Lyrics
From the California shore to New York City
Refers to the music's widespread reach from the West Coast to the East Coast.
The beat don't never stop
Highlights the continuous, uninterrupted nature of the beat.
You can hear it on the radio anywhere you go
Emphasizes the omnipresence of the music on the radio, regardless of location.
It's steady as the rhythm of a clock
Compares the constancy of the music's rhythm to that of a clock.
It cuts through the noise of the city life
Illustrates how the music stands out amidst the noisy urban environment.
It won't seem to go away
Indicates the persistence of the music despite efforts to ignore or escape it.
It's the devil in disguise I tell you no lies
Suggests that the music, despite its allure, may have negative or deceptive qualities.
My fingers do the walking everyday
Expresses the constant interaction with music, possibly through playing instruments.
Yonder comes a young girl she wants to take a whirl
Introduces a young girl intrigued by the music scene.
She thinks it's all a dream
Implies the girl perceives the music world as surreal or fantastical.
She got rock and roll way down in her soul
Highlights her deep connection or affinity with rock and roll music.
She wants to know where's the limousine
Shows her interest in the glamour associated with the music industry.
Get up honey let your mama sit down
Suggests a shift in roles, with the younger generation taking charge.
You're too young anyway
Advises caution due to youthfulness and inexperience.
The devil in disguise give her the prize
Reiterates the idea of music having a deceptive or potentially negative side.
Then you can carry her away
Implies an opportunity to win something desirable through music's influence.
When the road I travel starts to unravel
Reflects on challenges encountered while pursuing a certain path in life.
Every which way it goes
Describes the unpredictable nature of the journey.
The beat starts to press on my bullet proof vest
Suggests pressure or intensity building up.
And my high turns out to be low
Highlights a contrast between initial expectations and reality.
Give me my guitar I'm going to go far
Expresses a desire to create music and achieve success in the industry.
Let me see it let me hold it in my hand
Symbolizes the connection between the musician and their instrument.
I'm the devil in disguise I tell you no lies
Reiterates the idea of music having a potentially misleading or negative influence.
I'm playing in a rock 'n roll band
Asserts the involvement in the music industry as a musician.
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