One Day We Could
Dreams and Desires in Atlantic City
Lyrics
Well the fog rolled in on Atlantic City
Describing the arrival of fog in Atlantic City, obstructing moonlight.
So you could see no moonlight at all
Highlighting the absence of moonlight due to the dense fog.
But the chandeliers are so bright and so pretty
Contrasting the brightness and beauty of chandeliers despite the darkness caused by the fog.
And big as a house
Metaphorically describing the size of the chandeliers as huge.
I hope they don't fall
Expressing concern about the possibility of the chandeliers falling.
One day they could
Reflecting uncertainty about the future, suggesting the possibility of the chandeliers falling someday.
You never know
Reiterating the uncertain nature of the future.
Ching ching ching went the slot machines
Describing the sound of slot machines in a casino.
As we made our way down to Wan Fu's Buffet
Heading towards Wan Fu's Buffet, likely in the casino.
Me and José got three hundred between us
Having $300 between the speaker and José.
Whatever we make, he says, we'll put away
Planning to save whatever they earn.
One day we could
Reflecting uncertainty about the future, suggesting a possibility of saving money.
You never know
Reiterating the uncertain nature of the future.
Hang all your hopes on Atlantic City
Encouraging reliance on Atlantic City for hope despite challenges.
Outside the ocean roars in the dark
Highlighting the powerful sound of the ocean amidst darkness.
We'll live or die on this in between place
Describing the precariousness of their current situation.
But tonight you can hardly see the boardwalk
Expressing the difficulty in seeing the boardwalk due to the dark night.
I love him so much it hurts me inside
Expressing deep love for José despite his troubles.
José with the far away look in his eyes
Describing José's distant demeanor.
And a trouble so deep you'll never get in
Highlighting José's profound, inscrutable problems.
I put my head on his shoulder and hold him so tight
Showing comfort and affection towards José.
One day we could
Reflecting uncertainty about the future of their relationship or circumstances.
You never know
Reiterating the uncertain nature of the future.
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