The crowded and vibrant energy of New York city can make one feel both alone and energized, but it ultimately depends on the location and the individual's perspective.
A woman befriends two busking musicians playing guitar on the street in New York City, and helps them out. They later become successful and are now touring in Europe.
The speaker shares her experience of feeling a strong force pulling her towards a person named Leon, whom she just met the day before. The distraction of Leon, caused by his puppy, living in a cage, made her feel a mysterious force that was beyond her control.