Theme From "New York
Ray Conniff Lyrics


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Start spreading the news
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
And find I'm king of the hill, top of the heap
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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ray Conniff Singers' New York New York celebrate the vibrant energy and opportunity of the bustling city. The singer starts by announcing their departure, eager to be a part of the excitement that defines New York. Their "vagabond shoes" are ready to explore the very heart of the city, while the "little town blues" they left behind fade away. The lyrics paint a picture of a city that never sleeps, where success is possible for anyone driven enough to pursue it.


The singer expresses their ambition to "make a brand new start" in old New York, confident in their ability to succeed despite the challenges that come with pursuing a dream. The repetition of the phrase "New York, New York" emphasizes the city's significance, while the repetition of the line "If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere" highlights the collective understanding that New York represents the ultimate test of one's abilities. The lyrics suggest that success in New York is not just about personal achievement, but about contributing to the city's energy and reputation as a center of innovation and creativity.


Line by Line Meaning

Start spreading the news
I am excited to share my news with everyone


I'm leaving today
I am departing from my current location


I want to be a part of it
I want to join in and experience it fully


New York, New York
Referring to the city that is the focus of the song


These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
My shoes are itching to explore and wander


Right through the very heart of it
I want to dive into the center of the city


New York, New York
Referring to the city that is the focus of the song


I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
I desire to live in a city that never shuts down


And find I'm king of the hill, top of the heap
I want to feel like the most important person in the city


These little town blues are melting away
My previous bad emotions about my hometown are vanishing


I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
I will reset my life in this established city


If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
If I can succeed in New York, I can succeed anywhere


It's up to you, New York, New York
The city and its experiences will determine my success


New York, New York, New York
Referring to the city that is the focus of the song


I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
I desire to live in a city that never shuts down


And find I'm a number one, top of the list
I want to be the most successful person in the city


These little town blues are melting away
My previous bad emotions about my hometown are vanishing


I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
I will reset my life in this established city


If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
If I can succeed in New York, I can succeed anywhere


It's up to you, New York, New York, New York
The city and its experiences will determine my success




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL JOHN MONTGOMERY

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