Tatty Laces
Urban Tapestry: Embracing Ragamuffins and Rebel Souls
Lyrics
All of the chavs and the ravers
All individuals categorized as chavs and ravers
All the ones lost in the pavements
People who feel lost or marginalized in society
We won't let your culture slip away
A commitment to preserving their cultural identity
All of the fucked and the faithless
Those who are struggling or disillusioned with faith
Clingin' on to tatty laces
Symbolically holding onto worn-out or damaged aspects of their culture
We can't let your culture slip away
An urgency to prevent their culture from disappearing
This is a homage to the ragamuffin big nothin's
A tribute to the underprivileged and overlooked individuals
Big up to takeaway tray generations
Respect for generations surviving on takeaway containers
Harry met Sally in a nightclub in Newport
Referencing a meeting in a nightclub, possibly emphasizing unexpected connections
Down Chippy Alley was a world that we all thought was wrong
A place that was perceived negatively but found acceptance
But it's alright on the night
Despite initial perceptions, things are fine in the moment
Where are the hungriest junglists who only want to get pissed?
Mention of individuals seeking pleasure without deeper intentions
And big little towns, ups and downs
Small towns experiencing various ups and downs
Just for multiple rounds with the clowns
Engaging with life's challenges while encountering jesters
Did you ever see the DJ look so down?
Observing a DJ's apparent sadness
Daisy chains pursuin' fame who used to live in Pentrebane
People who once pursued fame through unconventional means
The only way to make a name was singin' in Womanby lane
Singing in a particular lane as a way to gain recognition
It was always tunes up in the stars
Past focus on music and aspirations, now shifted to pursuing relationships
And now it's chasin' girls in bars
Transition to different priorities, but familiar faces remain
But the same old faces are still at large
Dancing or moving on the city streets
Bouncin' on the neon tar
Reference to a specific attire and its impact on self-esteem
Baby blue tracksuit - release me from this acne
Using local taxi services to travel from one area to another
Dragon Taxis pick me up from Llanrumney
Connecting different parts of the city, asking for solidarity
St Mellons to Ely, put your hands up if you feel me
Uniting people from different areas if they relate to the message
All the nutters and spacecakers
Embracing eccentric or unconventional personalities
'alf and 'alf munchers and wasters
Referencing people with mixed or diverse interests and habits
Please don't let the city get you down
Encouragement not to succumb to negativity in the city
All dealer types and money makers
Various individuals involved in financial activities
Local characters reppin' Cathays cause
Specifically acknowledging unique individuals from Cathays area
You're the only interesting people in this town!
Recognizing the distinctiveness and interest these individuals bring to the town
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