[Verse 1] Was New York alight? Did the building shine In our eyes, or just mine? Were we there any of the time? [Verse 2] Did we climb the Empire Asking "Can we get higher?" Or did the drink help me think And build it all brick by brick? [Chorus 1] How can I ever believe After I've been deceived? Open it all up to me Will I ever trust another Or is this for good? [Verse 3]
Did we find the Guggenheim And get in for a dime? Or was it all on the walls of my mind Like forgeries no artist will sign? [Chorus 2] How can I ever believe After I've been deceived? Open it all up to me Will I ever love another Or is this for good? [Verse 1] Was New York alight? Did the building shine In our eyes, or just mine? Were we there any of the time?