The Bicycle and the Radio

[Verse] Sunlight on my dusty knees Old town streets, a gentle breeze Past Grandpa's shop, the tools aligned Smell of oil, one of a kind He'd wave his hand, a knowing smile Said, "Son, you're growing up a mile." [Pre-Chorus] Sweat dripping from my brow This is my kingdom now Every corner, a memory made In this sun-drenched, golden parade [Chorus] Summer haze of '98 Pedaling fast, can't be late Through the streets where time stood still Little boy with a childhood thrill Five-thirty on the radio dial Singing 'Rhythm of the Night' for a mile This feeling, I thought it would stay My forever summer, come what may [Verse] Ice cream lady, sweet and kind Her colorful treats, always on my mind A nickel saved, a sweet reward Life was simple, never bored Then the square, the rusted ride A carousel where dreams would hide Spinning slow, a faded gleam Just a part of my summer dream [Bridge] Synth waves shimmer, soft and low Like old neon lights, a gentle glow Film grain texture, on the air This captured moment, beyond compare I felt so proud, so strong, so free This was the only life for me [Chorus] Summer haze of '98 Pedaling fast, can't be late Through the streets where time stood still Little boy with a childhood thrill Five-thirty on the radio dial Singing 'Rhythm of the Night' for a mile This feeling, I thought it would stay My forever summer, come what may