Young also records under the names Sky Sailing, Port Blue, Color Therapy, Insect Airport, Seagull Orchestra and his own name, Adam Young.
Young started out making music in 2007 in his basement in his hometown of Owatonna, Minnesota, United States, later developing a following through his MySpace profile before being signed to Universal Republic. Young has released seven albums under the Owl City moniker: "Maybe I'm Dreaming" (2008), "Ocean Eyes" (2009), "All Things Bright and Beautiful" (2011), "The Midsummer Station" (2012), "Mobile Orchestra" (2015), "Cinematic" (2018), and "Coco Moon" (2023). Young's 2009 single "Fireflies" reached #1 in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and The Netherlands. His second major hit, 2012's "Good Time" featuring Carly Rae Jepsen reached #8 in the US and #1 in New Zealand.
He was also once a member of Windsor Airlift and Swimming with Dolphins, both of which he is no longer involved with.
New York City
Owl City Lyrics
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I thought I had a map in here
The driver's door doesn't lock
I bought the car my junior year
There's candy in my backpack
And you can pick a soundtrack
We're headed from the East Coast tonight
So pack your bags and hold on tight
We're taking off
Run away with me
We're on the way to New York City
Take my hand and see
Manhattan never looked so pretty
Travel light and see the world right
You'll never know if you never go so
Run away with me
And say hello to New York City
Feet up on the dashboard
We're driving with the windows down
Did you forget your phone cord?
We'll buy one in the next small town
Get dinner at an IHOP
A shower at truck stop
We listen at some Johnny Cash
Take my hand and don't look back
'Cause we're movin' on (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)
We're movin' on (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)
Run away with me
We're on the way to New York City
Take my hand and see
Manhattan never looked so pretty
Travel light and see the world right
You'll never know if you never go so
Run away with me
And say hello to New York City
Run away, run away
Run away, run away
Run away with me
We're on the way to New York City
Take my hand and see
Manhattan never looked so pretty
Travel light and see the world right
You'll never know if you never go so
Run away with me
Stroll the mid town streets
And tell me that you don't feel giddy
Lady Liberty ain't throwing us a wink or is she
Travel light and see the world right
You never know you never go so
Run away with me
And say hello to New York City (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)
Say hello to New York City (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)
Say hello to New York City (New York City, New York City, New York City)
The song "New York City" by Owl City tells the story of a spontaneous and adventurous road trip to New York City. The first verse describes the beginning of the trip, with the singer digging through the glove box for a map and realizing the driver's door doesn't lock. Despite these minor setbacks, the mood is upbeat as the passengers select a soundtrack and get ready for the journey ahead. The chorus encourages the listener to join in the adventure and experience New York City for themselves. The second verse highlights the quirky and unpredictable nature of a road trip, demonstrating how the passengers buy a new phone cord and enjoy dinner at an IHOP before listening to music from Johnny Cash. The resounding message at the end of the chorus remains intact – the world is waiting for you to explore it, and New York City is a great place to start.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm digging to the glove box
I am searching the glove compartment for something.
I thought I had a map in here
I believed that there was a map in this location.
The driver's door doesn't lock
The door on the driver's side of the car will not secure.
I bought the car my junior year
I purchased this vehicle during my third year of high school.
There's candy in my backpack
I have some sweets stored in my backpack.
And you can pick a soundtrack
You may choose the music we listen to during our journey.
We're headed from the East Coast tonight
This evening, we are departing from the eastern part of the United States.
So pack your bags and hold on tight
Please gather your belongings and brace yourself for the trip.
'Cause we're taking off
We are beginning our travels currently.
Run away with me
Come with me on an adventure.
We're on the way to New York City
Our destination is New York City.
Take my hand and see
Come with me and witness something.
Manhattan never looked so pretty
The scene of Manhattan is especially beautiful today.
Travel light and see the world right
Only bring what you need and experience life in the best possible way.
You'll never know if you never go so
You will not be aware of something if you avoid trying it.
And say hello to New York City
Welcome to New York City.
Feet up on the dashboard
My feet are elevated on the dashboard of the car.
We're driving with the windows down
The car windows are open as we travel.
Did you forget your phone cord?
Did you leave your phone charger behind?
We'll buy one in the next small town
We shall purchase a charger in the subsequent small town.
Get dinner at an IHOP
We will have dinner at an IHOP restaurant.
A shower at truck stop
We shall take a shower at a truck stop.
We listen to some Johnny Cash
We are enjoying the sounds of Johnny Cash's music.
Take my hand and don't look back
Come with me and leave the past behind.
'Cause we're movin' on (da-da-da-da-da-da-da)
We continue to travel forward and onward.
Run away, run away
Escape with me, hurry!
Stroll the midtown streets
Let us leisurely walk around the streets of midtown.
And tell me that you don't feel giddy
I challenge you to deny feeling elated.
Lady Liberty ain't throwing us a wink or is she
Is the Statue of Liberty not giving us a suggestive look?
Say hello to New York City (New York City, New York City, New York City)
Welcome to New York City.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adam Young
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
taka dai
ｱｲﾑ ディギﾝｸﾞ ﾄﾞｩﾙー グローボックス
ｱｲｿｱｲ ヘッド マップ イン ヒア
ザ ドライブズ ドア ダゼロック
アイ ﾊﾞﾄｶ マイ ジュニア ヤー
ﾃﾞｾ ケニー イン マイ バックパック
ン ﾕｶﾝﾋﾟｶ サウントュラック
ウェア ヘンフディン イーコーストナイト
ソ パックュア バーグス ホールドンタイト
クーズｳｧ テキングオフ
ウィー テキングオフ
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
ウェー ラオンダ ウェイ ニューヨークシティ
テークマイ ハーン ダアンシー
マンハッタン ネバ ルクソー プリティー
トラブライト シー ウールライト
ユネブノー ユネブゴーソー
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
アン セイへロトゥ ニューヨークシティー
フィータｯﾌﾟオン ザ ダッシュボード
ウェア ドライビング ウィツ ウインドーズダウン
ディュフィギットュ フォーンコールド
ウィ バイオン イン ザ ネクスモールタウン
ゲット ディナー アﾄナイホップ
シャワー ｱﾀﾞ トラッｸ ストップ
ウェレセソム ジョーニーキャッシュ
テークマイハンドｱﾝドーントバック
クーズｳｧ ムービンオン
ウィー ムービンオン
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
ウェー ラオンダ ウェイ ニューヨークシティ
テークマイ ハーン ダアンシー
マンハッタン ネバ ルクソー プリティー
トラブライト シー ウールライト
ユネブノー ユネブゴーソー
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
アン セイへロトゥ ニューヨークシティー
Run away, run away
Run away, run away
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
ウェー ラオンダ ウェイ ニューヨークシティ
テークマイ ハーン ダアンシー
マンハッタン ネバ ルクソー プリティー
トラブライト シー ウールライト
ユネブノー ユネブゴーソー
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
アン セイへロトゥ ニューヨークシティー
ストﾛｰｻﾞ ミッダウン ストリーﾄ
アン テルミ ザッチュ ドン フュー ギティー
レイディー リーバーティー
エイン トロウィンス ウィンコーイｽﾞシー
トラブライト シー ウールライト
ユネブノー ユネブゴーソー
ラーンナ ウェイフミー
アン セイへロトゥ ニューヨークシティー
Asan Ploto
I'll Always be Proud to Say that I Grew up Listening to OwlCity
Abhijit Roy Bardhan
Sme here listening from childhood 🥰 Just Love the songs .
Veronica Gallegos
@Zeph Me 3.
Human Relashionship
When you see that kind of Comment you can say that you have succed in life; you have nothing more to prove to the World ..........
じゅげむ
Exactly
Stinkbla
@Zeph I hope
Pedro Garcia Sereño
Eso es lo que tiene Owl city, una vibración distinta de todo lo demás ✨😍
Enrique Velásquez Álvarez
siiiii 🤙🏽
かおり
良い曲や!!!
珈琲タイムス
たまに聴きたくなるという。