
It′s just another night
Telling lies is your only disguise
Got shut out ain't no big surprise
Out in the cold there′s no way back in
They'll have their way with you

In the city
It ain't always what it seems to be
Ain′t looking pretty
Caught in between success and misery

Gotta stay tough if you wanna survive
Talk too much and you′re gonna die
The night's black but the vision is clear
You better make a stand
Hit by hit never givin′ up
Down for the count never gonna stop
Bring the pain it's a crazy game
The days are way too long

In the city
It ain′t always what it seems to be
Ain't looking pretty
Caught in between success and misery

Keep coming back for more
Though you never get it right
You dont know what′s in store
So slip into the night

In the city
It ain't always what it seems to be
Ain't looking pretty
Caught in between success and misery

It′s just another night, its just another night
In the city.

You Belong to Me

Can′t make up my mind pretty baby
'Cause you′re only seventeen
Got hit by a lighthing baby
And nothing's for free
Would you blame me if I try

When everybody is around
Don′t wanna say how I feel
Let's reach a higher ground
With me you′re safe and sound

You're the one I want baby, don't think twice
(You belong to me)
I know you feel the same, I can see it in your eyes
(It was meant to me)
′Cause you belong to me, oh yeah

It can be a secret
The thing is no one has to know
Be my backseat ballerina
Together we′ll drive all night long
Would you blame me if I try

When everybody is around
Don't wanna say how I feel
Let′s reach a higher ground
With me you're safe and sound

You′re the one I want baby, don't think twice
(You belong to me)
I know you feel the same, I can see it in your eyes
(It was meant to me)
′Cause you belong to me, oh yeah
(You belong to me)




I know you feel the same, I can see it in your eyes
(It was meant to be)

Overall Meaning

The song "In the City" by Mama Kin paints a picture of the harsh reality of life in the city for young people. The opening lines, "much too young to be running around, so many places left to be found," hint at the feeling of being trapped and needing to escape. The cool kids hang out in the streets, but the price of admission is telling lies and wearing a disguise. The city isn't always what it seems, and it's not looking pretty for those caught between success and misery.


The lyrics suggest that to survive in the city, one must stay tough, talk little, and be prepared for a crazy game of give and take. The night may be black, but the vision is clear - make a stand, never give up, and bring the pain if you have to. Keep coming back for more, even though you may never get it right, and slip into the night. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that the city is not what it seems, and it's hard to find your way between success and misery.


The song "You Belong to Me" seems to be about a young man who is drawn to a young woman who is only seventeen years old. He feels like he's been hit by lightning and can't make up his mind about how to approach her. He wants to keep their relationship a secret, but he also wants to drive around town with her all night long. The chorus repeats the sentiment that she belongs to him, and he can see in her eyes that she feels the same way. This song captures the excitement and uncertainty of young love and the thrill of the chase.


Line by Line Meaning

Much too young to be running around
Being young and naive in a big city can be overwhelming and dangerous.


So many places left to be found
The city is full of opportunities and adventures for those who are willing to explore.


Out in the streets the cool kids hang out
There are always people trying to belong to a group and get accepted, even if it means pretending to be someone else.


It's just another night
The city is always in constant motion, and every night brings new experiences and challenges.


Telling lies is your only disguise
People often have to pretend to be someone else to fit in and avoid rejection, even if it means lying.


Got shut out ain't no big surprise
It's easy to get excluded or rejected in a big city where there's a lot of competition for social status.


Out in the cold there’s no way back in
Once you get rejected or excluded from certain groups, it's hard to find a way back in and be accepted.


They'll have their way with you
In a city, people can easily take advantage of others who are vulnerable or inexperienced.


It ain't always what it seems to be
The city can be full of illusions and deception, and what looks good on the surface might not be so in reality.


Ain't looking pretty
Life in the city can be ugly and harsh, and people often have to endure hardships and struggles.


Caught in between success and misery
In a city, people are often stuck in between their dreams and the harsh reality of life, which can cause a lot of pain and confusion.


Gotta stay tough if you wanna survive
In a city, people have to be resilient and strong to overcome challenges and adversities.


Talk too much and you're gonna die
In a city, people have to be cautious with who they trust and what they say, as it can have consequences.


The night's black but the vision is clear
Despite the darkness and uncertainty of the night, people can have a clear understanding of their goals and aspirations.


You better make a stand
In a city, people have to be brave and stand up for themselves to achieve their goals and get what they want.


Hit by hit never givin' up
In a city, people often face setbacks and failures, but they have to keep pushing forward and never give up.


Down for the count never gonna stop
No matter how many times they get knocked down, people have to get back up and keep moving forward.


Bring the pain it's a crazy game
Life in the city can be brutal and unforgiving, and people have to be ready to face obstacles and challenges that might cause them pain and suffering.


The days are way too long
In a city, time passes quickly, but the days can feel long and exhausting due to the constant hustle and bustle.


Keep coming back for more
Despite the challenges and difficulties, people keep coming back to the city because of the opportunities and experiences it offers.


Though you never get it right
Even if people don't achieve their dreams or goals in the city, they keep trying because of the hope and excitement it holds.


You dont know what's in store
In a city, anything can happen, and people have to be ready for the unexpected and the unknown.


So slip into the night
Even if life in the city is hard, there's still beauty and magic in the night that people can enjoy and appreciate.


Can't make up my mind pretty baby
The singer is unsure about their feelings towards someone they care about.


'Cause you're only seventeen
The person the singer is interested in is much younger than them.


Got hit by a lighthing baby
The singer has fallen in love unexpectedly and passionately.


And nothing's for free
The singer knows that love comes with a price and can bring both joy and pain.


Would you blame me if I try
The singer is considering pursuing the person they're interested in despite the risks and challenges.


When everybody is around
The singer is hesitant to reveal their feelings in front of others who might judge or mock them.


Don’t wanna say how I feel
The singer is afraid of being vulnerable and exposing their emotions.


Let's reach a higher ground
The singer wants to escape the mundane reality and experience something more profound and meaningful with the person they care about.


With me, you're safe and sound
The singer promises to protect and take care of the person they love.


You're the one I want baby, don't think twice
The singer is sure about their feelings and wants the person they love to reciprocate.


I know you feel the same, I can see it in your eyes
The singer believes that the person they are interested in shares their feelings, based on their non-verbal cues and behaviors.


Cause you belong to me, oh yeah
The singer feels a strong sense of ownership and connection to the person they love, even though they are not in a relationship yet.


It can be a secret
The singer wants to keep their love affair hidden from others and enjoy it in privacy.


The thing is no one has to know
The singer values discretion and wants to protect the privacy of their love story.


Be my backseat ballerina
The singer wants to embark on a romantic adventure with their lover, driving around the city and dancing in the car.


Together we'll drive all night long
The singer wants to be with their lover every moment and discover the city and themselves in each other's company.


′Cause you belong to me, oh yeah
The singer reaffirms their conviction that they have a strong connection with the person they love and feel a strong sense of ownership towards them.


I know you feel the same, I can see it in your eyes
The singer is confident that the person they are interested in shares their feelings, based on their intuition and perception.


'Cause you belong to me, oh yeah
The singer reiterates their sense of ownership and belonging towards the person they love, emphasizing the exclusivity and intensity of their emotions.


It was meant to be
The singer believes that their love story is predestined and that the universe has brought them together for a reason.




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trazzzan99

Damn nice sound Great job guys :D

Rock M

Since I've learned of this band I've been dying for some new tunes. Love this album. Sounds like Paul Stanley when he could still sing and in a normal octave. Not that screaming shit.

Luk M Seven

Man, I love music of this band!

Luk M Seven

Still listening xD

Jack Galadriel

Amazing song and great band

iceman68lives

This band is killer ! where else would they be from but Sweden ! great song cool video ! they are working on a new album too! if you don't have"In the City" get it ! you won't regret it ! Rock On !

Dave Barton

Dude sounds A LOT like Paul Stanley!!

xkelo66x

Muy buena banda , lastima que hay 3 bandas con el mismo nombre!!!!

allen cranfill

Paul Stanley's voice!

Ferdinand Cesarano

Nowadays people are going crazy over the Struts, and rightfully so. But Mama Kin were every bit as good a decade ago.

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