Hollywood
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All american boy with big dreams of glamour life bright lights and boogie nights the hype "everything could be yours if the price is right" grab your nothing and hold it tight the first chance you get you're heading out to the west this decision is one you won't regret move to the place where everybody knows ya like Hollywood, Los Angeles, California

Chorus
So you wannna be a superstar welcome to Hollywood quick money, fly women, fast cars welcome to Hollywood so you wannna be a superstar welcome to Hollywood high times, big dreams, living large welcome to Hollywood

One way ticket then you'll live this life of a superstar caught up in this business God as my witness you will never change only been here a day already in the game you changed your name you don't even look the same now your on top of the world money, power and fame picture perfect just like you planned no longer him 'cause you the man

[Chorus]
(Break)Welcome to Hollywood
You'll never get the best of me

The time ticks away you've had your play sold your soul for the roll now you gots to pay forfeit integrity, overnight celebrity settle for selfish gain rather than dignity another sucka why did you trust a player like me fool eternal hustler I'm taking everything and now you know I hate to tell you but I told you so





[Chorus]
High times big dreams there you are a victim of Hollywood

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of T.O.Y.S's song Hollywood examine the dark side of the pursuit of fame and fortune in Hollywood. The song describes the image of an All-American boy who has big dreams of living the glamorous life in Hollywood, with all its bright lights and fast-paced lifestyle. The lyrics suggest that "everything could be yours if the price is right," and Hollywood is the place to make it big. The song advises the listener to "grab your nothing and hold it tight" because the first chance you get, you'll be heading out west.


The chorus of the song welcomes the listener to Hollywood and all that comes with it – quick money, fly women, and fast cars. The lyrics suggest that living in Hollywood comes with high times and big dreams, but ultimately the listener will be a victim of the city's seductive allure. The song warns that once you have sold your soul for fame and fortune, you're caught up in the business, and you will never change.


The song's break emphasizes the idea that Hollywood will never get the best of the singer. The lyrics of the song's final verse reflect on the tragic consequences of chasing fame and fortune in Hollywood. The singer warns that you'll have to pay the price for forfeiting your integrity and settling for selfish gain rather than dignity. By the time the listener realizes they have become a victim of Hollywood, it will be too late as the "time ticks away" and "you've had your play."


Line by Line Meaning

All american boy with big dreams of glamour life bright lights and boogie nights the hype
This line describes the American Dream of a boy who dreams of a glamorous life full of bright lights and party nights. He believes the hype that everything can be achieved for the right price.


"everything could be yours if the price is right" grab your nothing and hold it tight
This means that anything in Hollywood can be bought as long as you have the money. It urges people to hold onto what they have and be prepared to spend a lot of money to get what they want.


the first chance you get you're heading out to the west this decision is one you won't regret move to the place where everybody knows ya like Hollywood, Los Angeles, California
This line highlights the desire to move to Hollywood, in search of fame and recognition. The decision to move west to Hollywood is seen as the best decision one could make.


So you wannna be a superstar welcome to Hollywood quick money, fly women, fast cars welcome to Hollywood so you wannna be a superstar welcome to Hollywood high times, big dreams, living large welcome to Hollywood
The chorus welcomes wannabe superstars to Hollywood, showcasing the allure of quick money, attractive women, fast cars, and huge dreams. It tells people that they have to be ready for the big life and expensive lifestyle that comes with it.


One way ticket then you'll live this life of a superstar caught up in this business God as my witness you will never change only been here a day already in the game you changed your name you don't even look the same now your on top of the world money, power and fame picture perfect just like you planned no longer him 'cause you the man
This line discusses the transformation of a superstar in Hollywood who was caught up in the business overnight. It highlights the sacrifices and changes people have to undergo to make it to the top, including changing their name and appearance. It also implies that the price of fame and fortune is losing oneself.


The time ticks away you've had your play sold your soul for the roll now you gots to pay forfeit integrity, overnight celebrity settle for selfish gain rather than dignity another sucka why did you trust a player like me fool eternal hustler I'm taking everything and now you know I hate to tell you but I told you so
This line talks about the consequences of making it big in Hollywood. It shows that people often pay a price for fame and fortune, losing their sense of integrity and settling for selfish gain. It highlights the fact that one must be careful who they trust in this cut-throat industry, as they can easily become a victim of someone else's schemes.


High times big dreams there you are a victim of Hollywood
This line shows that despite the big dreams and high times Hollywood offers, people can also become victims of the industry's harsh realities. People can easily lose themselves in the quest for fame and money, realizing too late that they have become trapped in a web of exploitation and manipulation.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT, WILLIAM SCOTT GORHAM

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