Elvis Costello

Lyrics Walk us uptown Elvis Costello

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Walk us uptown


Will you walk us uptown?
And wherever you go
You know we will follow
Will you walk us uptown?
And we'll stand in the light
Of your new killing ground
And we won't make a sound.

Except to sing our sorrow
Will you walk us uptown?
While our tears run in torrents
To suffer in silence or pray for some solace
Will you wash away our sins
In the cross-fire and cross-currents
As you uncross your fingers
And take out some insurance.

No matter what the price
It's your own paradise
Will you walk us uptown?
Will you walk us uptown?

Some hearts are sinking
And some hearts are a-flutter
Some scoop gold from the dirt in the gutter
Or swallow the earth
Pouring into your mouth
As they bury us upright saying
'Everything's alright'
Will you walk us uptown?
Like some said that you could
We will feast on your flesh
And drink down your blood
Will you haul down that flag
And dishonour that vow
Cause we must not change
It's color now
Will you walk us uptown?

No matter what the price
Each crushed in the corner of their own paradise
Will you walk us uptown?
Will you walk us uptown?
That's always assuming
That you're partly divine and partly human
You're the king of our hearts
You're the clown with the drum
Will you walk us uptown?
If we promise not to run
Will you walk us uptown?
Will you gather us near
As cowards flee and traitors sneer
Keep a red flag flying
Keep a blue flag as well
And a white flag in case it all goes to hell

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The lyrics WALK US UPTOWN of ELVIS COSTELLO is also present in the album Wise up ghost (2013)

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Biografia

Elvis Costello, stage name of Declan Patrick MacManus (London, August 25, 1954), is a British singer-songwriter, guitarist, and composer considered one of the most influential pop-rock artists of recent decades. He began his career in the 1970s as part of the London pub rock scene, before his name became associated with the punk and new wave movements of the late 1970s. Costello is known for his intelligent songs, often characterized by sarcastic and ironic lyrics that address social, political, and personal themes with a deep sensitivity. His music combines elements of rock, pop, folk, jazz, and reggae, creating a unique and recognizable sound. Among his most important albums are *My Aim Is True* (1977), *This Year's Model* (1978) and *Armed Forces* (1979). Costello has collaborated with numerous internationally renowned artists, including The Attractions, Burt Bacharach and Paul McCartney. Some of his most famous songs include "Alison", "Pump It Up", "Everyday I Write the Book" and "(The Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Shoes".

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