In 2005 he contributed vocals to his long-time collaborator Joby Talbot's soundtrack for the movie version of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
Neil has also contributed to the soundtrack to Doctor Who, providing two tracks; both of them for (new) Series 2.
The Good Life
Neil Hannon Lyrics
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Full of fun, seems to be the ideal
Mmm, the good life
Let's you hide all the sadness you feel
You won't really fall in love
For you can't take the chance
So please, be honest
Don't try to fake romance...
It's the good life
To be free, and explore the unknown
Like the heartaches
When you learn you must face them alone
Please remember
I still want you
And in case, you wonder why...
Well, just wake up
Kiss the good life goodbye
"The Good Life" by Neil Hannon is a song about the character of the good life. The singer sings about what the good life seems to be, full of fun and freedom, free to wander and explore the unknown. He goes on to sing about how the good life can allow one to hide their sadness, but the singer believes that it’s important not to fake romance and to be honest with oneself. The singer argues that the good life can’t really allow someone to fall in love because it requires taking risks, which the good life doesn’t support. The good life can only hide sadness and hold back love. The singer concludes that he still loves his partner, but it’s time to wake up and leave the good life behind.
The singer of the song is trying to break free from the illusion of the good life. He recognizes that although the good life can provide fleeting moments of happiness, ultimately, it’s not a substitute for authentic relationships and emotions. The singer wants to embrace the heartaches and learn to face them alone, but he will do so honestly, without trying to pretend that the good life can offer a fulfilling experience. In this sense, the song is a warning and also a celebration of authenticity.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, the good life
The pleasurable life full of enjoyment and satisfaction
Full of fun, seems to be the ideal
Life that seems to be perfect with all the happiness and joy
Mmm, the good life
Ah, the life everyone desires to live
Let's you hide all the sadness you feel
Allows you to conceal all the grief and sorrow inside you
You won't really fall in love
You will not really get into the romantic love affair
For you can't take the chance
As you do not want to risk being hurt by love
So please, be honest
Therefore, please speak the truth
With yourself
To yourself
Don't try to fake romance...
Do not pretend to be romantically inclined
It's the good life
This kind of life is enjoyable and fulfilling
To be free, and explore the unknown
To live unrestricted and discover new things
Like the heartaches
Just like the pain in your heart
When you learn you must face them alone
When you realize that you must deal with them on your own
Please remember
Keep in mind
I still want you
Despite everything, I still desire to be with you
And in case, you wonder why...
And in the event that you are questioning why
Well, just wake up
So, just open your eyes and come to your senses
Kiss the good life goodbye
Bid farewell to the pleasant and idealized version of life
Contributed by Alex N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ELCHAPOTHEMAN
One of the most underrated films ever. A work of genius.
@crazyfucker6664
Italian leather shoes
@darrylwynwilliams1760
Absolutely.
Sexy Beast is also another masterpiece .
@maicolguzman6404
Donde la veo
@Deedsofwill
@@crazyfucker6664 You drunk on the smell of italian leather shoes?
@rotesan
One of the greatest intro in british film history... you must see it.... Great film. Wonderful song.
@connorsparks825
Cant find it anywhere
@stivib5937
@@connorsparks825 search it on hd europix
@darrylwynwilliams1760
Absolutely 😉
@nicholaslicastro4370
One of my favorite gangster movies number 1