Lyrics
It's a red, red glow above the skyline,
Describing a vibrant, reddish glow above the city skyline.
Feel the city twitch,
Sensory perception of the city's movement or activity.
Feel the city wake.
Noticing the awakening of the city.
It's a black, black sky by 6pm,
Referring to a darkening sky, possibly indicative of evening.
Makes me feel inspired,
Feeling motivated or stimulated by the city.
Makes me feel alone.
Experiencing a sense of loneliness despite the inspiration.
I'm coming home to you.
Expressing the intention to return home.
The Greater London Radio tonight,
Referring to a radio station, possibly as a metaphor for connection.
Says no matter what I do I can't speed my love to you.
Expressing difficulty in conveying love due to external obstacles.
Traffic's caused a roadblock in my heart,
Comparing emotional barriers to a roadblock caused by traffic.
Hold on my sweetheart,
Encouraging a loved one to hold on despite challenges.
Hold on my sweetheart,
Repeating the encouragement to hold on.
I'm going to mend my wicked ways,
Expressing a commitment to change one's behavior.
Now I've lost my friends I have something to say.
Reflecting on personal growth after losing friends.
The city has no faith if we've no faith in the city,
Stating the importance of faith in the city for the individual.
But this is my home, this is where I want to be.
Affirming a strong connection to the city as home.
And on the radio, it's the evening news,
Listening to the evening news on the radio.
But all I think of is you.
Despite external distractions, thoughts are focused on a loved one.
I used to think it was our politics not how we treat people,
Realization that personal behavior, not just politics, defines identity.
That taught us who we are,
Understanding the impact of how people are treated on self-perception.
I was wrong.
Admitting a previous misconception about the source of identity.
I can't make it OK.
Acknowledging inability to make things okay.
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