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high times hard times
Newsies Lyrics
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High times, hard times
Sometimes the living is sweet
And sometimes there's nothing to eat
But I always land on my feet
So when there's dry times
I wait for high times and then
I put on my best
And I'm off to the races again!
My good friend the mayor, he called me today
He said all the voters are turning away
"Help me," he cried, "or they'll give me the axe!"
I said, "Your Honor, you've got to relax ..." Everybody!
ALL:
High times, hard times
Sometimes the living is sweet
And sometimes there's nothing to eat
But I always land on my feet
So when there's dry times
I wait for high times and then
I put on my best
And I stick out my chest
And I'm off to the races again!
MEDDA:
So your old lady don't love you no more
So you're afraid there's a wolf at your door
So you got street rats that scream in your ear
ALL:
You win some, you lose some, my dear!
Oh, high times, hard times
Sometimes the living is sweet
And sometimes there's nothing to eat
But I always land on my feet
So when there's dry times
I wait for high times and then
I put on my best
And I stick out my chest
And I'm off to the races again!
I put on my best
And I stick out my chest
And I'm off
And I'm off
And I'm off to the races again!
The song "High Times, Hard Times" by Newsies is sung by the character Medda and the Newsies. It is a song about the ups and downs of life, the struggles and hardships that come with it, but also the hope and resilience to keep going. Medda starts off the song by saying that sometimes life is sweet, and sometimes there is nothing to eat. But, no matter what the situation is, she always lands on her feet. She has learned to wait for the high times during the dry times and to put on her best and stick out her chest when she faces hardships. The song is about not giving up during tough times and to keep moving forward.
The song reflects the spirit and determination of the Newsies to fight for their rights and not give up, despite the trials they face. The song shows the extent of the struggles that the Newsies face in their day-to-day life, but also that they have each other and the friendly local Mama Medda to rely on. The chorus of the song is an anthem to resilience, with the Newsies joining in loudly and singing "high times, hard times" with Medda.
"High Times, Hard Times" is a song that reflects the enduring spirit of the Newsies and the determination to overcome adversity, and it is a highlight of the musical. The song shows that no matter how many struggles the Newsies face, they never give up, and they continue to fight for their rights.
Line by Line Meaning
High times, hard times
Life has its ups and downs
Sometimes the living is sweet
Sometimes life is easy and enjoyable
And sometimes there's nothing to eat
Other times there's struggle and hardship, such as not having enough to eat
But I always land on my feet
Despite challenges, I always manage to bounce back and overcome them
So when there's dry times
During times of struggle
I wait for high times and then
I look forward to and make the most of the good times that come after the difficult times
I put on my best
I dress up and present myself confidently and positively
And I stick out my chest
I stand tall and proud, keeping my head up
And I'm off to the races again!
I'm ready to tackle any new challenges that come my way
So your old lady don't love you no more
Your significant other may have left you
So you're afraid there's a wolf at your door
You're concerned about financial struggles or other looming problems
So you got street rats that scream in your ear
You have people in your life who bring negativity and doubt
You win some, you lose some, my dear!
Life is full of victories and defeats, but it's important to keep pushing forward
I put on my best, And I stick out my chest, And I'm off
I face challenges head on with confidence
And I'm off to the races again!
I'm always ready to tackle new challenges and persevere
Contributed by Adalyn B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.