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Alice in Wonderland is a Ukrainian gothic band. They later changed name to Sad Alice Said.
Alice in Wonderland is also the name of a German metal band.
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Very Good Advice
Alice In Wonderland Lyrics
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But a very seldom follow it
That explains the trouble that I'm always in
"Be Patient," is very good advice
But the waiting makes me curious
And I'd love the change
Should something strange begin
And I never stopped to reason
I should have known there'd be a price to pay
Some day, some day
I give myself very good advice
But I very seldom follow it
Will I ever learn to do the things I should?
Will I ever learn, learn to do the things I should?
The lyrics of "Very Good Advice" in Alice in Wonderland are a reflection of Alice's struggle with following her own advice. Alice recognizes that she possesses the knowledge and wisdom to give herself "very good advice." However, despite this, she admits that she seldom follows it, which causes the trouble she frequently finds herself in. The instruction to "Be patient" is one example of the good advice she gives herself, but her curiosity makes it difficult for her to wait, and she desires a change in her situation, even if it means something strange and unexpected happening.
The chorus of the song reflects Alice's regret over not taking her own advice. She realizes that in the past, she has rushed impulsively towards goals and desires without considering the consequences. Alice refers to herself as never stopping to reason, not considering the price that's associated with achieving her aspirations. Despite the mistakes she's made, Alice wonders if she'll ever learn to follow through with the things she knows she should do.
Line by Line Meaning
I give myself very good advice
I often give myself good advice, but I rarely act on it.
But a very seldom follow it
However, I rarely actually follow my own advice.
That explains the trouble that I'm always in
This is the reason why I always find myself in trouble.
"Be Patient," is very good advice
"Be Patient" is a great piece of advice
But the waiting makes me curious
However, waiting for things to happen makes me curious and inquisitive.
And I'd love the change
Moreover, I would always welcome something unexpected and exciting.
Should something strange begin
If something unusual and remarkable happens
Well, I went along my merry way
In the past, I usually wandered aimlessly
And I never stopped to reason
I did not take the time to think things through logically
I should have known there'd be a price to pay
I should have realized that there would be consequences for my actions.
Some day, some day
Things will eventually catch up with me
Will I ever learn to do the things I should?
Will I ever learn to do the right thing?
Will I ever learn, learn to do the things I should?
Will I ever learn to do the right thing, even though it can be challenging?
Contributed by Addison H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.