Down at the Uptown
Vows at the Uptown: A Journey through Real Life Lyrics
Lyrics
It was a real live world, and I wanna live in it
Expressing a desire to be part of a vibrant, genuine world and live fully in it.
I got up and sung in overrun places like this
Recalling past experiences of performing in crowded venues, possibly feeling overwhelmed.
Christmas lights, but nobody gave a shit, I guess
Noting the lack of interest or care during a festive time, perhaps reflecting on disillusionment.
Was a real live world, and I wanna live in it
Reiterating the longing to be part of a lively and authentic world.
So if I'm a stranger now
Acknowledging a sense of being a stranger or disconnected from the familiar.
And runnin' on my own time
Emphasizing independence and marching to one's own rhythm.
It's 'cause I made a vow
Referring to a personal commitment that may have led to the current state of being a stranger.
Down at the Uptown
Refers to a significant commitment or decision made at the Uptown, possibly a pivotal place.
Horses ran on the radio
Imagery of horses on the radio, suggesting a mix of the mundane and the extraordinary.
Trouble's in the bathroom, sleepin' off a bad one
Describing a troubled situation in private, possibly recovering from a challenging experience.
Greed is selling roses out the back door
Highlighting the negative aspects of greed, using the metaphor of selling roses clandestinely.
It was a real live world, and I wanna live in it
Reiterating the desire to live in a vibrant, real world despite encountered challenges.
So if I'm a stranger now
Reemphasizing the sense of being a stranger and operating on a personal timeline.
And runnin' on my own time
Continuing the theme of independence and self-determined pace.
It's 'cause I made a vow
Connecting personal choices and commitments to the experience at the Uptown.
Down at the Uptown
Reiterating the significance of a vow made at the Uptown, possibly a life-changing decision.
Mama, I'm standing on the ledge-i-o
Addressing someone (Mama) and suggesting a precarious situation on the edge.
Run, jump, or fly? I think I caught a bad one
Describing a risky situation, perhaps influenced by a negative experience.
I guess we only get so many chances to shine
Reflecting on limited opportunities for success or happiness in life.
It was a real live world and I wanna live in it
Reiterating the desire to live fully in a real, dynamic world.
So if I'm a stranger now
Maintaining a sense of being a stranger and operating independently.
And runnin' on my own time
Expressing autonomy and running on a self-determined schedule.
It's 'cause I made a vow
Linking personal choices and lifestyle to a commitment made at the Uptown.
Down at the Uptown
Reiterating the significance of a vow made at the Uptown, possibly a life-changing decision.
So if I'm a stranger now
Repeating the theme of being a stranger and operating independently.
And runnin' on my own time
Continuing the emphasis on personal autonomy and individual timeline.
It's 'cause I made a vow
Reaffirming the connection between personal choices and the commitment made at the Uptown.
Down at the Uptown
Stressing the enduring significance of the vow made at the Uptown.
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