Lyrics
There's a light in the city
Refers to the presence of vibrant energy or excitement in the city.
Standing five miles high
Symbolic height emphasizing the city's grandeur and prominence.
I'm crossing that river
Metaphorically crossing a river, suggesting a journey or transition.
There's a girl on my mind
Someone occupies the singer's thoughts; a romantic interest.
And it's high atop the buildings
Describing the cityscape, likely emphasizing its modern and urban nature.
Flashing Red
Buildings with flashing red lights, creating a vivid and dynamic image.
It's just a one more reason
Another reason why the person is stuck in the singer's thoughts.
She's stuck in my head
Expresses the persistence of thoughts about the girl in the singer's mind.
And it buzzes like neon
Describing the emotional impact of the girl's presence using neon imagery.
And it makes me feel fine
The girl's influence on the singer brings positive emotions.
The way she leads me on
The girl's actions create a positive and promising outlook for the singer.
It's a real good sign
Seeing the girl's behavior as an encouraging and optimistic indication.
These dirty brick cities
Describing generic, unremarkable urban areas with a negative connotation.
They all look the same
Highlighting the sameness and lack of individuality in these cities.
Not one damn person
Expressing a sense of anonymity, feeling unnoticed in the crowded cities.
Ever knows my name
The singer's name remains unknown to anyone in these places.
And the clouds ain't liftin'
Weather conditions may be gloomy or unclear, reflecting the singer's mood.
There's something within
Suggests internal turmoil or emotions within the singer.
Saying a change in the weather
Hopeful anticipation of a positive change in the singer's life.
Will coming 'round again
Belief that better times are on the horizon.
And it buzzes like neon
Reiteration of the positive impact the girl has on the singer's emotions.
And it makes me feel fine
Continued expression of the positive feelings generated by the girl.
The way she leads me on
Reaffirming the positive influence of the girl's actions.
It's a real good sign
Emphasizing the positive and encouraging nature of the girl's behavior.
Well, from Lawrence to Springfield
Mention of specific locations, possibly representing a physical journey.
There ain't nothing out there
Describes the emptiness or lack of interest in the mentioned locations.
'Cept hills and prairies
Depiction of the geographical features and climate of the mentioned areas.
And this cold dry air
Describing the environmental conditions in the mentioned locations.
And I'm starting to hear voices
Suggests a sense of loneliness or isolation through the mention of voices.
From home sweet home
Refers to the singer's home, indicating a desire for familiarity and comfort.
Too far out to turn around
A sense of commitment to the current path, despite difficulties.
Tired of being alone
Expressing weariness and longing for companionship.
And it buzzes like neon
Reiteration of the positive impact the girl has on the singer's emotions.
And it makes me feel fine
Continued expression of the positive feelings generated by the girl.
The way she leads me on
Reaffirming the positive influence of the girl's actions.
It's a real good sign
Emphasizing the positive and encouraging nature of the girl's behavior.
Yeah' buzzes like neon
Reiteration of the neon imagery, emphasizing the positive feelings.
Oh, and makes me feel fine
Continued expression of the positive feelings generated by the girl.
And the way she leads me on
Reaffirming the positive influence of the girl's actions.
It's a real good sign
Emphasizing the enduring positive impact of the girl on the singer.
It buzzes like neon (buzzes like neon)
Reiteration of the neon imagery, emphasizing the positive feelings.
It buzzes like neon
Final emphasis on the enduring positive impact of the girl on the singer.
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