Limehouse Blues
Journey Through Limehouse: A Melodic Tale of Chinatown Vibes
Lyrics
Oh, Limehouse
Expressing a strong emotion or calling attention to Limehouse.
Oh, Limehouse
Repetition for emphasis or intensity regarding Limehouse.
Oh, Limehouse
Continued emphasis on Limehouse, suggesting significance or emotional connection.
Oh, Limehouse kids
Referring to a group of people from Limehouse.
Oh, Limehouse kids
Reiteration of the Limehouse kids, emphasizing their presence.
Goin' the way
Describing the path or lifestyle followed by the Limehouse kids.
That the rest of them did
Comparing the Limehouse kids' journey to that of others.
Poor and broken blossom
Depicting a fragile and damaged state, using "Poor and broken blossom."
And nobody's child
Describing an individual without a guardian or parental figure.
Carefree and happy
Highlighting a carefree and joyful disposition, possibly contrasting with the earlier struggles.
You're just sort of wild
Emphasizing a sense of untamed or unrestrained behavior.
Oh, Limehouse blues
Revisiting the notion of Limehouse but now focusing on "blues," suggesting a melancholic or reflective mood.
Oh, Limehouse blues
Repetition of Limehouse blues, intensifying the emotional tone.
Learned from those chinkies
Suggesting the acquisition of the blues from individuals associated with China, potentially referencing a cultural influence.
Those real China blues
Specifically attributing the blues to "chinkies" and mentioning "real China blues," possibly alluding to authentic and profound emotions.
Rings for your fingers
Symbolizing wealth and emotion with "rings for your fingers" and "tears for your crown."
And tears for your crown
Further emphasizing the contrast between material possession and emotional distress.
That is the story
Summarizing the narrative or theme, suggesting a story related to old Chinatown.
Of old Chinatown
Concluding with the setting of the story, anchoring it in old Chinatown.
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