While still in high school, he recorded his first solo effort, Mythologies, released on the Carpe Diem label, and produced by future 97 Murry Hammond. Miller and Hammond then formed the group Sleepy Heroes, a power-pop trio that released one CD - Under A Radio Sun - and promptly disbanded.
In the early 1990s, Miller started performing country songs acoustically with Hammond with the moniker Ranchero Brothers - a duo that performs occasionally to this day.
Miller's second solo album The Instigator was released in 2002. In 2006, he released The Believer. Recently he released the self-titled Rhett Miller in 2009.
For photographs and additional information visit Rhett Miller's official website www.RhettMiller.com, or the official website of the Old 97's www.Old97s.com.
World Inside The World
Rhett Miller Lyrics
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And it's okay to count the minutes
'Cause how many could there be?
And if love is all around us
Then how could this have found us?
The move you know is don't let go of me
There is a world inside the world that you see
Let's call her Halcyon and hope that she holds
'Cause every shore she's gonna touch is gonna turn to solid gold
She and I've been wishing
For a change in our condition
It's not given, but it's obvious to me
There is a world inside the world
There is a world inside the world
There is a world inside the world that you see
There is a world inside the world that you see
I read it in Delillo like they'd written it to me
And if love is all we're made of
Then what am I afraid of?
Just 'cause freedom rings, it doesn't mean we're free
There is a world inside the world
There is a world inside the world
There is a world inside the world
There is a world inside the world
There is a world inside the world that you see
The lyrics to "World Inside The World," by Rhett Miller, depict a sense of introspection that comes with contemplating alternate realities. The song speaks to the idea that in addition to the external world around us, we all have an internal world that is just as real, if not more so. By acknowledging the existence of this world, we can begin to appreciate the time that we have and the importance of the people and relationships that we hold dear.
Miller speaks of a "Halcyon" figure that he hopes will "hold," suggesting that the singer is seeking a sense of stability in a turbulent world. The idea of wishing for a "change in our condition" suggests that there may be some dissatisfaction with the current state of the world, or that the singer simply desires more from life.
The line "Just 'cause freedom rings, it doesn't mean we're free" may be the most poignant of the song, speaking to the idea that our inner worlds may be just as constrained and limited as the external world. Despite this, the song ends on a hopeful note, with a repetition of the line "There is a world inside the world that you see," suggesting that there is always more to discover and appreciate, both within ourselves and in the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
There is a world inside the world that you see
The world is more complex than it seems, and there are hidden depths to be explored.
And it's okay to count the minutes
It's important to make the most of your time and not take it for granted.
'Cause how many could there be?
Time is finite and should be valued accordingly.
And if love is all around us
Love is a pervasive force in the world.
Then how could this have found us?
It's a mystery how two people can find love among the chaos of life.
The move you know is don't let go of me
Hold onto the person you love, because they are what make life worth living.
Let's call her Halcyon and hope that she holds
Hope that the person you love can weather the turbulence of life.
'Cause every shore she's gonna touch is gonna turn to solid gold
Her presence can transform the mundane into something magical.
She and I've been wishing
Together you can dream and try to make those dreams a reality.
For a change in our condition
Hope for a better future and work towards making it happen.
It's not given, but it's obvious to me
Success is not guaranteed, but if you keep trying, it can be yours.
I read it in Delillo like they'd written it to me
Art can resonate deeply and feel like it was created specifically for you.
And if love is all we're made of
Love is a fundamental aspect of our humanity.
Then what am I afraid of?
If love is the essence of our existence, there is no need to fear anything.
Just 'cause freedom rings, it doesn't mean we're free
The idea of liberty and the reality of it can be vastly different.
Lyrics © SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: STEWART RANSOM MILLER
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