Guttersnipe
Taboo Lyrics


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GEORGE AND MARILYN
We know we're special
It won't be long
Before the universe catches on

GEORGE
You've got the figure
MARILYN
You've got the voice

BOTH
Face it sister we're spoilt for choice
I can see the stars from the gutter
And if it all goes wrong
We've got each other
Don't despair fame is due
I can see a legend in you

MARILYN
Yeah me too
We know we're gifted

GEORGE
Yeah gift of the gab

BOTH
Send me a limo not a taxicab

GEORGE
Lunch at L'Escargot

MARILYN
Tea at the Ritz

GEORGE
You're so "Qu'est Que C'est"

MARILYN
More like "what is it?"

BOTH
I can see the stars from the gutter
And if it all goes wrong
We've got each other
Don't despair fame is due
I can see a legend in you

GEORGE
Yeah me too

MARILYN
I want my name in lights

GEORGE
I want my own skyscraper

MARILYN
I wanna be a billionaire

GEORGE
And not just on paper

MARILYN
I want a cinema

GEORGE
I want a chauffeured car

BOTH
I want to see the world

MARILYN
Meet Diana Ross

GEORGE
Bowie, Buddha

MARILYN
Eddie Kidd

GEORGE
I'll settle for a builder

BOTH
I can see the stars from the gutter
And if it all goes wrong
We've got each other
Don't despair fame is due




I can see a future in you
I can see a future in you

Overall Meaning

The song Guttersnipe by Taboo is a conversation between two individuals, George and Marilyn, who despite the odds stacked against them, believe in their own ability to achieve fame and fortune. They exchange their dreams and aspirations with each other, both craving the finer things in life such as limousines, tea at the Ritz, and even wanting to meet famous personalities like Diana Ross and Eddie Kidd.


The song's title "Guttersnipe" is a term used to describe a child who grows up in the street or the lower-class society. The lyrics "I can see the stars from the gutter" allude to the fact that even those from less privileged backgrounds may aim high and achieve success. By recognizing each other's potential and urging one another not to give up, they both acknowledge that there is greatness within them and are determined to reach it.


The song can serve as an inspiration, as well as an excellent reminder, that we should never underestimate the power of self-belief, determination, and the support of others. It's a reiteration that success is not limited to certain people or classes, but it's open to anyone who is willing to dream big and work hard to make those dreams a reality.


Line by Line Meaning

We know we're special
We believe that we are unique and have something special to offer.


It won't be long Before the universe catches on
We believe that it is only a matter of time before everyone else recognizes our talent and we become famous.


You've got the figure
You have an attractive body.


You've got the voice
You have a beautiful and melodious singing voice.


Face it sister we're spoilt for choice
We have many options and opportunities available to us.


I can see the stars from the gutter And if it all goes wrong We've got each other Don't despair fame is due I can see a legend in you
Even though we are currently living in poverty, we still have hope for the future and believe that we will become famous. No matter what happens, we have each other and won't give up on our dreams.


Yeah me too
I agree with you.


Yeah gift of the gab
I have the ability to speak eloquently and persuasively.


Send me a limo not a taxicab
I want to travel in style and luxury, not in a regular taxi.


Lunch at L'Escargot Tea at the Ritz You're so "Qu'est Que C'est" More like "what is it?"
We want to dine at fancy restaurants and experience the luxurious lifestyle. One of us uses French words, but the other is not familiar with the language.


I want my name in lights
I want to become so famous that my name is displayed in bright lights on a big screen or billboard.


I want my own skyscraper
I want to own a tall, impressive, and luxurious building.


I wanna be a billionaire And not just on paper
I want to become extremely wealthy and not just have it as a hypothetical or theoretical concept.


I want a cinema I want a chauffeured car
I want to own a movie theater and have my own personal driver and car.


I want to see the world Meet Diana Ross Bowie, Buddha Eddie Kidd I'll settle for a builder
I want to travel to different parts of the world and meet famous and influential people. I am okay with settling for someone who is not famous if they can help me achieve my dreams.


I can see a future in you
I believe that you have great potential and will achieve success in the future.




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