New York
Nyhuëit Lyrics
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NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
AND IF IT'S REAL
YOU BE ON A ROLL
Uh uh aye yo
Come visit tha city
That don't never sleep
But hold tight to ya luggage
If you know what I mean
So stay up on ya feet
If you ain't tryna get beat
Cause we always
On tha move yo
Time iz money b
Quickly son
That's what tha fuck we do
Legends over there
In ya eye and pointin' view
The birthplace of Hip-Hop
Don't ever forget
Tryna be slick?
Cool it
You in tha big apple bitch
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
AND IF IT'S REAL
ONLY THEN WILL
YOU BE ON A ROLL
NEW-NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
AND IF IT'S REAL
ONLY THEN WILL
YOU BE ON A ROLL
NEW-NEW YORK
Nyhuëit's song New York is an ode to the famous city that never sleeps. The song opens with the repetitive line 'New York' which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The chorus 'And if it's real, only then will you be on a roll' suggests that in order to succeed in New York, you must be authentic and true to yourself. The rapper then urges his listeners to visit the city but also cautions them to hold onto their luggage to avoid being robbed. He warns that the city is always on the move, and if you're not careful, you'll get left behind.
The lyrics also mention that the city is the birthplace of Hip-hop and instructs the listener not to forget it. The line "Legends over there, in ya eye and pointin' view" could refer to the greats of Hip-hop music such as Nas, Jay-Z, and the Notorious B.I.G. who all hail from New York. The line "Cool it, You in tha big apple bitch" is a warning to people to not get carried away by New York's fast pace and to stay grounded.
Overall, New York is about the hustle and bustle of the city and the importance of staying true to yourself while navigating its unique energy and culture.
Line by Line Meaning
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name to emphasize its significance
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name to emphasize its significance
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name to emphasize its significance
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name to emphasize its significance
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name to emphasize its significance
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name to emphasize its significance
AND IF IT'S REAL
The city can be overwhelming, but its energy is only genuine if you experience it firsthand
ONLY THEN WILL
Only once you've experienced the true energy of the city
YOU BE ON A ROLL
Will you feel like you're really experiencing all that the city has to offer
Uh uh aye yo
A casual greeting to invite the listener to come to New York
Come visit tha city
An invitation to experience the city for oneself
That don't never sleep
New York City is always awake, with plenty to see and do
But hold tight to ya luggage
A warning to keep one's belongings close in a city with a high level of theft
If you know what I mean
A hint at the dangers of the city that locals are aware of
So stay up on ya feet
Be aware and alert while traversing the streets of the city
If you ain't tryna get beat
A warning to avoid appearing like an easy target for muggers or bullies
Cause we always
New Yorkers are always busy and constantly moving around the city
On tha move yo
A reference to the fast-paced lifestyle of the city
Time iz money b
The rapid pace is due to the city's focus on productivity and making money
Quickly son
Urging the listener to keep up with the speed of the city
That's what tha fuck we do
A confident and proud declaration of the city's ethos
Legends over there
The city is home to many great figures and cultural icons
In ya eye and pointin' view
Their influence can be felt and seen throughout the city
The birthplace of Hip-Hop
A reference to the defining cultural movement that originated in the Bronx
Don't ever forget
A reminder to appreciate and acknowledge the city's cultural significance
Tryna be slick?
A challenge to anyone who thinks they can outsmart the city
Cool it
Advice to not overthink or underestimate the city's energy
You in tha big apple bitch
Addressing the listener as a resident of the city, with all of its complexity and toughness
NEW-NEW YORK
An alternative and slightly updated way of referring to the city
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name, with a slight variation
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name, with a slight variation
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name, with a slight variation
NEW YORK
A repetition of the city's name, with a slight variation
AND IF IT'S REAL
A repetition of the earlier sentiment that experiencing the city's true energy is what makes it special
ONLY THEN WILL
A repetition of the earlier sentiment that experiencing the city's true energy is what makes it special
YOU BE ON A ROLL
A repetition of the earlier sentiment that experiencing the city's true energy is what makes it special
Writer(s): Thomastekno
Contributed by Caden I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.