<… Read Full Bio ↴Galen & Paul is a collaboration between Paul Simonon and Galen Ayers.
Their debut album, Can We Do Tomorrow Another Day? was released on May 19, 2023.
Paul Simonon was bassist with The Clash, Gorillaz and The Good, The Bad and The Queen, Galen Ayers is a singer-songwriter and is the daughter of Kevin Ayers.
One More for the Road
Galen & Paul Lyrics
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Except you and me
So set 'em' up Joe, I got a little story
I think you should know
We're drinking my friend, to the end
Of a brief episode
Make it one for my baby
I know the routine, put another nickel
In the machine
I feel kind of bad, can't you make the music
Easy and sad
I could tell you a lot, but it's not
In a gentleman's code
Make it one for my baby
And one more for the road
You'd never know it, but buddy I'm a kind of poet
And I've got a lot of things I'd like to say
And if I'm gloomy, please listen to me
Till it's talked away
Well that's how it goes, and Joe I know your gettin'
Anxious to close
Thanks for the cheer
I hope you didn't mind
My bending your ear
But this torch that I found, It's gotta be drowned
Or it's gonna explode
Make it one for my baby
And one more for the road
The lyrics of "One More For The Road" by Galen & Paul depict a late-night scene at a nearly empty bar. The singer addresses the bartender, Joe, and mentions that it's almost 3 a.m. The atmosphere is quiet, with only the singer and Joe present. The singer asks Joe to pour them another drink because they have a story to tell.
As they continue drinking, the singer reflects on a passing phase or relationship that is coming to an end. They propose a toast to this fleeting moment and the impending conclusion. The phrase "one for my baby" represents a drink raised to honor the past, while "one more for the road" signifies the desire for another drink to prepare for the journey ahead.
The singer acknowledges the routine of their life and the need to escape the sadness. They request Joe to play some music, preferably something easy and sad, to match their mood. Despite wanting to share many things and being a "kind of poet," the singer understands that some emotions are better left unspoken.
As the night comes to a close, the singer thanks Joe for his company and apologizes for taking up his time. They realize that the torch of their intense emotions must be extinguished to prevent it from overwhelming them. The singer again proposes a toast, emphasizing the importance of letting go and moving forward.
Overall, "One More For The Road" captures a poignant moment of introspection, alcohol serving as a companion through the emotional journey the singer is experiencing. It reflects themes of transience, longing, and the desire to find solace in the face of impending change.
Line by Line Meaning
It's quarter to three, there's no one in the place
It's very late at night, and the place is empty
Except you and me
Except for the two of us
So set 'em' up Joe, I got a little story
Barkeep Joe, pour us drinks, I have a story to tell
I think you should know
I believe you should hear this
We're drinking my friend, to the end
We are drinking, my friend, until the end
Of a brief episode
Of a short period in time
Make it one for my baby
Pour one drink for my troubles
And one more for the road
And another for my journey ahead
I know the routine, put another nickel
I am familiar with the process, insert another coin
In the machine
In the jukebox machine
I feel kind of bad, can't you make the music
I feel somewhat down, could you play soothing music
Easy and sad
Melancholic and calming
I could tell you a lot, but it's not
I have many things to share, but it's not appropriate
In a gentleman's code
According to the etiquette of a respectable person
Make it one for my baby
Pour another drink for my troubles
And one more for the road
And another for my journey ahead
You'd never know it, but buddy I'm a kind of poet
You wouldn't guess it, but my friend, I am a poet in my own way
And I've got a lot of things I'd like to say
And I have many thoughts and feelings I want to express
And if I'm gloomy, please listen to me
And if I am feeling sad, kindly lend me your ear
Till it's talked away
Until I've spoken and relieved myself of it
Well that's how it goes, and Joe I know your gettin'
Well, that's how life unfolds, and Joe, I understand you are becoming
Anxious to close
Eager to close up the bar
Thanks for the cheer
Thank you for the support and encouragement
I hope you didn't mind
I hope you didn't take offense
My bending your ear
For me talking your ear off
But this torch that I found, It's gotta be drowned
However, this burning desire within me needs to be extinguished
Or it's gonna explode
Or else, it will burst uncontrollably
Make it one for my baby
Pour one more drink for my troubles
And one more for the road
And another for my journey ahead
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Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer
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