Lyrics
It was Saturday nite, the moon was bright
Setting the scene on a Saturday night with a bright moon.
Shining down, it's harvest light
Describing the moonlight as if it's a harvest light.
Music all around to hear, set the stage
Highlighting the presence of music, creating a stage and atmosphere.
And atmosphere--many dress to suit
People dressing according to their preferences, contributing to the atmosphere.
Their taste, participate in the ego race
Encouraging individuality in participating in social dynamics.
Tonite's the night, for you to be
Emphasizing that tonight is an opportunity for personal significance.
Biggest man in history
Suggesting a chance to become historically significant.
Saturday nite's your curtain call
Saturday night as a moment for an individual's spotlight.
You found your place after all
Finding one's place and purpose in the events of the night.
I saw a face in the crowd
Observing a face in the crowd expressing without words.
Sayin' nothin', yet talking loud
Contrasting silence with a loud presence in the crowd.
Life is just a day
Life depicted as a fleeting day.
Living games we play
Acknowledging the games and challenges in life.
London Bridge is fallin' down
Symbolic reference to instability or challenges in life.
Do what Simon says
Encouraging following instructions, possibly a metaphor for conformity.
Doing what you feel,
Advocating for genuine expression of feelings.
Games can be unreal
Highlighting the unreality of certain games.
Humpty-Dumpty when you fall
Reference to Humpty-Dumpty, suggesting irreparable damage.
There be no one here to call
No one to rely on in times of trouble or downfall.
Life is stil your mystery
Life remains a mystery despite experiences.
You see, you see, you see
Repetition emphasizing a realization or insight.
Many friends, who gather 'round
Depicting a gathering of friends for safety and comfort.
In hope, to feel safe and sound
Seeking safety and security within social connections.
We emphasize, to make it clear
Stressing the importance of clarity in communication.
Our stumbling nations atmosphere
Referring to the collective atmosphere of a stumbling nation.
While looking thru the looking glass
Using a looking glass as a metaphor for reflection.
Our vision show, a stormy past
Reflection showing a turbulent historical past.
When you gonna wake, and see the sun--
Urging awakening to reality and a brighter future.
Stop wasting time and having fun
Admonishing against wasting time and emphasizing responsibility.
Life is just a day
Reiteration of life being a transient experience.
Daily games we play
Acknowledging daily challenges and games.
London Bridge has fallen down
Symbolic reference to challenges or collapses in life.
You did what Simon said
Reflecting on past actions following instructions.
Doing what you feel
Advocating for genuine expression despite societal expectations.
Games are so unreal
Commenting on the unreal nature of certain societal games.
Humpty-Dumpty why'd you fall
Reference to Humpty-Dumpty, questioning the consequences of a fall.
You see there's no one here to call
Emphasizing the lack of support or help in times of trouble.
Now we've solved this mystery
Claiming a resolution or understanding of life's mysteries.
You see, you see, you see
Repetition for emphasis on a realization or insight.
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