Manzil Madness
Rose Tattoo Lyrics
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The Rose Tattoo's song "Manzil Madness" is a tragic tale of lost youth and unfulfilled desires. The lyrics are from the perspective of a person who has spent too many nights wandering the streets of the city, trying to recapture the sweetness of their youth which has now been lost. They lament that they have wasted too much time trying to get themselves to bed and have missed out on the women they wanted because they were too blind to see them. The person is struck by the madness of the city, which is revealed by the neon glare of the streets.
The song speaks to the disillusionment and despair that can come with urban life. The singer seems lost and alone in the chaos of the city and is haunted by regrets and missed opportunities. The suburban tourists and weekend warriors who come to the city to gawk at the madness only serve to highlight the singer's sense of alienation and disconnection.
Overall, "Manzil Madness" is a powerful and evocative reflection on the overwhelming nature of urban life and the toll it can take on those who get caught up in its madness.
Line by Line Meaning
Spent too many nights Walkin' in the streets of the city
I have spent too much time wandering around the city streets
I lost the sweet taste of youth Oh babe that's such a pity
I regret that I have lost my youthful spirit and energy
Suburban tourists come to stare The weekend warriors cruisin' there Come to see what makes 'em scared Truth revealed by neon glare
People from outside the city come to look at the locals and their behaviors, and they discover the truth by observing the bright lights of the city
Struck by Manzil Madness Down on Springfield Avenue Struck by Manzil madness There was nothing I could do Struck by Manzil Madness Down on Springfield Avenue Struck by Manzil madness There was nothing, whoah nothing, nothing I could do
I was overwhelmed by the craziness and chaos of the city life, and there was nothing I could do to escape it
Spent so much wasted time Gettin' myself to bed
I have wasted so much time trying to get some rest and sleep
The women I wanted wouldn't look my way And I took someone else instead
I desired some particular women, but out of frustration, I ended up settling for others who showed interest in me
Struck by Manzil Madness Down on Springfield Avenue Struck by Manzil madness There was nothing I could do Struck by Manzil Madness Down on Springfield Avenue Struck by Manzil madness There was nothing, whoah nothing, nothing I could do
The city life had such a strong grip on me that I felt powerless and helpless to do anything about it
Spent too many nights...holdin' up the bar
I have spent many nights sitting at the bar, just trying to forget the madness of the city
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