Lyrics
Some folks like to get away
Expressing that some people prefer to take a break or vacation.
Take a holiday from the neighbourhood
Choosing to escape from the familiar surroundings of the neighborhood.
Hop a flight to Miami Beach
Opting for a trip to Miami Beach as a getaway destination.
Or to Hollywood
Mentioning Hollywood as another possible travel destination.
But I'm taking a Greyhound
Deciding to travel by Greyhound bus along the Hudson River Line.
On the Hudson River Line
Indicating the mode of transportation chosen for the journey.
I'm in a New York state of mind
Declaring a state of mind associated with New York, suggesting a strong connection or preference for the city.
I've seen all the movie stars
Having observed famous individuals, possibly actors, in their luxury cars and limousines.
In their fancy cars and their limousines
Referencing experiences in the Rocky Mountains surrounded by evergreen trees.
Been high in the Rockies under the evergreens
Expressing a clear understanding of personal needs and a desire not to waste time.
But I know what I'm needing
Reiterating the New York state of mind, emphasizing its significance.
And I don't want to waste more time
Reflecting on a previous lifestyle that was carefree and uncomplicated.
I'm in a New York state of mind
Feeling disconnected from the rhythm and blues, indicating a desire for a change.
It was so easy living day by day
Expressing the need for reciprocity and mutual interactions in life.
Out of touch with the rhythm and blues
Mentioning prominent newspapers, symbolizing a connection to current events and reality.
But now I need a little give and take
Accepting the reality of life, whether in Chinatown or on Riverside.
The New York Times, The Daily News
Indicating a lack of specific reasons for choices made, leaving them in the past.
It comes down to reality
Reiterating the commitment to a New York state of mind.
And it's fine with me 'cause I've let it slide
Repeating the idea of a carefree lifestyle, regardless of location.
Don't care if it's Chinatown or up on Riverside
Stating the determination to maintain the New York state of mind.
I don't have any reasons
Revisiting the choice of Greyhound travel along the Hudson River Line.
I've left them all behind
Emphasizing the enduring commitment to a New York state of mind.
I'm in a New York state of mind
Reaffirming the preference for a New York state of mind.
It was so easy living day by day
Recalling the simplicity of a past lifestyle.
Out of touch with the rhythm and blues
Reiterating the disconnection from rhythm and blues, signaling a need for change.
But now I need a little give and take
Expressing the desire for give and take in life.
The New York Times, The Daily News
Mentioning prominent newspapers, symbolizing a connection to current events and reality.
It comes down to reality
Accepting the reality of life, whether in Chinatown or on Riverside.
And it's fine with me 'cause I've let it slide
Indicating a lack of specific reasons for choices made, leaving them in the past.
Don't care if it's Chinatown or up on Riverside
Reiterating the commitment to a New York state of mind.
I don't have any reasons
Stating the determination to maintain the New York state of mind.
I've left them all behind
Emphasizing the enduring commitment to a New York state of mind.
I'm in a New York state of mind
Reaffirming the preference for a New York state of mind.
I'm just taking a Greyhound on the Hudson River Line
Reiterating the choice of Greyhound travel along the Hudson River Line.
'Cause I'm in a New York state of mind
Concluding with the strong declaration of being in a New York state of mind.
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