Alexander Giannascoli, better known by his stage name Alex G (formerly (San… Read Full Bio ↴Alexander Giannascoli, better known by his stage name Alex G (formerly (Sandy) Alex G), is an American musician based in Philadelphia. He started his career with DIY self-releases on Bandcamp, and began building up an audience with his label debut, DSU (2014), released on Orchid Tapes to critical acclaim from various publications. He later signed with Lucky Number, who reissued his earlier releases, Rules and Trick (2012). In 2015, he signed with Domino Recording Company and released his sixth studio album, Beach Music. He followed it in 2017 with Rocket, which received further acclaim and recognition.

Memory
(Sandy) Alex G Lyrics

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I was waiting for a baggie
A powder bunny
I have a buddy I grew up with
He hooked it up for me

I'm helpin' it my own way
When I'm stuck in bed
A little more than a memory

Sticks in my head

I really like the game we played
You left the CD here

A lot of positive messages
And something left unclear

Overall Meaning

In Sandy (Alex G)'s song "Memory," the lyrics tell the story of someone who is dealing with addiction and struggling to overcome it. The first two lines describe the singer waiting to buy drugs, referred to as a baggie of powder. They then mention a friend who helps them make this purchase, emphasizing the accessibility of dangerous substances when surrounded by the right influences.

Despite the singer's struggle with addiction, they are still able to find moments of clarity and hope. They mention "helpin' it my own way," implying that they are taking steps towards recovery, even if it's not a traditional or easy route. However, memories of drug use still linger, as the title suggests. The line "a little more than a memory sticks in my head" brings this theme full circle.

Line by Line Meaning

I was waiting for a baggie
I was eagerly anticipating the arrival of a small bag of drugs.

A powder bunny
A reference to the drug cocaine, which is sometimes called 'powder' or 'snow,' and 'bunny' may refer to the energizing effects it can have.

I have a buddy I grew up with
I have a friend from my childhood who helped me obtain the drugs.

He hooked it up for me
He facilitated the obtaining of the drugs for me.

I'm helpin' it my own way
I am using drugs as a tool or crutch to get through my difficult times in my own way.

When I'm stuck in bed
When I am unable to escape the doldrums of everyday life and am essentially a prisoner in my own bed.

A little more than a memory
The feelings and memories associated with drug use are more than just fleeting experiences, they can stay with a person for a long time or even forever.

Sticks in my head
The effects of the drugs are so strong that they linger in my thoughts and won't go away.

I really like the game we played
I enjoyed the ritual of obtaining and using drugs with my friend, almost like a game or secret shared experience.

You left the CD here
Referring to a music album left at their house, possibly listened to while using drugs, and now serves as a one-time reminder of a good past experience.

A lot of positive messages
The lyrics of the music contain inspiring and uplifting messages, which may have helped to perpetuate the good feelings associated with drug use.

And something left unclear
Although the lyrics contain positive messages, there may still be some elements of confusion or ambiguity surrounding the drug use and its true effect on the person's life.

Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: Alexander Giannascoli

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