Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters: Navigating Dreams in New York
Lyrics
Now I know
Realization or newfound understanding
"Spanish Harlem" are not just pretty words to say
Acknowledging the significance of "Spanish Harlem," indicating a deeper meaning
I thought I knew
Previous knowledge or perception
But now I know that rose trees never grow
Recognition that certain beautiful things, like rose trees, don't thrive in New York City
In New York City
Specifically referring to the setting of New York City
Until you've seen this trash can dream come true
Describing a dream coming true amid challenging circumstances
You stand at the edge while people, they run you through
Being at a vulnerable state while others criticize or mistreat
I thank the Lord there's people out there like you
Expressing gratitude for supportive people
I thank the Lord there's people out there like you
Reiterating gratitude for the presence of supportive individuals
While Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
Reference to both elegant and unconventional individuals
Sons of bankers, sons of lawyers
Indicating diverse backgrounds or social classes
Turn around and say, "Good morning" to the night
Contrasting greetings with the reality of their lives
For unless they see the sky
Depicting a limitation in perception, unable to see the sky
But they can't and that is why
Explaining the reason for their limited vision
They know not if it's dark outside or light
Highlighting the lack of awareness about external conditions
This Broadway's got
Describing the richness of Broadway in terms of experiences
It's got a lot of songs to sing
Highlighting the abundance of stories to share
And if I knew the tunes, I might join in
Expressing a willingness to participate if familiar with the tunes
I go my way alone
Choosing an individual path
I'll grow my own, my own seeds shall be sown
Commitment to personal growth and independence
In New York City
Reiterating the setting of actions in New York City
Subway's no way for a good man to go down
Commenting on the challenges of using the subway for a good person
Rich man can ride, and the hobo, he can drown
Highlighting the contrasting experiences of the rich and the destitute
I thank the Lord for the people I have found
Expressing gratitude for the positive influences in life
I thank the Lord for the people I have found
Reiterating gratitude for the positive influences in life
While Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
Revisiting the theme of Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
Sons of bankers, sons of lawyers
Reiteration of the diverse backgrounds or social classes
Turn around and say, "Good morning" to the night
Continuation of the contrasting greetings and reality
While Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
Revisiting the theme of Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters
Sons of bankers, sons of lawyers
Reiteration of diverse backgrounds or social classes
Turn around and say, "Good morning" to the night
Continuation of the contrasting greetings and reality
And for unless they see the sky
Emphasizing the limitation in perception
And they can't and that is why
Explaining the reason for the limited vision
They know not if it's dark outside
Reiterating the lack of awareness about external conditions
They know not if it's dark outside
-They know not if it's dark outside or light
Emphasizing the uncertainty of the external environment
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