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Tom T Lyrics
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Looking everywhere
Hard times in the city
In a hard town by the sea
Hard times in the city
In a hard town by the sea
Ain't nowhere to run to
There ain't nothing here for free
And they don't know why
Cuz the city's dying
And they don't know why
Hard times in the city
In a hard town by the sea
In Tom T's song "Mix," the opening lines speak of a sense of searching and yearning. The singer is trying to find the ocean, looking everywhere in what appears to be a city. It's clear that they are struggling, and the repetition of "hard times in the city" adds to the sense of struggle and desperation. The phrase "hard town by the sea" creates an image of a desolate place, where even the ocean seems out of reach.
It's clear that the singer is trying to escape the difficulties of the city, but there is nowhere to run to. The phrase "there ain't nothing here for free" suggests that the singer is struggling to make a living, and they can't find any respite from their struggles. The repeated line about the city dying underscores the sense of hopelessness and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Trying to find the ocean
Tom T is searching for something greater than what he currently has.
Looking everywhere
He's actively seeking but having trouble finding what he's looking for.
Hard times in the city
The city is going through tough times.
In a hard town by the sea
Tom T is situated in a town by the sea, which experiences difficulties just like any other city.
Ain't nowhere to run to
There's no escape from the challenges in the city.
There ain't nothing here for free
Nothing good comes easy; you have to work for it.
Cuz the city's dying
The city is sick, declining socially and economically.
And they don't know why
They can't pinpoint the reason behind the city's decline, but it's happening.
Hard times in the city
The city's woes continue to affect its inhabitants.
In a hard town by the sea
Life is tough in this town but Tom T still chooses to remain there, perhaps for sentimental or practical reasons.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Thomas Mulherin
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@darkomtobia
Subbed because I somehow saw this.
Tom T Hall is among my absolute earliest musical memories. Of the few bright spots of my childhood were his songs.
His passing hit me like when Elvis passed.
Seeing him was a goal I was never able to realize, sadly.
I hope he's able to know how much his music meant to many folks.
RIP
@ryankelly2851
His songs will be told and his stories will be sung forever 🙏
@davidbrown4868
What an amazing songwriter. I just loved his talent for making life's lessons real.
@roberthodge2771
God loves a fine singer; sure was that.
@stilltryin71
Tom T. Hall was one of my favorite singers. Loved all the songs he wrote. There will ever be another one like him, an original. I will miss him. Condolences to his family. 💔🙏
@jimmymassey7375
One of my most favorite performers of all time. We lost one of the greats.
@Mike583
I hope Tom & his late wife are together again. RIP to one of the greatest storytellers to ever put words to music.❤
@bluefeatherlf7992
They are Robert.
@janetfarris3739
I love every song by Tom T Hall. I sure miss him and his music 😢. Though I know he is home now and not in pain any longer. RIP
@francocaballero6712
Hi Janet hope you’re okay?
@johnhariis250
Yeah, Tom's just gone home 😇💔
Rest in Peace 🕊️🕊️🕊️