Second Album Means it's Too Late to Change Your Band Name
The Gothsicles Lyrics
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A memory that you might try to repress
'Cause in 2001 at juno.com
You were still known as gothicfairyprincess
And I betcha somewhere you'd wish that you'd changed
But to switch your email is a hell of a pain
Recognition of the name goes down the drain
And the whole thing holds true for band names, too
Second time around means that your shit's solidified
'Cause by the second time around the sound's by name identified
And if you ever sought to alter that, you'd find yourself denied
'Cause by the second time around you've wound the ropes by which you're tied
Second time around...
It's constantly happening
Bands always regretting
The elected moniker
By which they monitor
The scene or register as their MySpace thing
'Cause I've heard that Tom Shear doesn't like his band name
And I've read that Fat Mike has expressed much that same
But both those bands are awesome so it's like, ya know, whatever
So yo, fuck it, "Gothsicles" forever
Second time around means that your shit's solidified
'Cause by the second time around the sound's by name identified
And if you ever sought to alter that, you'd find yourself denied
'Cause by the second time around you've wound the ropes by which you're tied
Second time around means that your shit's solidified
'Cause by the second time around the sound's by name identified
And if you ever sought to alter that, you'd find yourself denied
'Cause by the second time around, that appellation's bound
Second time around...
Second time around means that it's too late to change your band name
The Gothsicles's song "Second Album Means It's Too Late To Change Your Band Name" is a humorous take on the importance of a band's name and how it becomes their defining feature. The opening lines talk about how people may regret their first email address, which can be embarrassing when looking back on it. The same is true for a band's name. Once a band has released their second album, their name becomes solidified and they cannot change it without losing their identity and recognition. The repetition of the phrase "second time around" emphasizes this point and the chorus drives it home with the line "Second time around means that it's too late to change your band name."
The song also pokes fun at the trend of bands regretting their chosen name, citing examples like Tom Shear of Assemblage 23 and Fat Mike of NOFX. However, the band emphasizes their own commitment to their name by declaring "Gothsicles forever." They embrace their unique and eye-catching name, recognizing its importance to their place in the music scene.
Overall, the song sends a message about the power of a band's name and the importance of defining oneself. The Gothsicles encourage bands to embrace their identities and their names, even if they may regret them in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Remember your first email address?
Recall the email address you first set up online
A memory that you might try to repress
An unforgettable memory you may wish to forget
'Cause in 2001 at juno.com
As that time back in 2001 on juno.com
You were still known as gothicfairyprincess
Your username remains gothicfairyprincess
And I betcha somewhere you'd wish that you'd changed
You probably regret not having changed it before
But to switch your email is a hell of a pain
Changing emails is a difficult process
Recognition of the name goes down the drain
Familiarity with the name would disappear
And the whole thing holds true for band names, too
This applies to band names as well
Second time around means that your shit's solidified
The second album implies your music is well-established
'Cause by the second time around the sound's by name identified
Your name is now associated with your established sound
And if you ever sought to alter that, you'd find yourself denied
Attempting to change it would be met with resistance
'Cause by the second time around you've wound the ropes by which you're tied
Your identity is already established and can be difficult to change
It's constantly happening
This happens often
Bands always regretting
Musical groups often have regrets
The elected moniker
The chosen band name
By which they monitor
The name used to keep track of them
The scene or register as their MySpace thing
Used to identify themselves on social media platforms like MySpace
'Cause I've heard that Tom Shear doesn't like his band name
Tom Shear reportedly dislikes his band name
And I've read that Fat Mike has expressed much that same
Fat Mike has also expressed dissatisfaction with his band name
But both those bands are awesome so it's like, ya know, whatever
Despite their dislike for their names, the bands are still great
So yo, fuck it, "Gothsicles" forever
Therefore, stick with the current band name, Gothsicles
Second time around means that it's too late to change your band name
By the second album, changing your band name is no longer an option
Contributed by Chase I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.