New York Company
The And Band Lyrics
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I'm leaving today
I want to be a part of it
New York, New York
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
Right through the very heart of it
New York, New York
I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
These little town blues are melting away
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
It's up to you, New York, New York
New York, New York, New York
I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
And find I'm a number one, top of the list
These little town blues are melting away
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
It's up to you, New York, New York, New York
The lyrics to "New York, New York" by The And Band are an ode to the city of New York, its vibrance, and the opportunities it offers. The song opens with the singer stating that they are leaving to be a part of the city, and their "vagabond shoes are longing to stray" through its heart. The singer expresses a desire to wake up in a city that never sleeps and to find themselves on top, king of the hill. They want to start anew and make it in the city that embodies the American Dream.
The chorus then repeats, emphasizing the desire to wake up in a city that never sleeps and be on top. The repetition of "New York, New York" also serves to highlight the importance of the city, as if the name itself carries a certain weight and prestige. The next verse expresses a continuation of this desire, and the singer declares that they will make a brand new start in "old" New York. By the end of the song, the singer reiterates their determination to make it in the city, declaring that if they can make it in New York, they can make it anywhere.
Overall, "New York, New York" conveys a sense of excitement and possibility, painting New York City as a place of endless opportunity and a symbol of success. The song captures the allure and magic of the city, inspiring listeners to chase their dreams and make their mark in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Start spreading the news
I am announcing my departure from this place.
I'm leaving today
My journey out of here begins now.
I want to be a part of it
I aspire to become one of the inhabitants of a certain place.
New York, New York
The said place is none other than New York City.
These vagabond shoes are longing to stray
My wandering feet are eager to explore the vastness of the city.
Right through the very heart of it
I desire to explore every corner of the city, even the most central and significant ones.
New York, New York
Once again emphasizing that the place I wish to be a part of is New York City.
I wanna wake up in a city that doesn't sleep
I hope to wake up in a city that is alive and active 24/7.
And find I'm king of the hill, top of the heap
I yearn to achieve great success and status in the city's hierarchy.
These little town blues are melting away
Any feelings of despondency or dissatisfaction with my previous place of residence will disappear once I move to New York.
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
I will have a fresh beginning in New York, despite the age and history of the city.
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
Success in New York is a reflection of one's abilities and determination to succeed anywhere.
It's up to you, New York, New York
The success or failure of my endeavors in New York lies in the hands of the city itself.
New York, New York, New York
The repetition further emphasizes the significance of the city to the singer.
I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps
The singer restates their desire to be in a city that is always active and awake.
And find I'm a number one, top of the list
The artist continues to express their longing for great success and prominence within the city.
These little town blues are melting away
Once again, the artist declares that their previous feelings of inadequacy will fade away once they move to New York.
I'll make a brand new start of it in old New York
The singer reminds us that New York will be their new home, despite the city's age and history.
If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere
The significance of success in New York as a reflection of one's abilities is repeated here.
It's up to you, New York, New York, New York
The artist acknowledges that the city has the power to determine their success or failure.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL JOHN MONTGOMERY
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