VERSE
In Neon
Elton John
Lipstick and lashes, the traces of stardom
Lit up on a billboard so everyone sees them in neon
Behind the counter she stares out the window
Up at the billboard that's like a reminder in neon
She hates how she feels but she hangs like a mirror
Maybe a stranger could walk in and see her in neon
For two cents of danger she'd trust anybody
She'd smoke like a gun if it meant she might wind up
In neon the dreams in the light of a promise that dies
A shimmering city, a glimmer of hope and a lie
In neon the name's gone there's no reason why anymore
Trust them and wind up alone behind a locked door
In neon, in neon
Pictures and patterns, the touches of glamour
Cut into a fashion that flashes above them in neon
A hot cup of coffee held in her fingers
A perfect complexion that lingers above her in neon
She hates how she feels but she hangs like a mirror
Maybe a stranger could walk in and see her in neon
For a shot at the title, she'd slip into something
She'd smoulder like ashes if it meant she might wind up in neon
In neon
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About this Song
In Neon by Elton John is a reflective song that delves into themes of fame, loneliness, and ephemeral beauty. The lyrics paint a poignant picture of a woman who once basked in the glamour and allure of the spotlight but now finds herself fading into obscurity. Elton John uses the metaphor of 'Neon' to symbolize the artificial light and temporary shine of fame which contrasts with the woman's current state of solitude and longing for her past glory. The song explores the emotional depth of someone grappling with the loss of their former identity, highlighting the transient nature of celebrity and the emotional toll it can take.
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