Back To Bradford
Smokie Lyrics

The lyrics to Smokie's song "Back to Bradford" seem to express a strong desire to return to one's hometown, even in the face of other attractive options. The song opens with a refusal of an offer, despite the offerer's physical beauty. The singer then bids farewell to "cardboard city," which likely refers to a place that has no depth or substance. The repetition of "She's my friend and you know what I like" implies that the singer has a close companion who understands him and his preferences. The next verse reiterates the desire to return to Bradford, even though the face of the option presented is physically attractive but otherwise insufficient. The chorus repeats the sentiment of preference to return to Bradford, with the closing line reinforcing this opinion.

The repeated mention of Bradford indicates a strong attachment to the singer's hometown. The choice to return there despite other options suggests a deep emotional connection to the place, and perhaps a sense of internal conflict or tension when choosing between different locations. The reference to "cardboard city" creates an interesting contrast, suggesting that the singer sees other places as lacking substance or depth, perhaps due to a lack of personal connection or familiarity.