There's No Business Like Show Business
Showbiz Magic: Unveiling the Allure of Life on Stage
Lyrics
There's no business like show business like no business I know
Expresses that show business is unique and incomparable to other professions.
Everything about it is appealing, everything that traffic will allow
Highlights the overall attractiveness of show business, emphasizing its broad appeal.
Nowhere could you get that happy feeling when you are stealing that extra bow
Describes the joy and satisfaction of receiving applause after a successful performance.
There's no people like show people, they smile when they are low
Contrasts show people with others, stating that they maintain a positive attitude even in challenging times.
Even with a turkey that you know will fold, you may be stranded out in the cold
Acknowledges the risks in show business, including potential failures, but asserts the value of the experience.
Still you wouldn't change it for a sack of gold, let's go on with the show
Despite challenges, expresses a willingness to continue in show business rather than choosing financial gain.
The butcher, the baker, the grocer, the clerk
Compares show people to those in conventional jobs, highlighting the latter's lack of applause and the desire for a theatrical career.
Are secretly unhappy men because
-The butcher, the baker, the grocer, the clerk
-Get paid for what they do but no applause.
-They'd gladly bid their dreary jobs goodbye for anything theatrical and why?
-There's no business like show business and I tell you it's so
Reiterates the unparalleled nature of show business, emphasizing its uniqueness.
Traveling through the country is so thrilling, standing out in front on opening nights
Describes the thrill of traveling and the excitement of being on stage during opening nights.
Smiling as you watch the theater filling, and there's your billing out there in lights
-There's no people like show people, they smile when they are low
Reaffirms the positive attitude of show people even during low moments.
Angels come from everywhere with lots of jack, and when you lose it, there's no attack
Portrays the influx of financial support from various sources, noting the risks associated with it.
Where could you get money that you don't give back? Let's go on with the show
-(There's no business like show business like no business I know)
Repeats the idea that show business is incomparable to any other.
You get word before the show has started that your favorite uncle died at dawn
Describes facing personal tragedies but choosing to continue with the show despite emotional hardships.
Top of that, your pa and ma have parted, you're broken-hearted, but you go on
-(There's no people like show people, they smile when they are low)
Reiterates the resilience of show people in maintaining a positive demeanor during difficult times.
Yesterday they told you you would not go far, that night you open and there you are
Highlights the unpredictability of success in show business and the rapid change in fortunes.
Next day on your dressing room they've hung a star, let's go on with the show!!
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