Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters Lyrics [Verse 1] And now I know "Spanish Harlem" are not just pretty words to say I thought I knew But now I know that rose trees never grow In New York City. " Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters " is a song written by English musician Elton John and songwriter Bernie Taupin, and performed by John. It was released on the 1972 album Honky Château. The lyrics conveyed Taupin's take on New York City after hearing a gun go off near his hotel window during his first visit to the city. [1]
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Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters Elton John 59 0 Tags And now I know Spanish Harlem are not just pretty words to say I thought I knew But now I know that rose trees never grow In New York City Until you've seen this trash can dream come true You stand at the edge while people run you through And I thank the Lord There's people out there like you I'd go my way alone I'd grow my own, my own seeds shall be sown in New York City Subway's no way for a good man to go down Rich man can ride, and the hobo, he can drown And I thank the Lord for the people I have found I thank the Lord for the people I have found While Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters Sons of bankers, sons of lawyers Provided to YouTube by Universal Music GroupMona Lisas And Mad Hatters · Elton JohnHonky Chateau℗ 1972 This Record Company Ltd.Released on: 1972-01-01Associa. About Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters "Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters" is a song from the Elton John album Honky Château. The lyrics were written by Bernie Taupin and is his take on New York City after hearing a gun go off near his hotel window during his first visit to the city.
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From Elton John's 1972 album "Honky Chateau."Bernie Taupin wrote the lyric from a hotel room in New York City, as he heard gun shots on the street below. Elt. Mona Lisas & Mad Hatters by Elton John from Honky Chateau, 1972i dont own this songenjoy :) Lyrics to Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters Elton John Artistfacts Brad from Fl Nice mandolin work by Davey. Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters by Elton John song meaning, lyric interpretation, video and chart position While Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters Sons of bankers, sons of lawyers Turn around and say good morning to the night For unless they see the sky But they can't and that is why They know not if it's dark outside or light And now I know Spanish Harlem are not just pretty words to say I thought I knew But now I know that rose trees never grow In New.
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12 Comments I thought I knew/ But now I know that rose trees never grow/ In New York City. Elton John wrote almost all of his songs with lyricist Bernie Taupin. "Mona Lisa's and Mad Hatters" is about the disillusionment Taupin felt while in the big city. How do you feel when reality doesn't match your high expectations? Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters Music by Elton John Lyrics by Bernie Taupin Available on the album Honky Chateau [Intro] C [Verses] F/C C And now I know E7 Am C/G F C/E Dm C Spanish Harlem are.
While Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters Sons of bankers, sons of lawyers Turn around and say good morning to the night For unless they see the sky But they can't and that is why They know not if it's dark outside or light This Broadway's got It's got a lot of songs to sing If I knew the tunes I might join in I'll go my way alone "Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters" is a song from the Elton John album Honky Château. The lyrics were written by Bernie Taupin and is his take on New York City after hearing a gun go off near his hotel window during his first visit to the city. The song's lyrics were partly inspired by Ben E. King's "Spanish Harlem," written by Jerry Leiber and Phil.
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The lyrics of Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters are an ode to the people who are invisible to society, yet they make up the heartbeat of the city. John paints a picture of a city that is both magical and gritty. While Mona Lisas and mad hatters, sons of bankers, sons of lawyers Turn around and say good morning to the night For unless they see the sky, but they can't and that is why They know not if it's dark outside or light This Broadway's got, it's got a lot of songs to sing If I knew the tunes I might join in I go my way alone, grow my own