She is best known for her Christmas song "No Christmas for me", which became a YouTube success in 2007. Zee Avi on this song: “This song was inspired by everything i’ve experienced/read/watched/heard of from movies or stories, about one’s lover being far away for Christmas, be it serving in the army, college, another country, peace corps etc… In a way, it’s also about not losing hope. (…) The words in this one are simple and direct. (…) I stayed with the ‘silent movie feel’ as i think it suits the song.”
Zee Avi's debut album 'Zee Avi' was released May 19, 2009.
I Am Me Once More
Zee Avi Lyrics
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That you think I'd be incapable of being on my own
No, I really don't think so
That I would for a second let you back in through my door
I have spent many a nights
Even when you are by my side
I shed tears I couldn't dry
But I should thank you for
Taking my blindfold off now
I ain't jaded no more, no more
And I take pride in being the one that said goodbye
That could only mean I am me, once more
You would turn your head the other way
So you won't have to listen to what I have to say
You assume that I needed you
But you didn't realize that I needed no one but myself
I needed no one but myself
But I should thank you for
Taking my blindfold off now
I ain't jaded no more, no more
And I take pride in being the one that said goodbye
That could only mean I am me, once more
That could only mean I am me, once more
That could only mean I am me, once more
The song "I Am Me Once More" by Zee Avi is about finding self-empowerment and independence after a break-up. The lyrics express the singer's newfound confidence and assertiveness in standing on her own two feet without relying on her former partner. She dispels any doubts that her ex might have had about her ability to be independent, and asserts her own strength and resilience. The line "I should thank you for taking my blindfold off now" shows that even though the break-up was painful, it helped her see things more clearly and realize her own value.
The repetition of the phrase "that could only mean I am me, once more" emphasizes the importance of knowing and valuing oneself as an individual. The singer recognizes that she no longer needs anyone else to define her or make her feel whole. She is content and proud to be her own person. The line "you assume that I needed you, but you didn't realize that I needed no one but myself" underscores the idea that true independence and self-confidence come from within.
Overall, the message of the song is one of empowerment and self-love. It encourages listeners to recognize their own strength and value as unique individuals, rather than seeking validation from others. The singer's experience of finding herself after a painful break-up can be relatable and inspiring to anyone going through a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
No, I really don't think so
I don't believe that you underestimate my ability to be independent
That you think I'd be incapable of being on my own
You assume that I am not capable of being alone
No, I really don't think so
I don't think that I would ever let you back into my life again
That I would for a second let you back in through my door
I would never allow you to come back into my life
I have spent many a nights
I have spent countless nights
Even when you are by my side
Even when you were present with me
I shed tears I couldn't dry
I cried tears that I couldn't stop on my own
I shed tears I couldn't dry
I cried tears that I couldn't stop on my own
But I should thank you for
However, I should express gratitude towards you
Taking my blindfold off now
For helping me see the truth
I ain't jaded no more, no more
I am no longer cynical
And I take pride in being the one that said goodbye
I am proud that I was the one who ended things
That could only mean I am me, once more
This is a sign that I am once again my true self
You would turn your head the other way
You would ignore me deliberately
So you won't have to listen to what I have to say
To avoid hearing my thoughts and opinions
You assume that I needed you
You believed that I was dependent on you
But you didn't realize that I needed no one but myself
However, you failed to recognize that I am self-sufficient
That could only mean I am me, once more
This confirms that I have regained my true identity
That could only mean I am me, once more
This confirms that I have regained my true identity
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Izyan Binti Alirahman
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