Gene Eugene's mystical voice—often mistaken for R.E.M.'s Michael Stipe—remained the least-changing element in a band that Thom Jurek of allmusic has described as "inventive and artfully canny." Adam Again's style was rock and acoustic with strong hints of funk and traces of soul running throughout. The band never achieved commercial viability and quit touring and recording together in 2000 after Eugene died in his recording studio, the "fabulous" Green Room.
Air
Adam Again Lyrics
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The electric guy, he came to pound
Upon my door, three-fifty-four
Or we would be without light or sound
Air, air, air, air
All my friends are coming over
All my friends are coming over
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Walk around
Walk around
Walk around
All around the town
Walk around
Walk around
Walk around
All around the town
Air, air, air, air
All my friends are coming over
All my friends are coming over
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
Ok, this is the life
In this song, "Air," by Adam Again, the songwriter starts by expressing their burden and frustration, saying "This morning got me down." They then go on to explain how the electric guy came to the door to ask for payment, otherwise, they would be without light or sound. The main highlight of the song is the chorus, "Air, air, air, air, all my friends are coming over, ok, this is the life." This emphasizes how important it is to have friends who can come over and lift one's spirits, especially during tough times.
The chorus itself is quite intriguing as the phrase "Air, air, air, air" seems to represent the need for something that is essential for life. This could symbolize friendship, love, or even basic necessities like air and water. The repetition of the phrase also emphasizes its importance, and it feels like the singer is reminding themselves of what they need to keep going.
The bridge, which repeats the phrase "Walk around, all around the town" multiple times, is coupled with the chorus of "Air, air, air, air" and emphasizes how important it is to have friends and get out and about with them. It may also represent the need to get away from the stress and hardships of daily life and just enjoy the company of good friends.
Overall, "Air" seems to be a song about trying to find the positive aspects of life despite the difficulties one may face. It emphasizes the importance of having good friends and appreciating what one has.
Line by Line Meaning
This morning got me down
Feeling low due to the events of this morning
The electric guy, he came to pound
The electrician came to knock on my door loudly and urgently
Upon my door, three-fifty-four
The electrician came to my door at 3:54 in the morning
Or we would be without light or sound
The electrician came to prevent us from losing electricity and music due to unpaid bills
Air, air, air, air
Expressing appreciation for the simple pleasure of having functioning air conditioning
All my friends are coming over
Excitement to share the comfort of air conditioning with friends
Ok, this is the life
Feeling content and satisfied with the current situation
Walk around
Strolling peacefully
All around the town
Enjoying the surroundings and atmosphere of the town
Contributed by Olivia K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.