Wouldn't Have You Any Other Way (NYC) by Elton John

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Wouldn't Have You Any Other Way (NYC)

Elton John

Wouldn't Have You Any Other Way (NYC)

Song byElton John

in AlbumThe Captain And The Kid

I remember it like it was yesterday

Snow in the park and skaters on the ice

Long black cars standing side-by-side

Loading up the boys at night

Turned up our collars to the chill of the wind

Caught an innocent smile from a taxi at the lights

Not something you'd see on a New York street

It's such an uncommon sight

[chorus:]

But I wouldn't have it any other way

This city's got a thing about it, don't try to understand it

New York City I'd really like to stay

New York City I wouldn't have you

I wouldn't have you any other way

Oh the subway rumbled underneath

Italian lights where Joey Gallo died

And the man on the door down at 54's

Letting only the pretty inside

I'd wake with a stranger under the covers

Late in the day and longing for the night

Just like the snowfall there's so many bodies

But somehow it feels so right

[repeat chorus]

LanguageEnglish

Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Wouldn't Have You Any Other Way (NYC) by Elton John takes listeners on an evocative journey through the bustling and vibrant streets of New York City. It pays homage to the city's unique energy and resilience, celebrating its distinctive character and the unyielding spirit of its inhabitants. Key themes include admiration for the city's ceaseless activity, the charm found within its chaos, and an affectionate acknowledgment of its imperfections. Particularly poignant moments arise when Elton John captures the juxtaposition of the glamour and grit, reflecting the multifaceted essence of New York City.