ABC
The Streets Lyrics

Boy
Addressing the listener, possibly in a playful or sarcastic manner.

Look at that beautiful absolutely marvelous word
Expressing wonder and amazement at the word ABC and its appearance.

ABC-DEF-GHI-JKL-MNOP-QRSTUV-WXYZ
Reciting the alphabet in a fun and catchy way, highlighting the unique combination of letters in the word ABC.

It's the most remarkable word I've ever seen
Stating the importance and fascination of the word ABC, which stands out among other words.

I wish I knew exactly what I mean
Expressing confusion about the meaning of the word ABC and a desire for clarity.

It starts out like an "A" word as anyone can see
Noticing that the word ABC begins with the letter A, but acknowledging that it quickly becomes something more complex and less familiar.

But somewhere in the middle it gets awful "QR" to me
Pointing out the unusual and potentially difficult letters that appear in the middle of the word ABC, such as Q and R, which may make it hard to interpret or understand.

If I ever find out just what this word can mean
Expressing a desire to uncover the true definition and significance of the word ABC.

I'll be the smartest bird the world has ever seen!
Humorously suggesting that knowing the meaning of the word ABC would make the artist exceptionally intelligent, using bird as a playful metaphor for themselves.

Funny word
Commenting on the unusual nature of the word ABC.

What that strange looking word possibly mean?
Asking a rhetorical question about the potential meaning of the word ABC, highlighting its indeterminate and puzzling nature.

It might be kind of an elephant
Proposing a fanciful and unlikely definition for the word ABC, such as a type of animal.

Or a funny kind of kazoo
Suggesting another fanciful interpretation for ABC, such as a musical instrument.

Or strange, exotic turtle
Offering yet another fanciful possibility for the meaning of ABC, such as a type of animal that is uncommon or unheard of.

You never see in a zoo
Emphasizing the uniqueness and obscurity of the potential meanings for ABC.

Or maybe a kind of a doggie
Proposing a more familiar and lighthearted possibility for the meaning of ABC, such as a type of pet.

Or particular shade of blue
Suggesting a more abstract or creative interpretation for the meaning of ABC, such as a color.

Naah, not with a name like that, uh uh!
Rejecting the idea that ABC could refer to a pretty flower, since the word itself does not sound like it would be associated with something delicate or floral.