However, unlike Kylie, Abi has not succeeded in having any large hits in the United Kingdom or North America and it wasn't until 2003 that her debut album Dreamworld was released. Not a musician afraid to experiment with her sound, she tried out a heavier rock style, forming short-lived band Bully during the late nineties whilst living in the UK. Abi is well known as a live music performer in Sydney whilst her songs have also appeared not only on The Secret Life of Us album but as well on the soundtrack to the movie Angst (where she plays the part of May). She also contributed backing vocals to some songs on David McCormack's debut solo album, Candy in 2002.
Abi appeared in the play Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson at the 2006 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Self Sabotage
Abi Tucker Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Up in the night and you feel like you've failed
Self sabotage. I'll make these mistakes
But I feel lucky to be in this place
Even though I should have walked away
Cause sometimes I can sever ties
And sometimes I can burn bridges
When I lose my confidence
And sometimes I am guilty as charged
Is this thing called sabotage
Tonight. tonight.Tonight I'm letting it go
Self-sabotage is making me ill
I'm finding it hard to be myself
It's sabotage and selfish I feel
I know I'm lucky to be in this place yeah
And I will do what I can to change
Cause sometimes I can sever ties
And I'm someone I don't recognise
And sometimes I can burn bridges
When I lose my confidence
And sometimes I am guilty as charged
Is this thing called sabotage
Tonight.Tonight.Tonight,
I'm letting you into my dream of getting it right
I will try to treat you right now
And I will dream. I will dream. I will dream
I will dream... no sabotage to keep me awake
Just one good heart, that's here to stay
It's sabotage that gets in the way
Cause sometimes I can sever ties
And I'm someone I don't recognise
And sometimes I can burn bridges
When I lose my confidence
And sometimes I am guilty as charged
Is this thing called sabotage
Letting it go, letting it go, letting it go, letting it go
The song "Self Sabotage" by Abi Tucker touches on the theme of self-destructive behavior and its consequences. The first verse shows that the singer is aware of her own self-sabotaging behavior and the negative effects it has on her mental state. She admits that she frequently makes mistakes, but still feels fortunate to be where she is. However, she struggles with the decision to walk away from certain situations even though she knows it is the right thing to do.
The chorus highlights the various ways that self-sabotage can manifest, such as severing ties, burning bridges, and losing confidence. These actions make the singer feel like she doesn't recognize herself, and she questions whether this is "the thing called sabotage." She wants to let go of this destructive behavior and dreams of getting things right, but acknowledges that it's not an easy feat.
In the second verse, the singer reveals that self-sabotage makes her ill and makes it difficult for her to be authentic. She acknowledges the selfishness of her actions and the challenge of change. The bridge and final chorus reiterate the same themes, with the singer expressing a desire to let go of self-sabotage and strive for a healthy and positive future.
Overall, the song "Self Sabotage" serves as a reminder that while it's easy to fall into negative patterns and behaviors, it's important to recognize them and work towards positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
Self-sabotage is rough when you wake
Waking up to realization of self-sabotage is tough
Up in the night and you feel like you've failed
It can happen even in the middle of the night and make you feel like a failure
Self sabotage. I'll make these mistakes
Self-sabotage is making mistakes knowingly
But I feel lucky to be in this place
Despite everything, there is still some gratitude for the current situation
Even though I should have walked away
Knowing when to leave but staying anyways
Cause sometimes I can sever ties
Admitting to a tendency of cutting ties with people, even if it's not always the best decision
And I'm someone I don't recognise
Losing oneself in the process of self-sabotage
And sometimes I can burn bridges
Burning bridges with people due to lack of confidence
When I lose my confidence
Self-sabotage resulting from loss of confidence
And sometimes I am guilty as charged
Admitting guilt in the act of self-sabotage
Is this thing called sabotage
Wondering if self-sabotage is an actual thing
Tonight. tonight.Tonight I'm letting it go
Deciding to let go of self-sabotage tonight
Self-sabotage is making me ill
Self-sabotage can have negative effects on one's health
I'm finding it hard to be myself
Self-sabotage can make it hard to stay true to oneself
It's sabotage and selfish I feel
Feeling guilty for the selfishness that comes with self-sabotage
And I will do what I can to change
Making a promise to change in order to overcome self-sabotage
Tonight.Tonight.Tonight, I'm letting you into my dream of getting it right
Sharing a dream of overcoming self-sabotage and doing things right
I will try to treat you right now
Making an effort to treat others well instead of acting out in self-sabotage
And I will dream. I will dream. I will dream
Persisting in dreams of overcoming self-sabotage
I will dream... no sabotage to keep me awake
Dreaming without the interference of self-sabotage
Just one good heart, that's here to stay
Hoping for a stable heart and mindset, without self-sabotage
It's sabotage that gets in the way
Acknowledging that self-sabotage is the main obstacle in achieving stability and happiness
Letting it go, letting it go, letting it go, letting it go
Repeatedly letting go of self-sabotage
Writer(s): ABIGAIL ANNE TUCKER
Contributed by Jack N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.