I Want To See The Bright Lights
Richard Thompson Lyrics

I'm so tired of working every day
The singer is exhausted from the monotony of a typical work week.

Now the weekend's come
The singer is relieved to finally have a break from work.

I'm gonna throw my troubles away
The singer plans to let go of their worries and enjoy themselves.

If you've got the cab fare, mister, you'll do all right
The artist is willing to rely on someone else to pay for transportation.

I want to see the bright lights tonight
The artist desires excitement and adventure in the form of bright city lights.

Meet me at the station, don't be late
The singer is anxious to start their adventure and wants their companion to be prompt.

I need to spend some money and it just won't wait
The singer is eager to let loose and spend money on their night out.

Take me to the dance and hold me tight
The artist wants to have a fun, carefree night dancing with their companion.

There's crazy people running all over town
The city is bustling with activity and excitement.

There's a silver band, just marching up and down
The artist is drawn to the lively music filling the city streets.

And the big boys are all spoiling for a fight
The city can be a rough place where confrontation and aggression are common.

A couple of drunken nights rolling on the floor
The artist is eager to let loose and have carefree, wild experiences.

Is just the kind of mess I'm looking for
The singer desires a wild, adventurous night out without worrying about consequences.

I'm gonna dream 'till Monday comes in sight
The singer plans to let go and enjoy themselves until the reality of work on Monday arrives.

Take me to the dance and hold me tight
The singer wants to have a fun, carefree night dancing with their companion.

I want to see the bright lights tonight
The artist desires excitement and adventure in the form of bright city lights.