Royal Headache rose out of the bleak underground punk scene of Western Sydn… Read Full Bio ↴Royal Headache rose out of the bleak underground punk scene of Western Sydney, Australia in 2008. In part as a response to the gloomy post-punk bands happening at the time of its founding, the group infused its garage punk core with a hearty dose of '60s-inspired AM radio soul-pop. Going by foreshortened nicknames, the band consisted of Shogun on vocals, Joe on bass, Shortty on drums, and Law on guitar. The quartet quickly made a name for itself on the strength of a self-produced 7" and began playing locally. In 2011 the band released its self-titled debut LP on R.I.P. Society in Australia. The record was produced by Mikey Young, influential godfather of the Aussie punk scene and full-time member of Eddy Current Suppression Ring. This collection of incredibly catchy, punk-tinged power soul was met with a positive response almost across the board from the underground press, and gained the band much wider recognition. Tours of Europe and the United States followed, and in early 2012 the group's first record was re-released by What's Your Rupture? in America. Further success followed for the band as critical plaudits piled up and a tour of Australia with the Black Keys followed. The touring and lifestyle took a toll and in 2013 Shogun left the band. During their time apart Joe played in the band Bed Wetting Bad Boys and Shogun took on guitar duties for the group Low Life. The band reconvened to play some shows, including a tumultuous night at Sydney's Royal Opera House, and began working on its second album. Made up of songs that were begun around the time the first record was released, Royal Headache added some keyboards from friend Gabrielle De Giorgio, and worked to expand their sound. High was released in late August of 2015, again on What's Your Rupture?

Biography by Fred Thomas

Another World
Royal Headache Lyrics

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Well for such a small wonder
See how far we've been heard
Still you'll never find me
In their idiots world

Painted in my corner
And there I perished all night
No you'll never track me

Into your endless plight
You ate my face
To take my place
So you can shine in another world
Its in poor taste, you're off your case
Yeah!

You see I want it, I want it, I want it
I want it so bad
But when I try to put my hand up
Each time I feel I've been had

You ate my face to take my place
so you can shine in another world
Its in poor taste your off your case
La-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-la

Cause you condescend
When I need a friend
It makes me want to fly to another world
To another world
Cause you hate my face
But you want my place
I know you wanna die in another world
But there's no another world

Yeah!
Another world

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Royal Headache's song "Another World" talk about feeling out of place in the world and wanting to escape to another world where one can fit in. The song opens with "Well for such a small wonder, See how far we've been heard, Still you'll never find me, In their idiots world." The first line suggests that there is something small and perhaps even insignificant about one's existence, but the next line emphasizes that despite this, one has been heard, and there is a sense of accomplishment in that. However, despite being heard or recognized, the singer does not want to be part of the mainstream world or what they call the "idiots world." This line seems to criticize the current state of society and its values.

The second stanza, "Painted in my corner, And there I perished all night, No, you'll never track me, Into your endless plight," talks about feeling trapped or confined to a corner without being able to escape. The use of the word "perished" indicates that the singer feels hopeless or defeated while being in that space. They do not want to be tracked down and forced to be part of the "endless plight" of the world. In the chorus, the lyrics repeat "You ate my face, to take my place, so you can shine in another world, Its in poor taste, you're off your case, yeah." Here the singer is speaking to someone who has taken their place and wants to shine in another world. The idea of eating someone's face is a metaphorical reference to taking over someone's identity or personality. The singer seems to be frustrated and angry that the other person has taken over their life and is now trying to replace them in another world.

Overall, the lyrics of "Another World" by Royal Headache express a sense of longing for a world where one can be understood and accepted for who they are without having to conform to societal norms. The song speaks to anyone who feels like they do not fit in and how this can lead to a desire to escape to another world.

Line by Line Meaning

Well for such a small wonder
Despite being something small or seemingly insignificant, it has been able to reach far and wide in terms of being heard.

See how far we've been heard
It is impressive and worth noting how widespread the message has been despite its origins as 'such a small wonder'.

Still you'll never find me
Despite the song's message being heard to far reaches, the singer will not conform to societal expectations or fit in with the majority.

In their idiots world
The artist is referring to mainstream society that is deemed unintelligent or foolish by the artist.

Painted in my corner
The artist feels trapped and confined to a specific space, with limitations on what can be accomplished.

And there I perished all night
The singer had remained in that corner throughout the night without much progress, leading to feelings of hopelessness.

No you'll never track me
The singer will not be easily found, as they seek to avoid being forced into conformity with mainstream societal expectations.

Into your endless plight
The artist perceives that the mainstream society's problems are never-ending and will not change, so they do not wish to be part of that cycle.

You ate my face
The artist feels attacked and consumed by others' desire to take over and push them aside.

To take my place
Others aim to force the artist into a specific role or job, but the artist does not wish to comply.

So you can shine in another world
Others seek to benefit from the work and accomplishments of the singer and to enhance their own status in a separate sphere.

Its in poor taste, you're off your case
The artist believes that others' methods are inappropriate and unreasonable, and that they are misguided and irrational.

Cause you condescend
Others act superior towards the singer, looking down on them and being dismissive of their ideas.

When I need a friend
Despite the singer's efforts and hard work, they seek camaraderie and connection.

It makes me want to fly to another world
The negative treatment from others leads the singer to desire a completely separate world where they can escape such treatment and interact with different people.

Cause you hate my face
The artist recognizes that others despise and are irritated by their presence and appearance.

But you want my place
While expressing dislike for the artist's position, others attempt to occupy and claim that spot instead.

I know you wanna die in another world
Other people's desire to leave and isolate themselves in other worlds may be interpreted as a form of suicidal thought or expression.

But there's no another world
In reality, there is no escape from the problems and conflicts present in the current world; it is simply essential to learn how to cope and overcome them.

Yeah!
An indication of agreement or affirmation, and possibly implying scrutiny of societal norms and expectations.

Another world
A separate place where the artist can be free and recognized for their true worth and effort.

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