The City
The Tints Lyrics
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Its the place where we lost ourselves
Walking through the city
I swear its where we lost ourselves
And if we talk and move and we've got something to prove
Than I dont want to do that today
If we talk and move than we've got something to lose
So take me there
To the place that you go
I've got nothing to say
And I'm willing to know
And I dont know what I'm missing
And I dont know what I'm leaving so
Shooting high in the city
I'm trying to turn off the lights
Waking up in the city
But getting there was even at night [?]
And if we talk and move and we've got something to prove
Than I dont want to do that today
If we talk and move than we've got something to lose
And I dont want to give that away
So take me there
To the place that you go
I've got nothing to say
And I'm willing to know
And I dont know what I'm missing
And I dont know what I'm leaving so
The song "The City" by The Tints is a reflection on the experience of wandering through a bustling city, and how it can affect a person's sense of identity and purpose. The lyrics suggest that in the city, it is easy to lose oneself and become caught up in the fast-paced, competitive movement of those around us. There is a sense of both fascination and fear in the language used, as the singer seems both captivated by and intimidated by the chaos of the city.
The repeated line "And if we talk and move and we've got something to prove / Than I don't want to do that today" highlights the idea that in the city, there is pressure to always be performing and striving to achieve something. However, the singer rejects this pressure and instead expresses a desire to simply be taken to a place where they can experience something genuine and new. They acknowledge that they don't know what they're missing or leaving behind, but are willing to explore.
The chorus of the song is both melancholic and hopeful, emphasizing the conflicting emotions that the city can evoke. It suggests that in the midst of chaos and confusion, there is still beauty to be found and new experiences to be had.
Overall, "The City" is a thoughtful and introspective exploration of the urban experience, with lyrics that encourage the listener to reflect on their own relationship with the spaces they inhabit.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking through the city
Strolling around the urban area
Its the place where we lost ourselves
A place where we got entangled and disorientated
I swear its where we lost ourselves
An affirmation that we indeed lost ourselves in that place
And if we talk and move and we've got something to prove
If we engage in actions with the intention of demonstrating something
Than I dont want to do that today
I'm not interested in doing that at the moment
If we talk and move than we've got something to lose
We stand to forfeit something if we engage in movement and speech
And I dont want to give that away
I don't want to lose what we have
So take me there
Lead me to the place
To the place that you go
To wherever you are accustomed to visit
I've got nothing to say
I'm silent
And I'm willing to know
I'm curious
And I dont know what I'm missing
I'm unaware of what I'm lacking
And I dont know what I'm leaving so
I'm unsure of what I'm abandoning
Shooting high in the city
Aiming for great heights in the town
I'm trying to turn off the lights
My efforts to switch off the lights
Waking up in the city
Coming to consciousness in the urban area
But getting there was even at night [?]
The journey to the city was even challenging during the night
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WakeandBreakSportsCards
I just drove through on the way to Game 7 Dallas at Phoenix I was absolutely in Shock
It’s absolutely absurd
We are the richest country in the history of the world and it’s sad to see we can “support and send Billions over seas “ but we are heading to a NBA Game and witness this in person
Time to clear and clean the streets
This is Criminal
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If you are reading this
Never Give Up
No Price is too high
Never let go of the rope
I Love ❤️ You
Let’s be part of the. Solution !!!
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LD Belanger
As the man who was interviewed said- homelessness isn’t the issue it’s the side effect. If billions have been spent it’s time to find where did it go and hold people responsible.
Gormen Freeman
Trillions of dollars of non-reneweable, renewable resources; and, human labor has been put all in the wrong places. Now United States needs new infrastructure and printing money causes immediate inflation.
Douglas Howard
It went to the politicians.
Mgtowski
Stay safe.
Koba
Its even worse when that money is spent on spikes near stores to make sure the homeless doesn't camp there. Or poles and even robots that shoo away them. Its sad...
SandCrabNews
"NGO" Non-government Organization, churches, charities, etc.
Aaron Goetz
Coming from a rental property owner, I've had my property for 16 years without raising the rent once and have always remained profitable, while keeping tenants happy. Communication, mutual respect, and humility are key. The rise in rent cost is fueled purely by greed. No one who can help this crisis will ever do anything to actually fix it, nor do they care about these people. The homeless don't contribute to campaigns and they can't take on new debt, and because of that they are not valued as human beings by any elected official or CEO.
Exotic Creations
Thank you for being a human being that gives a shit about his/her fellow mankind not enough of you
Boringo PR
Finally one owner of a apartment building being honest thank you as a homeless vet I thank you for your honesty 👍
capricorn11
if it weren’t for rent control i’d have to move