Indovina and Human Drama began their career in New Orleans in the early 80s as The Models, releasing two singles along with compilation appearances. A mid-'80s move to Los Angeles and the discovery of an already existing Australian band also named The Models set the stage for Indovina and company to begin their new incarnation.
The newly renamed Human Drama became a member of the "Scream scene" of the mid-'80s, which sprang up around the short-lived Los Angeles underground goth/metal club that brought Guns N' Roses and Jane's Addiction to the world. Human Drama contributed a song, "Wave of Darkness", to the 1987 Scream Compilation LP, which led to a major label deal with RCA.
1989 saw the release of the debut Hopes Prayers Dreams Heart Soul Mind Love Life Death EP and the full length Feel LP. Both releases featured a electric guitar-oriented approach. Indovina felt that RCA wasn't properly promoting the band, and the band and label parted ways.
Moving to the independent Triple X label, the next Human Drama release was 1992's The World Inside. Stylistically different from the first two releases, Indovina moved Human Drama into a quieter, more strings-based sound. This album is widely regarded as Indovina and Human Drama's most important work. The LP earned the band critical raves and a near fanatical following, especially in Mexico. A solo performance of various cover songs by Indovina at the album's release party predicted the next Human Drama album. Released in 1993, PinUps was an open tribute to David Bowie's album of the same name, a collection of remakes of various sources of inspiration.
A move to New York city accompanied a temporary co-release stint on the Projekt label, resulting in two additional mid-decade releases, 1994's Human Drama EP and 1995's Songs of Betrayal, which was later re-released as two separate discs with additional tracks.
The next Human Drama release would be a live album. 1997's Fourteen Thousand Three Hundred Eighty Four Days Later, featuring many of the early Feel-era songs, along with some new cover song choices.
1999 brought Solemn Sun Setting, which saw a merging of the two "different" Human Drama styles, before the following year's career overview, Best of Human Drama...In a Perfect World.
The final Human Drama album, 2002's Cause and Effect, continuing themes from Solemn Sun Setting, was an unexpected goodbye from Indovina and company, for both the band and their fans.
In 2004, Human Drama recorded their final track, the Beatles "Let It Be", which was given to fans who attended the band's farewell performance in Los Angeles. When asked why he chose "Let It Be" as their final recording Indovina answered, "I strived my entire career to write a song as good as that, but since I couldn't, I decided to record it as a salute to, what is in my opinion, the best song ever written".
Indovina has since moved on with his next project, Sound of the Blue Heart.
One Time Around the Lake
Human Drama Lyrics
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I should've seen the writing on the wall
I should have felt it no long mattering
Looking back I saw it in their face
This is the failure that deeps failing
Where is that breath I struggle for
I'm having trouble forgetting to remember
Mister sun I rise with you
And sleep only when you do
Bring me to my feet
My tomorrows I share only with you
I think I am the question with no answer
And I'm the rising tide that does not fade
I am the king that leads no one to nowhere
Abandoning every bed I laid
Where is the love I could not measure
Though I said the word a million times
Maybe I can find the definition
One more time around the lake
Mister sun I rise with you
And sleep only when you do
Bring me to my feet
My tomorrows I share only with you
There are no pieces to pick up
There's not another sign to see
This is not search for a new beginning
It's not a shout, It's not a plea
Somewhere three hearts beat together without me
67 years brought this reward
As I wait for journeys end, the journey continues
So one more time around the lake
And I'm not looking for redemption
I'm not hoping to camouflage the guilt
I just keep staring, staring at that same reflection
One more time around the lake
Mister sun I rise with you
And sleep only when you do
Bring me to my feet
My tomorrows I share only with you
The lyrics of the song "One Time Around the Lake" by Human Drama explore themes of self-reflection, regret, and the passage of time.
The first verse reflects on missed opportunities and the singer's failure to recognize the signs of impending change. They express a sense of hindsight, acknowledging that the signs were there all along, but they failed to take notice. The phrase "Looking back I saw it in their face" suggests that the singer can now see the truth in the expressions of those around them.
The chorus brings up images of the sun, representing a new day and a fresh start. The singer expresses their connection with the sun, rising and resting together, emphasizing their reliance on the energy and positivity it brings. They yearn for the sun to bring them inspiration and motivation to move forward.
In the second verse, the singer grapples with their identity and existence. They describe themselves as a question without an answer, a rising tide that doesn't fade, and a king without followers or direction. This reflects a feeling of aimlessness and a lack of purpose. The mention of abandoning every bed they laid indicates a pattern of instability and dissatisfaction.
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the singer's dependency on the sun for guidance and hope. They use the phrase "My tomorrows I share only with you" to convey their reliance on the sun's presence to navigate the future.
The third verse suggests a sense of resignation and acceptance. The singer realizes that there is no going back or fixing what has been broken. They acknowledge that there are no more signs to follow, signaling a state of finality. They express that they are not seeking redemption or trying to hide their guilt, but rather they are captivated by their own reflection, perhaps symbolizing deep introspection.
In the final lines of the lyrics, the singer contemplates the interconnectedness of others' lives without their own presence. They mention three hearts beating together without them, emphasizing their feeling of isolation and exclusion. The mention of 67 years brings a sense of accumulated experience and the recognition that the journey continues despite awaiting its end. The final line, "So one more time around the lake," suggests a cyclical nature to life and a willingness to keep moving forward despite the challenges faced.
Throughout the song, the repeated reference to the sun represents hope, inspiration, and renewal. The singer seeks solace and guidance from its presence, recognizing its power to bring about change and transformation. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a sense of introspection, self-discovery, and the relentless pursuit of meaning in the face of uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess I should've seen it coming
I realize now that I should have anticipated this outcome
I should've seen the writing on the wall
There were clear signs and clues that I missed
I should have felt it no long mattering
I should have realized that it no longer held any significance
Looking back I saw it in their face
Upon reflection, I could see it in their expressions
This is the failure that deeps failing
This is a failure that intensifies the sense of failing
Where is that breath I struggle for
I can't find the breath I strive for and struggle to obtain
I'm having trouble forgetting to remember
It's difficult for me to let go of memories and not dwell on them
So one more time around the lake
I'll give it another try, despite knowing the cycle
Mister sun I rise with you
I wake up alongside the sun in the morning
And sleep only when you do
I sleep only when the sun sets
Bring me to my feet
Give me the motivation to start each day
My tomorrows I share only with you
I only see a future when the sun is present
I think I am the question with no answer
I believe that I am an unanswered question
And I'm the rising tide that does not fade
I am like a relentless rising tide that never disappears
I am the king that leads no one to nowhere
I am the futile king who leads people to nowhere
Abandoning every bed I laid
I leave behind every relationship I've had
Where is the love I could not measure
I yearn for a love that is immeasurable
Though I said the word a million times
Even though I've said 'love' countless times
Maybe I can find the definition
Perhaps I can discover the true meaning
There are no pieces to pick up
There is nothing left to salvage
There's not another sign to see
There are no more signs or indications
This is not search for a new beginning
This is not an attempt to find a fresh start
It's not a shout, It's not a plea
It's neither a shout nor a plea for help
Somewhere three hearts beat together without me
There are three hearts united, excluding mine
67 years brought this reward
After 67 years, this is what I have obtained
As I wait for journeys end, the journey continues
While awaiting the end of the journey, it still goes on
And I'm not looking for redemption
I'm not seeking redemption or forgiveness
I'm not hoping to camouflage the guilt
I don't wish to conceal or hide my guilt
I just keep staring, staring at that same reflection
I find myself constantly fixated on the same reflection
One more time around the lake
I'll repeat this cycle once again
Mister sun I rise with you
I wake up alongside the sun in the morning
And sleep only when you do
I sleep only when the sun sets
Bring me to my feet
Give me the motivation to start each day
My tomorrows I share only with you
I only see a future when the sun is present
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: S.J. JR Indovina
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Umaga 80 Mormar
lastima que esta música no sea tan conocida pero es tan relajante todo sonido y voz.
Juan Carrillo
Un gran musico y como persona muy sencillo
ClvrSwine
Easily one the very best to see live. Always intense and real.
fredy farcknath Sanchez
Johnny indovina Un virtuoso de verdad. :') human drama si que sabe encontrarte en la oscuridad
Isaí Moreno
¡Johnny Indovina es un genio!
María Petissa
❤️🙏 gracias por su magia
Tilosoul1
Enigmático y muy talentoso johnny indovina
Giovanny Zeit
Hola jose nuñez, te lo agradezco, solo que quisiera saber que dicen en una estrofa, se escuchan dos voces
Giovanny Zeit
alguien sabe que dice casi al ultimo de la canción en ingles y español se escuchan dos voces, 1 cantando y otro como recitando.
Rocket Power
El himno del deprimido.