Nothing Like the City Original Broadway Cast of Ragtime: The Musical (Ft. Alex Strange, Gordon Stanley, Lea Michele, Marin Mazzie & Peter Friedman)
"Nothing Like the City" from *Ragtime: The Musical* (#MusicalTheatre, 1998) explores themes of hope, ambition, and the vibrant energy of urban life. The lyrics convey characters' dreams and struggles in a changing society. Unique musical elements include rich harmonies and diverse styles reflecting the melting pot of early 20th-century America. The song captures the essence of cultural aspiration and the American experience.
[TATEH, spoken]
Mister, please, where is this?
[CONDUCTOR, spoken]
You're in New Rochelle. You can take the rope off her. This ain't the city.
[LITTLE BOY, spoken]
Mother!
[MOTHER, spoken]
I see! I see! He's afraid of losing her. Immigrants are terrified of losing their children. So are we but just not so conspicuously. Don't stare. It's not polite to stare.
[TATEH, spoken]
He's a rude little boy. Ignore him. People of good breeding do not stare at other people. They acknowledge them politely with a bow—like this.
(sung)
Good day
[MOTHER]
Good day, sir
[TATEH]
She called me "sir"
Without a doubt
We're really out
Of New York City
Mister, please, where is this?
[CONDUCTOR, spoken]
You're in New Rochelle. You can take the rope off her. This ain't the city.
[LITTLE BOY, spoken]
Mother!
[MOTHER, spoken]
I see! I see! He's afraid of losing her. Immigrants are terrified of losing their children. So are we but just not so conspicuously. Don't stare. It's not polite to stare.
[TATEH, spoken]
He's a rude little boy. Ignore him. People of good breeding do not stare at other people. They acknowledge them politely with a bow—like this.
(sung)
Good day
[MOTHER]
Good day, sir
[TATEH]
She called me "sir"
Without a doubt
We're really out
Of New York City
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