"Megalopolis" by Sidney Gish is a song that reflects on the experiences and feelings of a young person who frequently travels and explores different cities. The lyrics describe the excitement of being in new places, such as being "drenched in sun with cherry blossoms" during springtime. The protagonist expresses a desire to remain in these new locations, to keep playing around and never going home. The song mentions the speaker's role as the "passenger seat queen of the east coast," suggesting that they often accompany others on road trips or travels. They mention being familiar with the megalopolis (referring to a large urban area) as their only known environment. The lyrics also touch upon the sense of nostalgia and longing that the speaker experiences. They mention that they "think they'll miss" the megalopolis when they eventually decide to leave. It becomes evident that the speaker has a deep appreciation for each city they visit, acknowledging that each place may only get to see them once. The song portrays a sense of detachment or feeling like a "traveling ghost," possibly hinting at the fleeting nature of the speaker's experiences. They express the belief that they are "too cool for Syracuse, too lame for Bard and NYU," possibly referring to the feeling of not belonging to any one place or institution. Overall, "Megalopolis" captures the yearning for exploration, the fleeting nature of experiences, and the emotional connection one can develop with different cities while navigating through life.
