The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
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Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
Kingston Town
Various Artists Lyrics
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UB40
The night seems to fade
But the moonlight lingers on
There are wonders for everyone
The stars shine so bright
There is magic in Kingston Town
Oh Kingston Town
The place I long to be
If I had the whole world
I would give it away
Just to see, the girls at play
And when I am king
Surely I would need a queen
And a palace and everything, yeah
And now I am king
And my queen will come at dawn
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
Oh Kingston Town
The place I long to be
If I had the whole world
I would give it away
Just to see, the girls at play
Yeah
When I am king
Surely I would need a queen
And a palace and everything, yeah
And now I am king
And my queen will come at dawn
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
Right now
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
Oh yeah
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
โKingston Townโ is a popular song by UB40 that was released in 1989. The song is about a man who dreams of becoming a king and finding his queen in the magical city of Kingston Town. The song describes the beauty of the moonlight, the wonders in the city, and the shining stars that fade away at dawn. The singer longs to be in Kingston Town and would give away the whole world just to see the girls at play.
The singer imagines himself as a king who would need a palace and everything, but most importantly, a queen who would come at dawn and wait for him in Kingston Town. The song is a romantic portrayal of a paradise-like town with beautiful women, a king, and a queen. The singer's dream of being in Kingston Town is emphasized throughout the song, with the repetition of the phrase "Oh Kingston Town, the place I long to be."
The song has a reggae beat that is characteristic of UB40's music, and it is often cited as the band's most famous song. The song has been covered by various artists and has been used in several films and TV shows.
Line by Line Meaning
The night seems to fade
As darkness fades away, the world slowly wakes up to a new day.
But the moonlight lingers on
Even though the night is over, the soft light of the moon stays as a reminder of the night's beauty.
There are wonders for everyone
The world is full of amazing and awe-inspiring things that can be appreciated by anyone who takes the time to notice them.
The stars shine so bright
In the darkness of the night, stars shine so brightly that they seem to light up the world.
But they're fading after dawn
As the sun rises, the stars slowly fade away, signaling the start of a new day.
There is magic in Kingston Town
Kingston Town has a special charm and enchantment that captivates all who visit there.
Oh Kingston Town
The singer is expressing his desire for Kingston Town in a longing and passionate way.
The place I long to be
The singer feels an intense longing to be in Kingston Town, which he sees as a place of great beauty and wonder.
If I had the whole world
In comparison to a place as magical as Kingston Town, owning the whole world would hold no value.
I would give it away
The singer would happily give up the whole world just to be able to experience the joys of being in Kingston Town.
Just to see, the girls at play
The singer finds the playful and carefree nature of girls in Kingston Town to be a source of joy and happiness.
And when I am king
The singer is speaking in hypothetical terms, describing a scenario where he becomes a king with great power and influence.
Surely, I would need a queen
As a king, the singer would desire a queen to share his throne and share in his rule.
And a palace and everything, yeah
The singer envisions himself living in a grand palace with all the luxuries and comforts befitting a king.
And now I am king
The singer is speaking in hypothetical terms, imagining himself as a king with all the power and status that comes with it.
And my queen will come at dawn
The singer envisions his queen arriving in Kingston Town at sunrise, a fittingly grand and romantic entrance.
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
The singer imagines his queen waiting for him in the magical and enchanting world of Kingston Town.
Right now
The singer emphasizes the sense of urgency and anticipation he feels for his queen's arrival.
Oh yeah
The singer expresses his enthusiasm and excitement for his long-awaited reunion with his queen.
Contributed by Victoria Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@daryasmith7387
The night seems to fade,
But the moonlight lingers on
There are wonders for everyone
The stars shine so bright,
But they're fading after dawn
There is magic in Kingston Town
Oh Kingston Town,
The place I long to be
If I had the whole world
I would give it away
Just to see, the girls at play
Ooh, ooh, ooh
And when I am king,
surely I would need a queen
And a palace and everything, yeah
And now I am king,
And my queen will come at dawn
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
Oh Kingston Town,
The place I long to be
If I had the whole world
I would give it away
Just to see, the girls at play
Ooh, ooh, ooh
And when I am king,
surely I would need a queen
And a palace and everything, yeah
And now I am king,
And my queen will come at dawn
She'll be waiting in Kingston Town
@kaninimutete5740
My dad used to love this song โค...Every time I listen to it reminds me so much of him ๐๐ญ.I miss you daddy.
@VibersVibin
โค๐ถโค๐ถโค๐ถ big love to you and your dad hope you think of all the happy times thanks for sharing ๐๐
@faridmusa7485
sorry
@akshayr4138
The exact same reason I am here listening to this song ๐โค๏ธ
@michikat6399
๐ฅบ๐ฅบ๐ฅบ๐
@jack_dylan7401
Make that me aswelโฆ right in the feels itโs good to be able to look listen to music and it brings back the good old times ๐
@moniqueteona8464
My parents used to listen to UB40 when I was a child. Now I am 37. Rest in peace dad!
@VibersVibin
Nice big love homie make him proud ๐๐ ๐ฆ๐โค
@kkhan7862
๐ฅฒ๐ฅฒ
@nicoleruth6181
Be strong