Upon turning 18 and moving out to Syracuse, NY to pursue his academics, Cook was met with a vibrant local music scene the likes of which he had never felt in Brussels. A home found in basement shows and the will to not only make music, but be part of a new and exciting culture of ‘do it yourself’ diligence.
After two years, and two bedroom-recorded albums under the name Spark Alaska, it was time to break out of the quiet and comfortable shell Cook had made for himself.
Equipped with an old Peavey guitar, a microphone that had never been yelled into before, and a handful of musician friends to take over for Lorenzo’s inept rhythmic abilities, Petite League was born. It was the snotty, noisey music that Cook had always wanted to make.
New York Girls
Petite League Lyrics
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They don’t have subway cards but they make it work
Non, non, ne t'inquiète pas Ce soir tu peux rester chez moi”
I fell asleep in the neon glow
I use my bag as my pillow
I thought of ways I could make it work
I thought of how I could let it go
When the sun comes out, you’ll have your shadow friends
Speaking English in my French head again
New New York is the new Paris, let’s pretend
I’ve still got French friends in New York
dusty floors and last night’s smoke all in my hair and in my clothes
Oh, French New York you’re just like home
City lights and friends of friends
I’ll crash on couches till the end
My thoughts still wander when my feet are sore
Sometimes lost, but always at your door
Never, never, never all alone again
When the sun comes out, you’ll have your shadow friends
Speaking English in my French head again
New New York is the new Paris, let’s pretend
The lyrics of Petite League's song "New York Girls" capture the experience of being a foreigner in New York City, specifically referencing the artist's French friends who are able to adapt to the city despite not having subway cards. The line "Non, non, ne t'inquiète pas / Ce soir tu peux rester chez moi" translates to "No, no, don't worry / Tonight you can stay at my place," showcasing the hospitality and camaraderie among the friends.
The singer falls asleep in the neon glow, using their bag as a pillow. This could represent the transient and unpredictable nature of life in New York City, where one must adapt and sometimes find unconventional ways to make it work. The lyrics express the singer's thoughts on how to make it work and how to let go, suggesting a constant inner struggle to find balance and stability in this chaotic city.
The chorus emphasizes the theme of never being alone again once the sun comes out, symbolizing the presence of "shadow friends" who provide companionship and support. The line "Speaking English in my French head again" reflects the blending of the singer's French roots with their current surroundings, highlighting the multicultural atmosphere of New York City. The mention of New New York being the new Paris is an interesting statement, perhaps suggesting that New York has acquired a similar sense of romance and artistic allure.
Overall, the lyrics of "New York Girls" convey the singer's deep connection to both their French upbringing and their newfound home in New York City. The song explores themes of adaptation, friendship, and the ongoing search for belonging in an ever-changing urban landscape.
Line by Line Meaning
I’ve got French friends in New York
I have friends from France who live in New York
They don’t have subway cards but they make it work
They don't have metro cards, but they manage to get around
Non, non, ne t'inquiète pas Ce soir tu peux rester chez moi
No, no, don't worry, tonight you can stay at my place
I fell asleep in the neon glow
I fell asleep surrounded by the vibrant lights of the city
I use my bag as my pillow
I use my bag as a pillow when I sleep
I thought of ways I could make it work
I contemplated different ways to make things work
I thought of how I could let it go
I considered how I could move on from a certain situation
Never, never, never all alone again
Never, never, never feeling completely alone again
When the sun comes out, you’ll have your shadow friends
When things get better, you'll have your supportive friends
Speaking English in my French head again
Thinking and speaking in English while having a French background
New New York is the new Paris, let’s pretend
We can pretend that New York has become the new Paris
I’ve still got French friends in New York
I still have friends from France who live in New York
Dusty floors and last night’s smoke all in my hair and in my clothes
My hair and clothes are covered in dust and the smell of last night's smoke
Oh, French New York you’re just like home
Oh, French New York, you feel just like being at home
City lights and friends of friends
The bright lights of the city and friends I've met through mutual acquaintances
I’ll crash on couches till the end
I'll sleep on people's couches until the end of my stay
My thoughts still wander when my feet are sore
My mind still wanders even when my feet are tired
Sometimes lost, but always at your door
Occasionally feeling lost, but always able to find your place
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: LORENZO GILLIS COOK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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