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This Town

Elton John

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This Town

Song byElton John
in AlbumIce On Fire

It's closing time the boys are all together at the bar

Staring in their glasses

Looks like another layoff at the yard

Yesterday I heard union hall come down

They hit it with a wrecking ball

And they try but nothing changes in this town

Cap in hand stood in line

Your family ties are the chains that bind

The endless wheel goes round and round

Chances are you'll never leave this town

Oh oh no

Like a river now the empty streets are flooded out with rain

It's falling on the playground

While the kids get wet playing the same old games

Locked away so many things remind them of war

They tap the pavement with their canes

The good old days ain't so good no more

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

This Town by Elton John is a song that explores disillusionment and the darker side of fame and success. The song reflects on the emptiness and superficial nature of a glitzy lifestyle, with a deep sense of cynicism towards the glamour associated with the entertainment industry. Key themes include the loss of identity, the isolation that comes with fame, and the contrast between outward appearances and inner realities. Poignant moments in the song include lines that delve into the struggles and loneliness behind the mask of celebrity life.

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