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Just Like Belgium

Elton John

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Just Like Belgium

Song byElton John
in AlbumThe Fox

Remember Belgium and the Brussels Museum

Where we piled on the front steps like stray cavaliers

Our code of living meant little to others

The few francs we saved bought some cheap souvenirs

But the red lights where the catfights make it just like Belgium

See us face down on the floor of another cheap barroom

Streetwalkers sweet talk you out of your spare change

And your sweet madame makes it seem just like Belgium

Just like a hustler when they look attractive

It's nothing more than a slap on the back

The price tag of being just a little bit different

The first rule to learn is to keep your own distance

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Just Like Belgium by Elton John is a song that reflects on the experiences of travel, fleeting romance, and the vivid moments encountered on the road. The song takes the listener on a journey through various European locales, capturing the transient nature of relationships and the excitement of new adventures. With its upbeat tempo and nostalgic tone, the lyrics emphasize the thrill of living in the moment while also acknowledging the melancholy that comes with the realization that such moments are often temporary. Some poignant moments in the song include the references to specific places and experiences, which serve to ground the narrative in real, relatable emotions.

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