do it yourself
sprites Lyrics

The song "Do It Yourself" by Sprites tells the story of a person who is reflecting on a past relationship with their former best friend, who they started a band with. They express regret for having made that decision because their once-shared love for music became less enjoyable as the band began to take off in popularity. The singer feels like they were the one who put in much effort into making the band successful- they had to teach their friend every chord and note, give them every word and song they wrote. They had hoped that their friend would take them all the way or that their friend would have stayed behind if they couldn't, but instead, their friend went on to have a successful career while the singer was left alone with the aftermath of the band's break up. The singer shares the lesson they learned - never start a band with a best friend, never shake hands, never make plans. Instead, one should find somebody else or go it alone and do it yourself.

This song conveys the pain and difficulty that can come with failing relationships or realizing that one has made a mistake. It also shares advice for others who may be looking to start a band or any venture with a friend- cautioning against getting too comfortable or expecting too much. One interesting aspect about the song is that it was released in 2003, which was a time when the indie music scene was growing and many new bands were starting up. The song was likely relatable to many who were going through similar experiences, making it a memorable addition to the genre. Another interesting fact is that Sprites is a project led by Jason Korzen, a musician who has also worked with other indie acts such as The Magnetic Fields and The Postmarks.