Another Day
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Wraps a towel around her as she's heading for the bedroom chair
It's just another day
Slipping into stockings, stepping into shoes
Dipping in the pocket of her raincoat
It's just another day
At the office where the papers grow she takes a break
Drinks another coffe and she finds it hard to stay awake
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
So sad, so sad
Sometimes she feels so sad
Alone in her apartment she'd dwell
Till the man of her dreams come to break the spell
Ah, stay, don't stand her up
And he comes and he stays but he leaves the next day
So sad
Sometimes she feels so sad
As she posts another letter to the sound of five
People gather 'round her and she finds it hard to stay alive
It's just another day
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
So sad, so sad
Sometimes she feels so sad
Alone in her apartment she'd dwell
Till the man of her dreams come to break the spell
Ah, stay, don't stand her up
And he comes and he stays but he leaves the next day
So sad
Sometimes she feels so sad
Every day she takes a morning bath she wets her hair
Wraps a towel around her as she's heading for the bedroom chair
It's just another day
Slipping into stockings, stepping into shoes
Dipping in the pocket of her raincoat
It's just another day
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
The song "Another Day" by Wings, written and sung by Paul McCartney, is a melancholy reflection on the daily routine of a working woman who longs for love and companionship. The song opens with the image of the woman taking a morning bath, which is a refreshing ritual that sets her up for another day of mundanity. As she gets dressed and heads to work, she is acutely aware of the drudgery of her life, as expressed in the repetitive chorus: "Do do do do do do, it's just another day."
Throughout the song, there is a sense of unfulfilled longing, as the woman waits for the "man of her dreams" to come and rescue her from her loneliness. However, even when he does appear, the happiness is fleeting, as he "leaves the next day." This cycle repeats itself, and the woman is left to face another day of solitude, as expressed in the plaintive refrain: "So sad, so sad, sometimes she feels so sad."
The song captures the sense of isolation and frustration that many people feel in their daily lives, despite the appearance of normality and routine. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of love and connection in a world that can often feel cold and uncaring.
Line by Line Meaning
Every day she takes a morning bath she wets her hair
The routine of the singer's life is repetitive and mundane.
Wraps a towel around her as she's heading for the bedroom chair
The singer's actions are almost automatic, as she goes through the same motions every day.
It's just another day
Every day feels the same and there's nothing new or exciting to look forward to.
Slipping into stockings, stepping into shoes
Despite the monotony, the artist has her routine down to a science.
Dipping in the pocket of her raincoat
Small details like dipping into her pocket on the way out of the door add texture to the narrative and make it more interesting.
At the office where the papers grow she takes a break
Even at work, where things are supposed to be different, life feels the same.
Drinks another coffe and she finds it hard to stay awake
The singer struggles to stay engaged, as nothing gives her a sense of purpose or enthusiasm.
So sad, so sad
The tone of the song shifts as the artist's sadness becomes more pronounced.
Sometimes she feels so sad
Despite going through the same motions every day, the artist can't shake the feeling of emptiness.
Alone in her apartment she'd dwell
The artist's solitude contributes to her loneliness and sense of despair.
Till the man of her dreams come to break the spell
The singer clings to the hope of a meaningful connection with someone else.
Ah, stay, don't stand her up
The artist's fear of being rejected or let down is strong and palpable.
And he comes and he stays but he leaves the next day
Despite the momentary relief of feeling desired, the singer's relationships never seem to last.
As she posts another letter to the sound of five
The singer's efforts to connect with others are often futile, as her attempts to communicate fall short or go unnoticed.
People gather 'round her and she finds it hard to stay alive
Despite being in the company of others, the singer still feels isolated and disconnected.
Do do do do do do, it's just another day
The song's chorus reiterates the sense of monotony and repetition that characterizes the artist's life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Linda McCartney, Paul James McCartney
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