When Natural High disbanded, she began her solo career as a professional recording artist – doing compilation albums for different recording companies and singing back-up vocals for famous recording artists.
SUY is the voice behind the best selling “UNPLUGGED SERIES” (compilation albums), released by IVORY MUSIC & VIDEO.
A major turning point in her career came when she was signed an exclusive recording contract under IVORY Music, headed by Mr. Steven L. Tan.
Her debut acoustic album, SIMPLY SUY, is already available in all record bars nationwide.
Empire State of Mind
Suy Lyrics
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Ooooh, New York!
Grew up in a town that is famous as a place of movie scenes
Noise is always loud, there are sirens all around and the streets are mean
If I can make it here, I can make it anywhere, that's what they say
Seeing my face in lights or my name in marquees found down on Broadway
Baby I'm from New York!
Concrete jungle where dreams are made of
There's nothing you can't do
Now you're in New York!
These streets will make you feel brand new
Big lights will inspire you
Hear it for New York, New York, New Yooork!
On the avenue, there ain't never a curfew, ladies work so hard
Such a melting pot, on the corner selling rock, preachers pray to God
Hail a gypsy cab, takes me down from Harlem to the Brooklyn Bridge
Some will sleep tonight with a hunger for more than an empty fridge
I'ma make it by any means, I got a pocketful of dreams
Baby I'm from New York!
Concrete jungle where dreams are made of
There's nothing you can't do
Now you're in New York!
These streets will make you feel brand new
Big lights will inspire you
Hear it for New York, New York, New Yooork!
One hand in the air for the big city
Street lights, big dreams, all looking pretty
No place in the world that can compare
Put your lighters in the air, everybody say
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
In New York!
Concrete jungle where dreams are made of
There's nothing you can't do
Now you're in New York!
These streets will make you feel brand new
Big lights will inspire you
Now you're in New York!
Concrete jungle where dreams are made of
There's nothing you can't do
Now you're in New York!
These streets will make you feel brand new
Big lights will inspire you
Hear it for New Yooork!
The lyrics to Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' "Empire State of Mind" are an ode to New York City and the dreams that it inspires. The song begins with a sense of pride in being from New York, even if it's not always easy - the city can be loud and tough. However, if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere. The lyrics mention the car horns and sirens that are a constant background noise in the city, but also the potential for fame and success, with references to Broadway and seeing "your face in lights."
The second verse of the song talks about the diversity of the city, with its melting pot of cultures and people from all walks of life. The lyrics mention Harlem and the Brooklyn Bridge as landmarks, and it's clear that the city has its challenges - some people will go to bed hungry. But again, the sense of determination shines through: "I'ma make it by any means, I got a pocketful of dreams." The chorus repeats the idea that New York is a place where anything is possible, where the streets will make you feel brand new and the big lights will inspire you.
Overall, the lyrics of "Empire State of Mind" are about the energy, ambition, and excitement that New York can bring to those who live there or come to visit. Even though the city can be tough, it's worth it for the dreams and possibilities that it offers.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooooh, New York!
Expressing excitement about New York
Grew up in a town that is famous as a place of movie scenes
The singer grew up in a place where movies are filmed
Noise is always loud, there are sirens all around and the streets are mean
The place the singer grew up in was loud and unsafe
If I can make it here, I can make it anywhere, that's what they say
New York is a tough place to succeed, so if you can succeed here, you can succeed anywhere
Seeing my face in lights or my name in marquees found down on Broadway
The artist dreams of achieving fame in New York, particularly on Broadway
Even if it ain't all it seems, I got a pocketful of dreams
Despite the challenges of New York, the singer has hope and ambition
Baby I'm from New York!
Reasserting the singer's connection to New York
Concrete jungle where dreams are made of
Describing New York as a place where people come to pursue their dreams
There's nothing you can't do
Encouraging people to believe in themselves and their abilities in New York
Now you're in New York!
Addressing the listener and acknowledging their presence in New York
These streets will make you feel brand new
Implying that the energy and atmosphere of New York can be invigorating
Big lights will inspire you
Suggesting that the bright lights of the city can motivate and inspire people
Hear it for New York, New York, New Yooork!
Celebrating and praising New York
On the avenue, there ain't never a curfew, ladies work so hard
Describing the busy and vibrant nature of New York, with people working hard at all hours
Such a melting pot, on the corner selling rock, preachers pray to God
Highlighting the diversity of New York, with people from many different backgrounds and activities
Hail a gypsy cab, takes me down from Harlem to the Brooklyn Bridge
The artist is describing a journey they take in New York, from one neighborhood to another
Some will sleep tonight with a hunger for more than an empty fridge
Not everyone in New York has their basic needs met, and some are struggling for more
I'ma make it by any means, I got a pocketful of dreams
The singer is determined to succeed in New York, no matter what it takes
One hand in the air for the big city
Saluting and acknowledging the greatness of New York
Street lights, big dreams, all looking pretty
Describing the beauty and aspiration of the city
No place in the world that can compare
Asserting that New York is unique and incomparable
Put your lighters in the air, everybody say
Encouraging people to participate and show their support
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Expressing enthusiasm and excitement
Hear it for New York, New York, New Yooork!
Repeating the celebration and praise for New York
Contributed by Isaac V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.