Rhinestone Cowboy
Embracing Stardom: Journey Amidst Life's Compromises
Lyrics
I've been walkin' these streets so long
I've been walking these streets for a long time.
Singin' the same old song
Singing the same old song repeatedly.
I know every crack in these dirty
I'm familiar with every crack in the dirty sidewalks of Broadway.
Sidewalks of Broadway
Describing the environment and setting of the streets.
Where hustle's the name of the game
Where success often involves intense effort and competition.
And nice guys get washed away like the snow and the rain
Good people face challenges and difficulties, similar to how snow and rain can be washed away.
There's been a load of compromisin'
There have been compromises made on the journey towards my goals.
On the road to my horizon
Referring to the challenges faced on the path to personal success.
But I'm gonna be
Despite compromises, there is determination to reach the destination.
Where the lights are shinin' on me
Desire to be in the spotlight where success is evident.
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Comparing oneself to a rhinestone cowboy, symbolizing flashy success and glamour.
Riding out on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo
Imagery of riding on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo, portraying a glamorous and celebrated life.
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Receiving attention and recognition, possibly for achievements.
Getting cards and letters from people I don't even know
Getting acknowledgment from strangers through cards and letters.
And offers comin' over the phone
Receiving offers and opportunities via phone calls.
Well, I really don't mind the rain
Acceptance of challenges and difficulties without complaint.
And a smile can hide all the pain
A positive attitude can conceal emotional pain.
But you're down when you're ridin' the train
Feeling low during the journey, especially when taking a longer route.
That's takin' the long way
Metaphorically describing a challenging and indirect path to success.
And I dream of the things I'll do
Dreaming about future achievements and experiences.
With a subway token and a dollar tucked inside my shoe
Having minimal resources but hopeful about future success.
There'll be a load of compromisin'
Continuing to make compromises on the journey towards personal goals.
On the road to my horizon
Highlighting ongoing challenges on the path to success.
But I'm gonna be
Despite compromises, there is determination to reach the destination.
Where the lights are shinin' on me
Desire to be in the spotlight where success is evident.
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Comparing oneself to a rhinestone cowboy, symbolizing flashy success and glamour.
Riding out on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo
Imagery of riding on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo, portraying a glamorous and celebrated life.
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Receiving attention and recognition, possibly for achievements.
Gettin' cards and letters from people I don't even know
Getting acknowledgment from strangers through cards and letters.
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