Prologue
Orchestra And The Jets Lyrics
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Some folks dream of the wonders they'll do
Before their time on this planet is through
Some just don't have anything planned
They hide their hopes and their heads in the sand
Now I don't say who is wrong, who is right
But if by chance you are here for the night
Then all I need is an hour or two
We all dream a lot-- some are lucky, some are not
But if you think it, want it, dream it, then it's real
You are what you feel
But all that I say can be told another way
In the story of a boy whose dream came true
And he could be you
The lyrics of Orchestra's song "Prologue" tell the story of dreaming and the power of those dreams. The singer begins by acknowledging that some people dream of the great things they will do before they leave this earth, while others hide their hopes away. The singer doesn't judge which is better or worse, but tells the story of a dreamer, suggesting that it's possible for anyone to dream big and make those dreams become a reality.
The lyrics suggest that we all have the ability to dream, and that some of us are luckier than others in terms of being able to achieve our dreams. However, the underlying message is that if you can envision something, and you really want it, you can make it happen. The lyrics make it clear that what you think, feel, and dream is what ultimately defines you.
The song goes on to tell the story of a boy whose dream came true, suggesting that this could be anyone listening to the song. The power of dreaming is emphasized throughout the song, and the idea that anyone can achieve their dreams, no matter how far-fetched they may seem, is a central theme.
Overall, the lyrics of "Prologue" encourage listeners to dream big and not be afraid to pursue those dreams. The song suggests that the power to achieve greatness lies within each of us, as long as we are willing to dream and take action.
Line by Line Meaning
Some folks dream of the wonders they'll do
Some people have big dreams of things they want to accomplish in their lifetime
Before their time on this planet is through
Before they pass away
Some just don't have anything planned
Some people have no direction in life and no plans for their future
They hide their hopes and their heads in the sand
They suppress their aspirations and avoid thinking about them
Now I don't say who is wrong, who is right
I am not judging anyone's choices or decisions
But if by chance you are here for the night
If you are listening to this story right now
Then all I need is an hour or two
I only need a short amount of time to tell you this story
To tell the tale of a dreamer like you
To share the story of someone who had big dreams, just like you might have
We all dream a lot-- some are lucky, some are not
Everyone has dreams, but not everyone gets the opportunity to see them come true
But if you think it, want it, dream it, then it's real
If you can imagine something and desire it strongly enough, it can become a reality
You are what you feel
Your thoughts and emotions shape who you are
But all that I say can be told another way
This story has many possible interpretations
In the story of a boy whose dream came true
There is a tale of a young man who achieved his dreams
And he could be you
You could be the singer of this story, if you dare to follow your own dreams
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: THOMAS KITT, BRIAN YORKEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@s.g.7572
List of everything we learn in these first 9 minutes, without any exposition or dialogue:
- The names of the gangs (sidewalk paintings)
-The leaders and second-in-commands of the gangs (not their names, but through their prominence and the order in which they appear)
-The power dynamic (Jets are clearly more powerful than Sharks)
-The way they operate (Sharks are cleverer and bait the Jets into traps, Jets rely on strength and numbers)
-The reasons people are part of the gangs (the joy in all their movements and coordination speaks to the team spirit they exude)
-The respect the Jets hold in the community, vs the Sharks who are never shown being given anything (Jets get the basketball, people move for them on the sidewalk etc)
-The way their fights escalate (initially almost playful, dances, idle threats, then the more they interact, the more it builds up until it becomes an unchoreographed street brawl)
-The reason the Sharks exist (their musical motif, the sting at 2:17, is a slightly distorted version of the Jets' motif, representing how the Jets existed before there were any Puerto Rican immigrants in the neighbourhood, and then after being targeted the Sharks had to be formed for protection, hence they are a slightly different version of the Jets)
-Their immaturity (slightly more vague, but I'm just thinking about how things like the fruit interaction, the paint, the "Beat it!"s are so petty and childish, it really emphasises that these are kids playing at being tough, which then comes back in "Dear Officer Krupke" and "Cool")
-The way Bernardo and Riff are going to die (the same way that everything escalates gradually here, what starts off as a fistfight becomes a knifefight, then a double murder. Here, we see that both sides are too proud and stubborn to take the moral high ground and de-escalate, both will fight until they're pulled apart, and when no-one's there to do so they will fight until they die)
This is what people talk about when they talk about cinematic language.
@bellafausett2063
I wish people could dance through the streets without getting weird looks. This would be my dream, honestly.
@pix046
Not worth dancing in the streets without getting weird looks.
@EmilynWood
Actually it's fun to see how people react when you dance.
@EyeLean5280
bella amy Do it in New York. No one will care.
@steamslaughtgaming6115
***** Try it in England; The Queen will have you sent to the Tower Of London
@EyeLean5280
SteamSlaught Gaming
to see the crown jewels, I presume?
@craigm2520
Back in the good old days with teenagers solved disagreements with incredibly well done ballet, dance, and rhythm
@EMVelez
😂😂 if only!
@michellelekas211
And murder!
@shejmacfyoutuization
🤣