Uptown Folks
Uptown Reflections: Wealth, Delirium, and Crooked Bones
Lyrics
Priests and the, the judges, rabbis pay very well
Priests, judges, and rabbis receive substantial payment for their services.
We aren't really here 'til we've found a way
Our existence feels incomplete until we discover a way or purpose.
A way to die, a way to die
An exploration for a way to end life.
Talking emptiness send to the edge, bump shots and religion
Discussing an empty feeling, venturing to extremes, mixing alcohol and faith.
The saloon is my refuge
The bar serves as a safe place or sanctuary.
Uptown folks pay very well, indeed
People from wealthier areas compensate generously.
Uptown folks pay very well, indeed
Wealthier individuals in upscale areas offer significant rewards.
Back to the, the garden where the rich folks love a walk
Returning to an affluent community where the wealthy enjoy leisurely walks.
Don't chop wood for practice, your place is here in the world
Don't waste effort on unnecessary tasks; belong to the world of the wealthy.
Delirium, delirium, maybe it's just cold outside
Suggesting confusion or hallucinations, possibly due to the cold weather.
Crooked bones show the king's feet
Irregularities or abnormalities in one's body reveal the status or flaws of the ruler.
Uptown folks pay very well, indeed
Wealthy people in high-status areas give substantial compensation.
Uptown folks pay very well, indeed
High-status individuals in affluent regions provide generous rewards.
Back to the, the garden
Repeated chorus emphasizing the return to a wealthy, privileged community.
Back to the garden we will go
-Back to the, the garden
-Back to the garden we will go
-Back to the, the garden
-Back to the garden we will go
-Back to the, the garden
-Back to the garden we will go
-Back to the, the garden
-Back to the garden we will go
-Back to the, the garden
-Back to the garden we will go
-Uptown folks pay very well
Reiteration of the affluent class offering significant compensation.
Uptown folks pay very well
-Uptown folks pay very well
-Uptown folks pay very well, indeed
-Uptown folks pay very well
-Uptown folks pay very well
-Uptown folks, they pay very well
Wealthy individuals are known for their generous remuneration.
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