So, the music: Imagine Radiohead tiptoeing silently behind Patty Griffin as she makes her way backstage. Imagine Jeff Buckley in drag, singing along loudly at a Nirvana concert. Imagine Death Cab hiding in the back of an Emily Dickinson reading. She describes their music as "mainstream indie rock" and feels the contradiction perfectly describes her obsessions.
Another Go
Mieka Pauley Lyrics
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I'd like to learn the art of knowing when
I'd like to learn the science of making choices
In case I get to do it over again
Does someone somewhere know the trick to time travel
That lets me act on everything I know now
Does someone somewhere know that trick to time travel
Let's have another go
This time, I won't be a psycho
This time, both my id and ego
Will blow you away
This time I swear that I will consult the experts
And they will lay me out a logical plan
You have my word that I will consult the experts
I'll make them swear there's nothing there I'll misunderstand
Let's have another go
This time, I won't be a psycho
This time, both my id and ego
Will blow you away
The lyrics to Mieka Pauley's song "Another Go" express a desire to understand the science behind making choices, specifically in the context of the regret that comes with knowing one could have made better decisions. The artist laments her past mistakes and wishes she could go back in time to rectify them, implying that her previous attempts did not go as planned. She wonders if someone somewhere has discovered the trick to time travel and if she would be able to act differently with the knowledge she has now. She is determined to consult experts this time and make a logical plan, hoping that both her id and ego will work together to achieve a better outcome.
The song is relatable to many people as everyone has made choices they regret and wished they could do things differently. It also acknowledges the difficulty of making informed decisions without the benefit of hindsight. The theme of the song is universal and likely resonates with anyone who has ever experienced regret.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd like to learn the science of making choices
The singer wants to gain a better understanding of how to make informed decisions.
I'd like to learn the art of knowing when
The singer wants to improve their ability to recognize the right time to take action.
I'd like to learn the science of making choices
The singer wants to acquire the knowledge needed to make better choices in case they get the opportunity to do so again.
In case I get to do it over again
The artist understands that they may have made mistakes in the past and wants to be prepared to make improvements in the future.
Does someone somewhere know the trick to time travel
The artist wishes they could go back in time and use their current knowledge to make better choices in the past.
That lets me act on everything I know now
The singer wants the ability to use their current knowledge to change the past and improve their future.
Cause God and I know how it goes when I'm not allowed
The singer has experienced negative consequences of not being allowed to make their own choices and wants to avoid that in the future.
Let's have another go
The artist wants to try again and make improvements in their decision-making ability.
This time, I won't be a psycho
The artist doesn't want to make the same mistakes as they have in the past and will make a conscious effort to improve their behavior.
This time, both my id and ego
The artist wants to balance their unconscious and conscious motivations to make better choices.
Will blow you away
The singer hopes that their improved decision-making ability will impress and positively impact others.
This time I swear that I will consult the experts
The artist is committed to seeking advice and guidance from those who have more knowledge and experience.
And they will lay me out a logical plan
The singer wants to have a clear and well-thought-out plan of action to avoid making impulsive or irrational decisions.
I'll make them swear there's nothing there I'll misunderstand
The singer wants to ensure that they have a thorough understanding of the advice they receive and avoid any misinterpretation.
Contributed by Juliana R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
James Heran
I'm a recovering alcoholic/addict, and I can relate so much to this! Very good I'm surprised it doesn't have more views. You have a great voice and can write very well.
Julie Iga
Love it.
Crystalline
Ran across this on Spotify, LOVE
Mieka Pauley
<3 <3