Summer in the City
Starlite Rock Revival Lyrics
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On a hot summer night
Don't be afraid of the world we made
On a hot summer night
'Cause when a long-legged lovely walks by
Yeah you can see the look in her eye
Then you know that it's
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
(Stranger, stranger)
For all the dreams and schemes
People are as they seem
On a hot summer night
Don't be no fun, don't forget you're young
On a hot summer night
A sometime someone you're not
Don't wait to see what you've got
'Cause you know that you're
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
We'll walk until my feet drop
I'm a train when I'm hateful
Yeah, lay right down now
And ride until your head breaks
I'm a-walkin' 'til my brain pops
I will move with the beat now
I'm a chain 'round an A-bomb
I'm a ribbon in the heat now
New York!
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
The lyrics to Starlite Rock Revival's song "Hot in the City" convey the atmosphere and energy of a summer night in the city. The opening lines set the scene, describing a hot, lonely, and quiet night. However, the tone soon shifts to one of excitement and possibility as the song emphasizes not being afraid of the world that has been created.
The song suggests that on a hot summer night, something magical can happen. When a captivating, long-legged woman walks by, her glance reveals a shared intensity and desire. The lyrics then repeat the refrain, asserting that it's hot in the city tonight. This repetition emphasizes the passionate and energetic nature of the city nightlife.
The following verse encourages the listener to embrace the spirit of youth and not take themselves too seriously. It hints at the potential for unexpected encounters and explores the idea that people are not always who they appear to be. The song encourages the listener to seize the moment and not wait to discover what they have to offer.
The final verse presents a series of vivid images that evoke movement, heat, and intensity. References to walking until one's feet drop and being a chain around an A-bomb create a sense of relentless energy and rebellion. The song culminates with a chant-like repetition of "Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight," further emphasizing the pulsating energy and excitement of the urban nightlife experience.
Overall, "Hot in the City" captures the essence of a hot summer night in the city, with its mix of longing, possibility, and vibrant energy.
Line by Line Meaning
It's hot here at night, lonely, black and quiet
The nighttime is oppressive, desolate, dark, and silent.
On a hot summer night
During a scorching summer evening
Don't be afraid of the world we made
Do not fear the society we have created
Cause when a long-legged lovely walks by
Because when an attractive person passes by
Yeah you can see the look in her eye
Yes, you can perceive the expression in her gaze
Then you know that it's
At that moment, you understand that it is
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
The city is experiencing a high level of excitement and intensity tonight
(Stranger, stranger)
(Unknown individual, unknown individual)
For all the dreams and schemes
Despite all the aspirations and plans
People are as they seem
People are genuine and authentic
Don't be no fun, don't forget you're young
Do not be boring, do not overlook your youth
A sometime someone you're not
Occasionally pretending to be someone you are not
Don't wait to see what you've got
Do not hesitate to discover your true potential
Cause you know that you're
Because you are aware that you are
We'll walk until my feet drop
We will continue walking until my feet are exhausted
I'm a train when I'm hateful
When filled with anger, I become an unstoppable force
Yeah, lay right down now
Indeed, lie down now
And ride until your head breaks
And ride until you cannot think anymore
I'm a-walkin' 'til my brain pops
I am walking until my mind reaches its limit
I will move with the beat now
I will synchronize my movements with the rhythm
I'm a chain 'round an A-bomb
I am a captive tied to a dangerous explosive device
I'm a ribbon in the heat now
I am a strip of fabric fluttering in the scorching heat
New York!
Referring to the energetic and vibrant city of New York
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
The city is experiencing a high level of excitement and intensity tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
The city is experiencing a high level of excitement and intensity tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
The city is experiencing a high level of excitement and intensity tonight
Hot in the city, hot in the city tonight, tonight
The city is experiencing a high level of excitement and intensity tonight
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Billy Idol
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