Downtown
The B‐52s Lyrics
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You can always go
Downtown
When you've got worries, all the noise and hurry
Seems to help, I know
Downtown
Linger on the sidewalk where the neon signs are pretty
How can you lose? The lights are much brighter there...
You can forget all your troubles; forget all your cares, and go
Downtown, things will be great when you're
Downtown, you'll find a place for sure
Downtown, everything's waiting for you
Downtown, downtown
Don't hang around, and let your problems surround you,
There are movie shows
Downtown
Maybe you know some little places to go to
Where they never close
Downtown
Just listen to the rhythm of a gentle Bossa Nova
You'll be dancing with 'em too before the night is over,
Happy again
The lights are much brighter there,
You can forget all your troubles; forget all your cares, and go
Downtown, where all the lights are bright
Downtown, waiting for you tonight
Downtown, you're gonna be all right now
Downtown, downtown, downtown
Downtown!
Downtown!
And you may find somebody kind to help and understand you;
Someone who is just like you and needs a gentle hand to
Guide them along
So maybe I'll see you there,
We can forget all our troubles; forget all our cares, and go
Downtown, things will be great when you're
Downtown, don't wait a minute more
Downtown, everything's waiting for you
Downtown, downtown
Downtown, downtown
Downtown, downtown
Downtown, downtown
Downtown, downtown
The B-52's song "Downtown" is a classic pop hit that encourages listeners that when life gets tough, they should head on down to the city center and find respite in the city's action. The main message is that "Downtown" has everything one needs to forget one's troubles and enjoy life. The song's lyrics remind us all of the bright lights that dazzle at the city center, how the rhythm of the life and music of the bustling streets can help us forget our problems, and how we can meet kindred spirits who also require guidance.
The first paragraph urges people to head downtown when they're feeling isolated and alone. The second advises us not to linger around problems but instead to find solace in the movies or join a party where friends wait downtown. The final paragraph suggests that finding the right person to support and sympathize with you is obtainable downtown. The idea behind the song is that life may be tough, but downtown, everything is waiting for us, and happiness is only a few steps away.
In summary, The B-52's song "Downtown" is a reminder that our troubles don't have to consume us. There's a place for everyone among the bright lights and action of the city center. The song encourages us to head downtown and enjoy what the city has to offer, meet new friends, and forget our troubles.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're alone, and life is making you lonely
If you ever feel lonely in life
You can always go
Then go
Downtown
To the downtown area of the city
When you've got worries, all the noise and hurry
Sometimes, when you are worried, the noise and the hustle and bustle can help
Seems to help, I know
I personally believe that it helps
Downtown
Go to downtown
Just listen to the music of the traffic in the city,
Hear the sounds of traffic in the city.
Linger on the sidewalk where the neon signs are pretty
Spend time on the sidewalk with beautiful neon signs
How can you lose? The lights are much brighter there...
How can you go wrong when the lights there are so much brighter and more vivid?
You can forget all your troubles; forget all your cares, and go
You can leave behind all your worries and concerns and go
Downtown, things will be great when you're
In downtown, things will improve for you
Downtown, you'll find a place for sure
In the downtown area, you will find a place to fit in
Downtown, everything's waiting for you
Everything you've been searching for is waiting for you in the downtown area
Downtown, downtown
Go downtown
Don't hang around, and let your problems surround you,
Don't stick around in one place and let your problems overwhelm you
There are movie shows
There are movie theaters in the downtown area
Downtown
Go to the downtown area
Maybe you know some little places to go to
Perhaps you know of some small, unique places to visit
Where they never close
These places never shut down
Just listen to the rhythm of a gentle Bossa Nova
Listen to the soothing beats of a gentle Bossa Nova song
You'll be dancing with 'em too before the night is over,
You'll be dancing with someone before the end of the night
Happy again
You'll feel happy and content once more
The lights are much brighter there,
The lighting in the downtown area is much more vibrant
Downtown, where all the lights are bright
Go to downtown where all the lights are vivid
Downtown, waiting for you tonight
Downtown is waiting for you tonight
Downtown, you're gonna be all right now
Everything is going to be all right for you now that you are in the downtown area
Downtown, downtown, downtown
Go downtown
And you may find somebody kind to help and understand you;
You might come across a kind person who will help and understand you
Someone who is just like you and needs a gentle hand to
Someone who is just like you and requires some aid to
Guide them along
Be aided to show them the way
So maybe I'll see you there,
Maybe I'll see you in downtown
We can forget all our troubles; forget all our cares, and go
We both can forget our problems and go
Downtown, things will be great when you're
Things will be better when you're in downtown
Downtown, don't wait a minute more
Don't wait any longer, go to downtown now
Downtown, everything's waiting for you
Everything you've been looking for is waiting for you downtown
Downtown, downtown
Go downtown
Downtown, downtown
Go downtown
Downtown, downtown
Go downtown
Downtown, downtown
Go downtown
Downtown, downtown
Go downtown
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TONY HATCH, JAMES CAUTY, BILL DRUMMOND
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