Dónde Está La Playa
Dancing Through Life's Battle: The Walkmen's Melodic Escape
Lyrics
It's back to the battle today
Expressing a return to a challenging situation or conflict.
But I wouldn't have it any other way
Emphasizing a preference for the current situation despite its difficulties.
'Cause tonight we'll be crazy as kooks
Anticipating an exciting and unconventional evening with unpredictable behavior.
I'm dancing
Engaging in dancing activities.
Grooving
Enjoying and moving rhythmically to the music.
This lovely wooden floor
Describing the pleasantness of the dance floor, possibly metaphorical.
The tom-toms are beating up
Highlighting the intensity of the music, particularly the drum sounds.
Eyes are so sore
Indicating fatigue or strain in the eyes, possibly from the energetic dancing.
There is still sand in my suitcase
Noting the lingering presence of a beach vacation in personal belongings.
There is still salt in my teeth
Stating the persistence of memories related to the beach, specifically the taste of salt.
I kissed her in the window
Recalling a moment of intimacy, likely a kiss by a window.
She covered up her face
Describing a reaction to the kiss where the person covered their face.
She's pretty as sherry
Complimenting the person by comparing them to sherry, emphasizing their attractiveness.
Someone said, "Man, let's take our time"
Quoting someone suggesting a leisurely approach or pace.
So here I am
Confirming the speaker's current presence in a particular situation.
So here I am
Reiterating the speaker's current location or state.
Crashed up a party, nickels and dimes
Describing an incident where the speaker disrupted a party, possibly with minimal financial impact.
A handful of strangers, all friends of mine
Mentioning a group of people, highlighting a connection with them despite being strangers.
You know that your married, rings on your hand
Noting the marital status of individuals encountered at the party.
So I didn't stay 'til the end
Explaining the speaker's decision not to stay until the end of the event.
I don't need a Christmas card you don't even write
Rejecting the need for traditional holiday greetings, possibly expressing disillusionment.
Last Christmas was black and blue
Reflecting on a difficult or painful experience during the previous Christmas.
But this year is white
Contrasting the previous Christmas with the current one, suggesting a positive change.
Everyone's repeats, repeats themselves
Observing the repetitive nature of people's behaviors or expressions.
So deep in my head
Highlighting a thought or realization deeply ingrained in the speaker's mind.
Tonight keep your shirt on
Advising someone to maintain composure or decency in their actions tonight.
You can leave the way you came
Suggesting the freedom to leave a situation in the same manner as one entered.
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