Singapore Sling
Lion City Melting-Pot: Singapore Sling's Cultural Tapestry
Lyrics
Singapore's awaiting me
Singapore is eagerly anticipating my arrival.
colourful diversity
Highlighting the diverse and vibrant nature of Singapore.
I'm lion city bound, I'm lion city bound
Expressing a strong connection or journey to the lion city (nickname for Singapore).
water to the left, water to the right
Surrounded by water on both sides, emphasizing the geographical location.
the city-state across the strait
Referring to Singapore as a city-state across the strait.
I'm lion city bound, I'm lion city bound
Reiterating the excitement and commitment to reaching the lion city.
gardens by the bay
Mentioning notable attractions like Gardens by the Bay.
little india, chinatown, yeah
Listing culturally rich areas like Little India and Chinatown.
ancient buddhist temples and
Referring to the presence of ancient Buddhist temples.
marina bay sands
Naming the iconic Marina Bay Sands as part of the city's identity.
in its melting-pot identity
Highlighting the melting-pot identity of Singapore.
I can find a place for me
Expressing the singer's belief in finding a place for themselves in Singapore.
Singapore Sling ling a ling
Introducing the phrase "Singapore Sling" as a symbol or metaphor.
you make me feel cosmopolitan
Feeling cosmopolitan and sophisticated in the context of Singapore.
Singapore sling ling a ling
Repeating the reference to "Singapore Sling" and its cosmopolitan impact.
Babylon shaking for you
Suggesting a significant impact or influence, likened to the shaking of Babylon.
and everywhere there's gonna be
Anticipating lively and vibrant celebrations everywhere.
a party in full swing, with people from
Describing a diverse party with people from all walks of life.
all walks of life
Reiterating the diverse and inclusive nature of the anticipated celebration.
I'm lion city bound, I'm lion city bound
Reiterating the commitment and excitement about reaching the lion city.
I can't wait to go, to the Merlion
Expressing eagerness to visit the Merlion, a symbolic creature of Singapore.
then I'm gonna
Indicating a plan to enjoy a drink at the long bar, possibly a reference to Raffles Hotel.
get a drink at the long bar
Repeating the commitment and anticipation of reaching the lion city.
I'm lion city bound, I'm lion city bound
Emphasizing the singer's excitement and commitment to reaching the lion city.
Different voices can
Highlighting the diversity of voices that can harmonize together.
resonate in unison, yeah
Emphasizing the unity and harmony of different voices.
Multi-ethnic coexistence
Describing the coexistence of multiple ethnicities in Singapore.
flavours scents and shades
Referring to the variety of flavors, scents, and shades present in Singapore.
In such a melting-pot identity
Reiterating the melting-pot identity and the singer's belief in finding a place for themselves.
I can find a place for me
Expressing confidence in finding a place for oneself in Singapore's diverse identity.
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