Here I Go Again
Julianne Hough Diego Boneta Tom Cruise Alec Baldwin Russell Brand & Mary J. Blige Lyrics
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But, I sure know where I've been
Hanging on the promises
In songs of yesterday
An' I've made up my mind,
I ain't wasting no more time
But, here I go again
Here I go again
Tho' I keep searching for an answer,
I never seem to find what I'm looking for
Oh Lord, I pray
You give me strength to carry on,
'Cos I know what it means
To walk along the lonely street of dreams
An' here I go again on my own
Goin' down the only road I've ever known,
Like a hobo I was born to walk alone
An' I've made up my mind
I ain't wasting no more time
I'm just another heart in need of rescue,
Waiting on love's sweet charity
An' I'm gonna hold on
For the rest of my days,
'Cos I know what it means
To walk along the lonely street of dreams
An' here I go again on my own
Goin' down the only road I've ever known,
Like a hobo I was born to walk alone
An' I've made up my mind
I ain't wasting no more time
But, here I go again,
Here I go again,
Here I go again,
Here I go
An' I've made up my mind,
I ain't wasting no more time
An' here I go again on my own
Goin' down the only road I've ever known,
Like a hobo I was born to walk alone
'Cos I know what it means
To walk along the lonely street of dreams
An' here I go again on my own
Goin' down the only road I've ever known,
Like a hobo I was born to walk alone
An' I've made up my mind
I ain't wasting no more time
But, here I go again,
Here I go again,
Here I go again,
Here I go,
Here I go again
The song "Here I Go Again" can be interpreted as a declaration of independence and determination. In the first verse, the singer acknowledges that while they may not know where they are heading, they are certain of where they have been and the promises they have clung to from songs of the past. However, they have now resolved to stop wasting time searching for answers and are prepared to take control of their life and destiny. The second verse carries the same theme of searching and praying for strength, but ultimately the singer knows that they must walk alone in pursuit of their dreams. The singer has accepted their lonely path and declares that they will continue to hold on and never give up until they find what they are looking for.
The chorus serves as a powerful anthem that represents the main theme of the song. The singer proclaims that they are going down the only road they have ever known, and that they were born to walk alone like a hobo. However, they are not deterred by this and are determined to keep moving forward on their journey in search of love and meaning. In the end, the singer reiterates their determination to not waste any more time and announces that they are going again.
* The song was originally released by the British rock band Whitesnake in 1982 before being re-recorded by the band in 1987.
* The song was a massive hit for Whitesnake, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number nine on the UK Singles Chart.
* The version featured in the movie adaptation of Rock of Ages features Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin, Russell Brand, and Mary J. Blige.
* The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Kelly Clarkson, Gretchen Wilson, and Axe.
* The music video for the 1987 version of the song features model Tawny Kitaen performing cartwheels on the hoods of two Jaguars.
* The song was included in the video game Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock.
* Whitesnake's lead singer, David Coverdale, wrote the song with guitarist Bernie Marsden.
* The song has been used in several films and TV shows, including Old School, The Simpsons, and The Office.
* The song has been parodied in various forms, including a version by "Weird Al" Yankovic titled "Here I Go Again (On My Own)."
* The song's iconic guitar riff was based on a Jeff Beck song called "Bolero."
Chords: G, D, C, G, D, C, G, D, C, D.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know where I'm going
I am uncertain where my path leads.
But, I sure know where I've been
Although my future is unsure, my past is clear and understood.
Hanging on the promises
Believing in the hopeful assurance.
In songs of yesterday
In the old, familiar tunes that still echo in my memory.
An' I've made up my mind,
Despite the uncertainty, I have decided.
I ain't wasting no more time
I refuse to spend any more of my precious time idly.
But, here I go again
Nevertheless, I am starting anew.
Tho' I keep searching for an answer,
Despite my repeated efforts, I cannot seem to find what I am seeking.
I never seem to find what I'm looking for
My efforts are thwarted, and my hunt continues.
Oh Lord, I pray
I implore a higher power for divine aid.
You give me strength to carry on,
May I find the resilience to endure.
'Cos I know what it means
I comprehend the weight and gravity of my situation.
To walk along the lonely street of dreams
To tread the solitary path of aspirations.
An' here I go again on my own
I am venturing out independently once more.
Goin' down the only road I've ever known,
I am returning to my familiar route.
Like a hobo I was born to walk alone
As though I was inherently meant to journey solo, like a wandering vagabond.
I'm just another heart in need of rescue,
I echo the same plea as many others for salvation.
Waiting on love's sweet charity
Requiring the kindness and empathy of others to survive.
An' I'm gonna hold on
I will persevere and remain steadfast.
For the rest of my days,
Until the end of my life, I will continue to fight.
'Cos I know what it means
Because I understand the true significance.
To walk along the lonely street of dreams
To traverse the isolated path of desires.
But, here I go again,
Despite everything, I am starting anew.
Here I go again,
Once again, I am venturing out.
Here I go again,
Another fresh start and unknown journey awaits.
Here I go
I am setting out on my expedition.
An' here I go again on my own
Once again, I am voyaging solo.
Goin' down the only road I've ever known,
Returning to my usual, well-trodden path.
Like a hobo I was born to walk alone
As though I was inherently meant to journey independently, like a drifting wanderer.
An' I've made up my mind
My decision has been made.
I ain't wasting no more time
I will not procrastinate further.
Here I go again,
Once more, I am starting anew.
Here I go again,
Yet another attempt at a fresh beginning.
Here I go again,
Another effort at a new start.
Here I go
I am setting out once again.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Coverdale, Bernie Marsden
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