Back To The Future
Nic Raine/City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Lyrics
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I'm leaving today
I want to be a part of it
New York, New York
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
Right through the very heart of it
New York, New York
I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
These little town blues are melting away
I'll 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, New York
I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
And find I'm a number one, top of the list
These little town blues are melting away
I'll 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
The song "New York, New York" is an anthem to the city itself, encapsulating the dreams and aspirations of those who long to make it there. The lyrics express a sense of longing and desire to be a part of the excitement and energy of New York, and to conquer the challenges that lay ahead in order to succeed.
The opening lines, "Start spreading the news, I'm leaving today" immediately convey a sense of urgency and determination, with the singer eager to embark on a journey to pursue their dreams. The repetition of the phrase "New York, New York" throughout the song reinforces the idea of the city as a beacon of hope and possibility. The lyrics also touch on the struggles and hardships that come with trying to make it in such a competitive and challenging environment, as the singer declares "If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere."
Line by Line Meaning
Start spreading the news
Let everyone know that I'm about to leave.
I'm leaving today
I'm departing at this moment.
I want to be a part of it
I desire to be included in the exciting atmosphere.
New York, New York
The vibrant city that never sleeps.
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
My restless feet crave to wander aimlessly.
Right through the very heart of it
Straight into the pulse of the city.
I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
I yearn to arise in a bustling city that never stops.
And find I'm king of the hill, top of the heap
I aspire to dominate and excel above all else.
These little town blues are melting away
My previous sorrows and limitations will vanish in this new city.
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
I'll begin anew in this famous and historic city.
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
If I can succeed in this challenging city, I can succeed anywhere.
It's up to you, New York, New York
It's all in your hands, big city.
New York, New York, New York
Repeat emphasis on the lively metropolis.
I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
Continued longing to arise in an always active city.
And find I'm a number one, top of the list
Another declaration of aspiring greatness and prominence.
It's up to you, New York, New York, New York
Reinforcement of the city's power and influence.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL JOHN MONTGOMERY
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