Here We Go Again
Hives Lyrics
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A sign spelling out a word that none of us has heard.
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
A voice inside of me says insufficiency how come it worked out for you?
Not satisfied just yet, want to receive and get.
I believe that word my inner voices never left unheard.
Twenty bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
Bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
Here we go again!
Here we go again!
Here we goddamn go again!
The lyrics of "Here We Go Again" by the Hives tell the story of a person who is dissatisfied with their life and is constantly seeking new products and experiences to fill the void. The first verse describes a neon sign that advertises a product that promises to provide a new life without unhappy feelings. The singer eagerly buys the product and repeats the process again and again, spending more and more money each time to overcome the feelings of insufficiency. The second verse highlights the singer's desire to receive more and not be satisfied just yet, insinuating that the singer is addicted to consumerism and the thrill of acquisition.
The chorus repeats the singer's cycle of unhappiness and constant pursuit of a new life. The repetition of the phrase "here we go again" and the increasing frustration expressed in the last line ("Here we goddamn go again!") suggest that the singer understands that this cycle is endless and ultimately unfulfilling, yet they cannot stop themselves from continuing it.
The song can be seen as a critique of consumer culture and the constant pressure to buy new products and experiences to achieve happiness. Despite the lyrics being written in 2004, the themes still hold true today in a world where people are still seeking to obtain more and improve their lifestyles to be happier.
Line by Line Meaning
A neon light is seen above every average teen.
A typical teenager sees the glitz and glamour all around them.
A sign spelling out a word that none of us has heard.
An unheard of product is advertised.
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product promises to transform one's life for a small fee.
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
This new product claims to eliminate negative emotions and experiences.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
The artist is willing to try multiple products to find the one that works.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
The singer will make a list of products to try and start their search again.
A voice inside of me says insufficiency how come it worked out for you?
The singer wonders why others have success while they struggle.
I better try something new.
The artist is willing to experiment in order to find success.
Not satisfied just yet, want to receive and get.
The artist desires to attain more and have greater satisfaction.
I believe that word my inner voices never left unheard.
The artist trusts in their own intuition and inner voice.
Twenty bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
The singer is willing to pay more for a product that promises a greater transformation.
Here we go again!
The artist expresses a sense of starting over and trying again.
Here we go again!
The singer continues to express their determination to keep trying.
Here we goddamn go again!
The singer's frustration is evident as they start their search anew.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RANDY FITZSIMMONS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1]
A neon light is seen
Above the average teen
A sign spelling out a word
That none of us has ever heard
[Chorus]
Fourteen bucks today, I get a new life tomorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper, the almighty pen
HERE WE GO AGAIN
[Verse 2]
A voice inside of me
Says insufficiently
How come it worked out for you?
I better try something new
[Chorus]
Twenty bucks today, I get a new life tommorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper, the almighty pen
[Verse 3]
Not satisfied just yet
Want to receive and get
I believe that word
My inner voice is never left unheard
[Chorus]
Twenty bucks today, I get a new life tommorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper, the almighty pen
[Outro]
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go, go, go again
Omkar Nimble
A neon light is seen
Above every average teen
A sign spelling out a word
That none of us has ever heard
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen
Here we go again
A voice inside of me
Says insufficiency
How come it worked out for you?
I better try something new
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tommorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen
Not satisfied just yet
Want to recieve and get
I believe that word
My inner voice is never left unheard
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go go go again
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[Verse 1]
A neon light is seen
Above the average teen
A sign spelling out a word
That none of us has ever heard
[Chorus]
Fourteen bucks today, I get a new life tomorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper, the almighty pen
HERE WE GO AGAIN
[Verse 2]
A voice inside of me
Says insufficiently
How come it worked out for you?
I better try something new
[Chorus]
Twenty bucks today, I get a new life tommorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper, the almighty pen
[Verse 3]
Not satisfied just yet
Want to receive and get
I believe that word
My inner voice is never left unheard
[Chorus]
Twenty bucks today, I get a new life tommorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper, the almighty pen
[Outro]
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go, go, go again
Laz Low
You can see such a clear desire to invent a new musical direction for the style they took on, basically no one else from the post garage rock genre had the same work ethic as these guys!
Hollowhead
The bit when the guitar comes in at 1:14 sends shivers down my spine!
WhosBlue
@Jakov Matosic this comment is literally 8 years old
Jakov Matosic
same
The Executioner
I used to LOVE the Hives about a decade ago when i was in High School! I used to play dis song all the time I almost forgot about these guys lol.
tinyvox
Write an album of songs exactly as good as this one so we can really like y'all again
Omkar Nimble
A neon light is seen
Above every average teen
A sign spelling out a word
That none of us has ever heard
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen
Here we go again
A voice inside of me
Says insufficiency
How come it worked out for you?
I better try something new
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tommorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen
Not satisfied just yet
Want to recieve and get
I believe that word
My inner voice is never left unheard
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow
I'll take this one and that one and then some more
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go again
Here we go go go again
Dubious Caesar
Such a good song that leaves you craving for another verse to scream out the chorus on a pause x
Sam Burton
This song is on my UK version of 'Your new favourite band'... I had never even heard of this album before now!