Lyrics
Everywhere I hear the sound of marching feet, boy
Observation of the constant presence of marching footsteps, indicating a time of potential unrest or rebellion.
Cause summer's here and the time is right for fighting in the street, boy
Describing the arrival of summer as a catalyst for street confrontations or fights.
But what can a poor boy do
Expressing helplessness about the situation as a financially disadvantaged individual.
'Cept to sing for a rock 'n' roll band
Having no other choice but to perform music as a member of a rock 'n' roll band.
Cause in sleepy London town
Highlighting that in the quiet and peaceful city of London, there's no acceptance or place for someone inclined toward street fighting.
There's just no place for a street fighting man
Reiterating the lack of acceptance or space for street fighting within London.
No !
An emphatic rejection or refusal.
Hey ! Think the time is right for a palace revolution
Suggesting the right time for a radical change or rebellion against authority.
But where I live the game to play is compromise solution
Contrasting the desire for revolution with the prevailing atmosphere of compromise in the singer's surroundings.
Well, what can a poor boy do
Reiterating the helplessness of a financially disadvantaged individual in such a situation.
'Cept to sing for a rock 'n' roll band
Reaffirming the only option available—singing in a rock 'n' roll band—as a means of expression.
Cause in sleepy London town
Re-emphasizing the lack of acceptance or space for street fighting within London.
There's just no place for a street fighting man
Reiterating the absence of a place or acceptance for street fighting within London.
No ! No ! No !
An emphatic refusal or rejection (repeated).
Get down !
No specific meaning in the lyrics (instrumental break).
Hey ! Said my name is called disturbance
Introducing oneself as a source of disturbance or disruption.
I'll shout and scream, I'll kill the king, I'll rail at all his servants
Expressing a willingness to protest vehemently, challenge authority, and rebel against the established order.
Well, what can a poor boy do
Reiterating the helplessness of a financially disadvantaged individual in such a situation.
'Cept to sing in a rock 'n' roll band
Reaffirming the only option available—singing in a rock 'n' roll band—as a means of expression.
Cause in sleepy London town
Reiterating the lack of acceptance or space for street fighting within London.
There's just no place for a street fighting man
Emphasizing the absence of a place or acceptance for street fighting within London.
No ! No ! No !
An emphatic refusal or rejection (repeated).
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