I'm a Monkey
Chasing Dreams: A Funky Monkey's Journey from the Zoo to Stardom
Lyrics
I'm a monkey straight out of the zoo
Expressing identification as a monkey coming directly from the zoo.
I'm in the big town, I'm chasing you
In a metropolitan area, actively pursuing someone.
Well I'm not Cheeta
Clarifying that the persona is not Cheeta, a famous fictional chimpanzee, or King Kong who is known for being uncontrollable.
Not King Kong out of control
Reiterating that the persona is not like King Kong, emphasizing control.
I'm a fucked up little monkey on the road
Describing oneself as a troubled monkey navigating life's challenges.
I'm a monkey
Repetition emphasizing the identity as a monkey.
I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
-Now I wanna live in the White House
Expressing a desire to live in the White House, possibly symbolizing aspirations for power or influence.
I wanna be a star like Mickey Mouse
Expressing a wish to achieve stardom, referencing Mickey Mouse as a symbol of fame.
I just want a car, right now
Expressing a desire for material possessions, specifically a car.
I want a race
Expressing a desire for a competitive activity, possibly a race.
What I want more is a rocket into space
Expressing a more ambitious desire for space travel via a rocket.
I'm a monkey
Repetition emphasizing the identity as a monkey.
I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey back up in the tree
Returning to a tree, symbolizing a return to natural habitat, and contentment with simple pleasures like eating bananas.
I eat bananas, it's good enough for me
Expressing contentment with a simple diet of bananas.
I went back to Africa
Narrating a journey back to Africa, possibly representing a return to roots or origins.
I did my rumble
Describing a past confrontation or struggle, using the term "rumble."
I bet tomorrow I will be king of the jungle
Expressing confidence or optimism about becoming the "king of the jungle" in the future.
I'm a monkey
Repetition emphasizing the identity as a monkey.
I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
-I'm a monkey
Final repetition emphasizing the identity as a monkey.
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