Streets
SP & Wilson & Dims Lyrics
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They've closed all the big stores
From BHS to Littlewoods
Boarded windows, shuttered doors
It used to be a great place
You could buy most anything
But, Sauchiehall Street's dying now
They used to call it the Style Mile
Sauchiehall was half of that
Now it's just a stye
It's full of bloody pound shops
Selling cheap and nasty things
Sauchiehall Street's dying now
Lauder's has no Big Band now
The Jazz has had to move
Kids play for free up Charing Cross way
The Savoy's still there, but it's lost it's groove You can't even buy a record
Or even a CD
Sauchiehall Street's dying now
Sir Harry won't be pleased
The coffee shops are where it's at
Or, where it seems to be
The Costa's and the Starbucks'
And the Nero's by the three
The Parly Road just isn't there
The Emplre's gone for years
Sauchiehall Streets dying now
Lauder's has no Big Band now
The Jazz has had to move
Kids play for free up Charing Cross way
The Savoy's still there, but it's lost it's groove You can't even buy a record
Or even a CD
Sauchiehall Street's dying now
Sir Harry won't be pleased
Sauchiehall streets dying
Sir Harry won’t be pleased
The lyrics of "Streets" by SP & Wilson & Dims reflect a sense of nostalgia and lamentation for the decline of Sauchiehall Street, a once vibrant and bustling area in Glasgow, Scotland. The song highlights the closure of major stores such as BHS and Littlewoods, which were once prominent fixtures on the street. The boarded windows and shuttered doors symbolize the lack of activity and vitality that characterizes the current state of the area.
The lyrics emphasize the contrast between the past and the present, describing how Sauchiehall Street used to be a great place where one could find almost anything. It was even known as the Style Mile, along with Buchannan and Argyle Streets. However, this reputation has now diminished, and Sauchiehall Street is portrayed as a mere "stye," filled with pound shops selling cheap and low-quality items.
The song also mentions the decline of cultural and entertainment venues in the area. Lauder's, a famous Big Band venue, has lost its allure, and the Jazz scene has had to relocate. The Savoy, another iconic establishment, appears to have also lost its groove. The absence of a record or CD shop further reinforces the dismantling of cultural elements that once made Sauchiehall Street vibrant.
The lyrics also draw attention to the rise of coffee shops, particularly Costa, Starbucks, and Nero, which seem to dominate the street. This shift towards chain coffee shops reflects a broader trend in consumer culture and a departure from the unique local businesses that were once a part of Sauchiehall Street's charm.
Overall, the lyrics express concern for the decline of Sauchiehall Street and the disappointment it would bring to someone referred to as Sir Harry. The song implies that this individual, possibly a notable figure or an embodiment of the collective sentiment, would not be pleased with the street's current state. It serves as a reflection on urban development, changing consumer behavior, and the erosion of cultural heritage.
Line by Line Meaning
Sauchiehall Street's dying
The once vibrant Sauchiehall Street is experiencing a decline and loss of vitality
They've closed all the big stores
All the major retail outlets have been shut down
From BHS to Littlewoods
Not even popular stores like BHS and Littlewoods remain open
Boarded windows, shuttered doors
The street is filled with closed shops, evident from the boarded-up windows and doors
It used to be a great place
In the past, Sauchiehall Street was highly regarded and enjoyed by many
You could buy most anything
It offered a wide range of products, catering to various needs
But, Sauchiehall Street's dying now
However, the present condition of the street is one of decay and decline
They used to call it the Style Mile
It was once known as the fashionable and trendy hub of the city
Down Buchannan to Argyle
Stretching from Buchannan to Argyle Street
Sauchiehall was half of that
Sauchiehall Street played a significant role in that reputation
Now it's just a stye
Sadly, it has deteriorated into a place of poor quality and undesirable establishments
It's full of bloody pound shops
The street is now dominated by cheap discount stores
Selling cheap and nasty things
These stores offer low-quality and unpleasant products
Lauder's has no Big Band now
The renowned Lauder's establishment no longer hosts a big band for performances
The Jazz has had to move
The jazz music scene has been forced to relocate from Sauchiehall Street
Kids play for free up Charing Cross way
Children now enjoy recreational activities in the Charing Cross area without any charges
The Savoy's still there, but it's lost its groove
Although The Savoy remains, it has lost its former charm and appeal
You can't even buy a record
It is impossible to find and purchase a vinyl record
Or even a CD
Even compact discs are no longer available in the stores
The coffee shops are where it's at
Coffee shops have become the main attraction and gathering spots
Or, where it seems to be
At least, that's the perception
The Costa's and the Starbucks'
Popular chain coffee shops like Costa and Starbucks
And the Nero's by the three
And even the Nero café located near the intersection of three streets
The Parly Road just isn't there
The Parly Road, another significant place in the past, no longer exists
The Emplre's gone for years
The Emplre, an establishment, has been closed for an extended period
Sauchiehall Street's dying now
The decline of Sauchiehall Street persists
Sir Harry won't be pleased
Sir Harry, likely a prominent figure associated with the street, would not be happy with its current state
Sauchiehall streets dying
Again emphasizing the street's decline and eventual demise
Sir Harry won’t be pleased
Continuing to highlight the disappointment that Sir Harry would feel
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Written by: Raymie Wilson
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