On Broadway
Dreams and Struggles Under Broadway's Neon Lights
Lyrics
They say the neon lights are bright
They suggest that the bright neon lights are a defining feature of Broadway.
On Broadway
Reiteration of the iconic location, Broadway.
They say there's always magic in the air
There's a belief in a pervasive magical atmosphere on Broadway.
But when you're walkin' down that street
Describes the experience of walking down Broadway.
And you ain't have enough to eat
Highlights the struggle of not having enough to eat while on Broadway.
The glitter rubs right off and you're nowhere
Despite the initial allure, the glitter fades, and the reality is harsh.
They say the women treat you fine
Suggests positive treatment from women on Broadway.
On Broadway
Reiteration of the location, Broadway.
But lookin' at them just gives me the blues
Observation that looking at the women on Broadway brings sadness.
How ya gonna make some time
Raising the question of how to spend time on Broadway.
When all you got is one thin dime
Challenges of having very little money (one thin dime).
And one thin dime won't even shine your shoes
Emphasizes the inadequacy of a small amount of money for basic needs.
They say that I won't last too long
Expectations that the narrator won't last long on Broadway.
On Broadway
Mention of taking a bus home, implying a potential failure on Broadway.
I'll catch a Greyhound bus for home they all say
Contradiction to the expectations, asserting determination to succeed.
But they get wrong, I know they are
Confidence in proving others wrong by showcasing musical talent.
'Cause I can play this here guitar
Expressing musical skill through playing the guitar.
I won't quit till I'm a star
Determination to persist until achieving stardom on Broadway.
On Broadway
Reiteration of the aspiration to be a star on Broadway.
On Broadway
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