Another Try
HAIM Lyrics


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One thing or two things
Never really mattered that much to me
Now all these apologies are on repeat
Is it destiny or just chemistry?
We're living in such extremes
And life won't wait around

So are we gonna give it another try?
Are we gonna give it another try?
'Cause if it's luck that's not on our side
I'm wishing the best for the next in line

One thing's true
Every memory leads back to you
Got your hat in the back faded up
Camo tee in the crease of the passenger's seat
And every time I try to leave 'em out
My feelings come back around

So are we gonna give it another try?
Are we gonna give it another try?
'Cause if it's luck that's not on our side
I'm wishing the best for the next in line

But are we gonna give it another try?
But are we gonna give it another try?

Wrapped up in your old fleece
I put it on when I can't sleep
When I call and I can't reach you
Worried that it makes me look weak to you
Just one more time
Try




So are we gonna give it another try?
Are we gonna give it another try?
'Cause if it's luck that's not on our side
I'm wishing the best for the next in line

We could give this another try
If it don't work then it's alright
I'm wishing the best, baby
I'm wishing the best, baby (if it don't work then it's alright)
I'm wishing the best, baby
I'm wishing the best, baby (if it don't work then it's alright)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to HAIM's song "Another Try" seem to reflect on the complexity of a relationship and the uncertainty surrounding its future. The singer acknowledges that there may have been disagreements or differences in the past, but now there is a longing to give the relationship another chance. The repetition of apologies suggests a pattern of mistakes or misunderstandings, yet the singer wonders if there is something more profound at play – whether it be destiny or simply a strong chemistry between them. The lyrics acknowledge the extremes they have experienced and emphasize that time is running out, urging them to make a decision and not let life pass them by.


The second verse further explores the theme of memories that constantly lead back to the person they are addressing. In describing certain tangible reminders of this person – such as a faded hat in the back and a camo tee in the passenger's seat – the lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia and attachment. The singer admits that no matter how hard they try to forget or move on, their feelings inevitably come back full circle. There is a sense of longing and vulnerability, highlighted by the mention of a fleece that is worn when they can't sleep, as if seeking comfort and solace in the memories of this person. Ultimately, they ask whether it is worth giving the relationship another try, even if luck has not been on their side.


Line by Line Meaning

One thing or two things
Whether it's one or two things, it doesn't matter much to me


Never really mattered that much to me
Neither of them held significant importance in my life


Now all these apologies are on repeat
Apologies keep repeating, wondering if it's fate or just a chemical connection


Is it destiny or just chemistry?
Trying to determine if our bond is predetermined or simply based on attraction


We're living in such extremes
Our lives are filled with intense emotions and situations


And life won't wait around
Time is passing quickly and we can't delay decisions


So are we gonna give it another try?
Should we attempt to make this work once more?


Are we gonna give it another try?
Will we take another chance on this relationship?


'Cause if it's luck that's not on our side
If luck isn't favoring us in this situation


I'm wishing the best for the next in line
I hope the next person you encounter has a better outcome


One thing's true
It's undeniable


Every memory leads back to you
Every recollection brings me back to thoughts of you


Got your hat in the back faded up
I still have your hat tucked away, worn out over time


Camo tee in the crease of the passenger's seat
Your camouflage t-shirt left in the car, a reminder of your presence


And every time I try to leave 'em out
Whenever I attempt to forget those memories


My feelings come back around
My emotions inevitably resurface


Wrapped up in your old fleece
I find comfort in wearing your worn-out fleece


I put it on when I can't sleep
It helps me feel closer to you when I struggle to fall asleep


When I call and I can't reach you
When I try to contact you but fail to get through


Worried that it makes me look weak to you
Concerned that my vulnerability may appear as a sign of weakness to you


Just one more time
If only I could have another chance


Try
To attempt


We could give this another try
Perhaps we can make another effort to make this work


If it don't work then it's alright
If it doesn't succeed, it will still be okay


I'm wishing the best, baby
I truly hope for the best, my love


I'm wishing the best, baby (if it don't work then it's alright)
I hope everything turns out well, even if our attempt fails


I'm wishing the best, baby
I sincerely wish for the best outcome, darling


I'm wishing the best, baby (if it don't work then it's alright)
I hope for the best, even if our endeavor doesn't succeed




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Danielle Haim, Este Haim, Alana Haim, Rostam Batmanglij, Ariel Rechtshaid, Tommy King

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@smartalec1991

That chorus has such a classic feel to it.

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"Is it destiny or just chemistry?" ❤❤

@dominicdunn2579

"one things true, every memory leads back to you"

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