?The "Englishman" is therefore not simply a random English tourist. He represents someone who is different and refuses to change himself just to fit into society. 3. Main themes

? Identity
The character keeps his English identity even though he lives in New York. ? Difference / being an outsider
He feels like a foreigner in a new society. The expression "legal alien" refers to someone who is legally living in a foreign country but still feels like an outsider.Sting also deliberately mixed different musical influences--jazz, reggae, classical music and other sounds--to reflect the diversity of New York.Sting, whose real name is Gordon Sumner, is a famous English singer, songwriter and musician.The song is inspired by Quentin Crisp, an English writer and eccentric public figure who moved from London to New York when he was 71.Englishman in New York -- Sting

Artist: Sting
Song: Englishman in New York
Album: ...Nothing Like the Sun
Released: 1987

1.Sting admired Crisp because he had the courage to remain himself despite social pressure.New York represents a multicultural society where many different people and cultures meet.The song deals with identity, difference, tolerance and individuality.2.??4.5.6.