I’m flowin’ through you like water
Yeah, my body’s swayin’ side to side
I’m focused in on the moment
All the lights are diamonds in the sky, yeah
And I finally see myself like you see me now
Took time, time to see myself ’cause I
I never thought I would find it
But I found what I was lookin’ for
I never thought I would find it
But I found what I was lookin’ for
I found it in the
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark
In the dark, dark, dark
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in your heart
In the dark, dark, dark
Yeah
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark
In the dark, dark, dark
I knew the night that I met you
Underneath the New York City lights (Mm)
Baby, no matter what I do
There’s an angel standing by my side
And I finally see myself like you see me now
Took time, time to see myself ’cause I
I never thought I would find it
But I found what I was lookin’ for
I never thought I would find it
But I found what I was lookin’ for
I found it in the
I never thought I would find it (Find it)
But I found what I was lookin’ for (I found it, oh)
I never thought I would find it (Oh)
But I found what I was lookin’ for
I found it in the (In the dark)
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark (I found it in the dark)
In the city, in the dark
In the dark, dark, dark (Oh)
In the city, in the dark
In the city, in the dark (Oh)
In the city, in your heart
In the dark, dark, dark
Found it in the dark
I found it in the dark
I found it in the dark
Finding Light in the Darkness
“In The City” by Charli XCX captures the intimate journey of self-discovery and love set against the electric backdrop of urban nightlife. Through vivid imagery of swaying bodies and diamond-like city lights, the lyrics evoke the sensation of being swept up in a transformative moment. Charli explores the idea of truly seeing oneself, inspired by another’s perspective—an uplifting realization that’s both personal and universal.
Urban Romance and Emotional Awakening
The recurring motif of “the city, in the dark” serves as both a literal and metaphorical space where the protagonist unearths what she’s been searching for. Love and acceptance are found not in the obvious places, but within the mysterious, sometimes lonely, glow of the city—and, ultimately, within another person’s heart. The song’s repetition reinforces the emotional weight of this discovery, highlighting how even in darkness, one can find clarity and connection.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charli XCX
- Release Year: 2024