Batman
The Shaws Lyrics


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I'm Batman, I'm flyin'
I'm Batman, I'm flyin', yeah

I'm Batman, I'm flyin'
You see me, I'm blindin'
Bruce Wayne don Versace
So that's what I wear
You takin' the metro
While I'm at the MET tho
Art all on the walls
I just look at myself
Their cameras be flashin'
I know that I'm dashin'
I'm wearin' all black
To keep off the front page
I'm playin', I like it
I love the attention
May roam through the night
But I live for the praise

I'm cruisin' down broadway
En route to the chalet
Alfred with the buffet
Might make a stop in time square
My windows be tinted
My suit it be fitted
One minute I'm here
And then I'm gone, zoom zoom
My life may be scripted
But I ain't no movie star
This life that I'm livin'
It ain't for the timid, no
One minute you're lit
The next you fall down
No one knows the real me
I keep that real deep down, yeah

I'm Batman, I'm flyin'
You see me, I'm blindin'
Bruce Wayne don Versace
So that's what I wear
You takin' the metro
While I'm at the MET tho
Art all on the walls
I just look at myself
Their cameras be flashin'
I know that I'm dashin'
I'm wearin' all black
To keep off the front page
I'm playin', I like it
I love the attention
May roam through the night
But I live for the praise

The cold city air
I got the wind in my hair
The girls in the city man
The devil told me beware
I love the chaos of
This night I'm tryna change
This path that I'm takin'
Ain't easy, risks they may not pay
Temptation around me
Well, today I'm not a saint
May open my heart to love
I know I shouldn't take
The danger excites me
It keeps me alive
These records I'm writin'
They are my life, like you fight crime

I'm Batman, I'm flyin'
You see me, I'm blindin'
Bruce Wayne don Versace
So that's what I wear
You takin' the metro
While I'm at the MET tho
Art all on the walls
I just look at myself
Their cameras be flashin'
I know that I'm dashin'
I'm wearin' all black
To keep off the front page
I'm playin', I like it
I love the attention




May roam through the night
But I live for the praise

Overall Meaning

The Shaws's song "Batman" is an anthem to the superhero, describing the lavish lifestyle of Bruce Wayne, who becomes his nocturnal alter ego, Batman. The lyrics center on Batman's love for attention and praise, his high-end fashion statements, his luxurious lifestyle, and his dangerous path that he takes to fight crime. The song captures an essence of intimacy, with the mysterious hero singing about his thoughts and emotions, and how the chaotic city and the girls around him set his heart racing. The lyrics show that despite his heroic deeds, Batman is not a saint, and he often finds himself struggling with temptation and taking risks.


The lyrics of "Batman" celebrate the character's glamour and vitality, yet simultaneously hint at his inner conflict and doubts. The line, "I keep that real deep down," suggests that there is a part of Batman that the world never sees, and that perhaps his playboy persona and love for attention are ways of masking his true self. The lyrics, "This life that I'm living, it ain't for the timid," imply that being a hero is not an easy task and involves making sacrifices and taking risks. The song reflects on Batman's dual identity, where he is both Bruce Wayne and Batman, conveying that the life he leads is one that is filled with excitement but also fraught with danger.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm Batman, I'm flyin'
I am a powerful superhero, capable of extraordinary things.


You see me, I'm blindin'
My presence is so awe-inspiring that it overwhelms your senses.


Bruce Wayne don Versace
As Bruce Wayne, I am a wealthy, fashionable man who enjoys luxury goods.


So that's what I wear
My clothing is a reflection of my wealth and status, and I take pride in my appearance.


You takin' the metro
While you may rely on public transportation, I have the means to travel in luxury.


While I'm at the MET tho
I am a cultured and sophisticated person who appreciates the finer things in life, like fine art.


Art all on the walls
I surround myself with beauty and culture to enrich my life.


I just look at myself
Although I may admire the world around me, I am primarily focused on my own success and image.


Their cameras be flashin'
As a public figure, I am constantly in the spotlight and attracting media attention.


I know that I'm dashin'
I am confident in my appearance and the way I present myself to the world.


I'm wearin' all black
I choose to dress in a way that is sleek, sophisticated, and helps me blend into the night as Batman.


To keep off the front page
I actively avoid attracting unwanted attention or media scrutiny.


I'm playin', I like it
I love the thrill of the game and the excitement of living a double life as both Bruce Wayne and Batman.


I love the attention
As a public figure, I crave the spotlight and enjoy the adulation from my fans.


May roam through the night
I am always vigilant and ready to fight crime at a moment's notice.


But I live for the praise
Ultimately, I am driven by the desire to do good and earn the respect and admiration of the people I protect.


En route to the chalet
I am a man of means who has access to luxurious vacation homes.


Alfred with the buffet
As Batman, I have a trusty butler who helps me in my missions and provides sustenance for me and my team.


Might make a stop in time square
I am capable of traveling quickly and easily to any location I desire.


My windows be tinted
I value my privacy and take measures to maintain it, even when driving through the city.


My suit it be fitted
As Batman, I wear a specialized suit that is perfectly tailored to my body and provides me with useful tools and equipment.


One minute I'm here
My life and adventures are fast-paced and unpredictable.


And then I'm gone, zoom zoom
I am able to move quickly and deftly, eluding capture and evading danger.


My life may be scripted
As a character in a comic book or movie series, my narrative arc may be pre-determined.


But I ain't no movie star
Despite my fame and notoriety, I am a real person with real emotions and experiences.


This life that I'm livin'
My life is complicated and challenging, marked by both heroism and sacrifice.


It ain't for the timid, no
Only those with courage and determination can live the kind of life I lead.


One minute you're lit
My accomplishments and successes are often celebrated and well-known.


The next you fall down
However, the life of a hero is full of setbacks and challenges that can bring even the strongest to their knees.


No one knows the real me
Despite my status as a public figure, there are parts of me that I keep hidden from the world.


I keep that real deep down, yeah
I am a complex and multifaceted person, with many layers, some of which I keep hidden even from myself.


The cold city air
The city is an unforgiving and harsh place, where danger lurks around every corner.


I got the wind in my hair
As Batman, I am vulnerable to the elements, but my commitment to my mission keeps me going even in the face of adversity.


The girls in the city man
As Bruce Wayne, I have access to beautiful, glamorous women who are attracted to my wealth and status.


The devil told me beware
My lifestyle as a wealthy playboy and superhero can be alluring and dangerous, but I am always vigilant against corruption and temptation.


I love the chaos of
Despite the challenges of my life, I thrive on the energy and excitement of the city around me.


This night I'm tryna change
As Batman, I am constantly striving to make the city a better, safer place to live.


This path that I'm takin'
My journey as Batman is fraught with peril and uncertainty, but it is a path I have chosen for myself.


Ain't easy, risks they may not pay
The work of a superhero is inherently risky and challenging, and sometimes the rewards are not immediately evident.


Temptation around me
Despite my best efforts, there are many people and things in the world that could jeopardize my mission and my safety.


Well, today I'm not a saint
As a human being, I am not perfect, and I sometimes make mistakes or falter in my commitment to my mission.


May open my heart to love
Despite the risks and challenges of my life, I remain open to the possibility of finding love and companionship.


I know I shouldn't take
However, I am aware that romance can be a distraction from my mission, and I must be careful not to let my emotions get the best of me.


The danger excites me
As Batman, I am always looking for ways to challenge myself and test my limits, and danger is an inherent part of that quest.


It keeps me alive
The risk and excitement of my work as Batman is what gives my life purpose and meaning.


These records I'm writin'
As a musician, I am also an artist who expresses my emotions and experiences through my music.


They are my life, like you fight crime
Just as I am committed to fighting crime as Batman, I am also committed to making music that reflects my life and experiences.




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Written by: harry shaw

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