Happy New Year
Simone Lyrics


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No more champagne
And the fireworks are through
Here we are, me and you
Feeling lost and feeling blue
It's the end of the party
And the morning seems so grey
So unlike yesterday
Now's the time for us to say

Happy new year
Happy new year
May we all have a vision now and then
Of a world where every neighbour is a friend
Happy new year
Happy new year
May we all have our hopes, our will to try
If we don't we might as well lay down and die
You and I

Sometimes I see
How the brave new world arrives
And I see how it thrives
In the ashes of our lives
Oh yes, man is a fool
And he thinks he'll be okay
Dragging on, feet of clay
Never knowing he's astray
Keeps on going anyway...

Happy new year
Happy new year
May we all have a vision now and then
Of a world where every neighbour is a friend
Happy new year
Happy new year
May we all have our hopes, our will to try
If we don't we might as well lay down and die
You and I

Seems to me now
That the dreams we had before
Are all dead, nothing more
Than confetti on the floor
It's the end of a decade
In another ten years time
Who can say what we'll find
What lies waiting down the line
In the end of our time

Happy new year
Happy new year
May we all have a vision now and then
Of a world where every neighbour is a friend
Happy new year
Happy new year
May we all have our hopes, our will to try




If we don't we might as well lay down and die
You and I

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Simone's song "Happy New Year" reflect on the emotions and reflections that come with the end of a year and the start of a new one. The song begins with a sense of finality, as the champagne has run out and the fireworks are over. The mood is somber, as the singer and their companion feel lost and blue. The morning after the party feels gray and unlike the vibrant yesterday. It is at this moment that the singer realizes it is time to bid farewell to the past year and embrace the new one.


The chorus of the song conveys a hopeful message, wishing for a vision of a world where every neighbor is a friend. It speaks to the desire for unity and harmony among all people. The lyrics acknowledge the need for hope and determination, emphasizing that if we don't have those qualities, we might as well give up and die. The song implies that despite the challenges and foolishness of humanity, we must continue moving forward and striving for a better world.


In the second verse, the lyrics take a more introspective turn. The singer reflects on the arrival and thriving of a brave new world amid the ashes of our lives. It points to the fleeting nature of our dreams, which now lie dead and become nothing more than confetti on the floor. The end of the decade is seen as a milestone, and the lyrics acknowledge the uncertainty of what lies ahead in the future.


Overall, "Happy New Year" is a contemplative and thought-provoking song that invites listeners to reflect on the past, embrace hope for the future, and strive for a more inclusive and peaceful world.


Line by Line Meaning

No more champagne
The celebration is over and the excitement has faded away.


And the fireworks are through
The fireworks display has ended, symbolizing the end of the festivities.


Here we are, me and you
We find ourselves together, facing the realities of life.


Feeling lost and feeling blue
Experiencing a sense of confusion and sadness.


It's the end of the party
The celebration has come to a close.


And the morning seems so grey
The new day feels dull and uninspiring.


So unlike yesterday
In contrast to the previous day, which was filled with joy and excitement.


Now's the time for us to say
This is the moment for us to express ourselves.


Happy new year
Wishing for a joyful and prosperous new year.


May we all have a vision now and then
May we occasionally envision a better future.


Of a world where every neighbour is a friend
Imagining a world where everyone lives in harmony and friendship.


Happy new year
Wishing for a joyful and prosperous new year.


May we all have our hopes, our will to try
May we all maintain our aspirations and determination.


If we don't we might as well lay down and die
If we give up, our existence becomes meaningless.


You and I
Referring to both the singer and the listener.


Sometimes I see
Occasionally, I perceive.


How the brave new world arrives
The arrival of an optimistic and promising future.


And I see how it thrives
I witness its growth and prosperity.


In the ashes of our lives
Emerging from the ruins and hardships of our existence.


Oh yes, man is a fool
Indeed, humans can be foolish and make poor decisions.


And he thinks he'll be okay
However, people often believe they will be fine despite their mistakes.


Dragging on, feet of clay
Continuing to struggle and make slow progress.


Never knowing he's astray
Unaware of being lost or misguided.


Keeps on going anyway...
Nevertheless, they continue moving forward.


Seems to me now
It appears to me at this moment.


That the dreams we had before
The aspirations we once held.


Are all dead, nothing more
They have all perished, leaving nothing behind.


Than confetti on the floor
Just remnants of celebration scattered on the ground.


It's the end of a decade
A decade has come to a close.


In another ten years time
Looking ahead to the next ten years.


Who can say what we'll find
No one can predict what awaits us.


What lies waiting down the line
The unknown future that lies ahead.


In the end of our time
As our time on Earth concludes.




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