Original
Halliday Lyrics

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Sonically we're in control
We're the diamond in your soul
Images come thick and fast
From the future, from the past

The film starts, the film ends,
Nothing is said in between.
Just sudden moments from someone else's story,

Will it ever be the same again?
Hours filled with conversation, no attention paid.
Too distracting convention, no need for friends.
Will it ever be the same again?
Will it ever be the same again?

You're original, with your own path
You're original, got your own way (x2)

Will it ever be the same again? (x2)
I need to hear that again
Because a dream starts, and a dream must end.

My mother told me, don't ever change
You're original, in your own way
My mother told me, don't ever change
You're original, got your own path

You're original (x2)
Will it ever be the same again? (x2)
I need to hear that again
Because a dream starts, and a dream must end.

You're original (x5)

Overall Meaning

In "Original," Halliday speaks about being unique and not conforming to society's standards. The opening lines, "Sonically we're in control / We're the diamond in your soul," suggest that the singer has control over their own destiny and their individuality is a precious and valuable asset. The following lines, "Images come thick and fast / From the future, from the past," touch on the idea of being inspired by both the past and the future, and how this inspiration shapes the present moment.

The chorus further emphasizes the theme of individuality, as Halliday sings, "You're original, with your own path / You're original, got your own way." These lines are reinforced with the repetition of "You're original," suggesting that the singer is speaking directly to the listener, encouraging them to be true to themselves and embrace their uniqueness. The bridge, "My mother told me, don't ever change / You're original, in your own way / My mother told me, don't ever change / You're original, got your own path," further emphasizes the importance of embracing one's originality and not changing to fit other people's expectations or standards.

The final lines of the song, "Because a dream starts, and a dream must end," suggest that the singer acknowledges the transient nature of life and the importance of living authentically while one has the chance.

Line by Line Meaning

Sonically we're in control
We are in complete control of the sounds we make

We're the diamond in your soul
We add value and shine to your life, making it richer

Images come thick and fast
The visuals and emotions we convey happen quickly and in large numbers

From the future, from the past
Our music touches on themes from the past and future, transcending time

The film starts, the film ends,
Life is like a movie, it has a beginning and an end

Nothing is said in between.
The in-between moments are silent, but still meaningful

Just sudden moments from someone else's story,
We experience brief glimpses of someone else's life and narrative

Will it ever be the same again?
The fleeting moments we experience cannot be recreated, making them precious and unique

Hours filled with conversation, no attention paid.
We often get lost in our thoughts and conversations, ignoring the outside world

Too distracting convention, no need for friends.
We find social norms and expectations to be unnecessary and unimportant

You're original, with your own path
You are unique and have your own individual journey

You're original, got your own way (x2)
You stand out and do things your own way

My mother told me, don't ever change
My mother encouraged me to embrace my individuality and not change for anyone

You're original, in your own way
You are special and one-of-a-kind, just the way you are

You're original, got your own path
You have a unique path to follow, different from anyone else

Will it ever be the same again? (x2)
The transience of life and experiences cannot be replicated

I need to hear that again
I want to savor the moment and repeat it in my mind

Because a dream starts, and a dream must end.
Life is like a dream, with its own beginning and end

You're original (x5)
You are unique and one-of-a-kind, never to be duplicated

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: NEIL JOHN BARNES, PAUL TERENCE DALEY, TONI HALLIDAY

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