A Certain Way
Rediscovering Paths: George Ogilvie's Reflection on Time and Change
Lyrics
I should probably change my aftershave
I am considering changing my aftershave.
though I would only be turning away
Changing my aftershave might be a way of avoiding or rejecting something.
the past year’s so bent out of shape
The past year has been difficult or distorted in some way.
the time I took myself away
I took time away from a situation.
when the phone calls came from out of range
I received phone calls that were beyond my reach or understanding.
the irony of the good old days
Reflecting on the irony of nostalgic "good old days."
I could maybe rearrange my flat
I could rearrange my living space, but it wouldn't change the underlying issues.
but it would only reinforce the fact
Rearranging my flat might emphasize the lack of confidence I feel.
the confidence I lack
I lack confidence.
in the shadows that I cast upon the words
I am aware of the negative impact I have on others.
that roll right off my tongue
My words may not always convey the intended message effectively.
The furnitures done nothing wrong
Furniture is innocent and not responsible for my troubles.
I’m still cautious of the music that I play
I am cautious about the music I play, as it may evoke specific emotions.
in case it stirs a certain place
Music has the power to bring back memories or emotions associated with a particular place.
the laundromat where my body span and swayed
Reference to a laundromat where there were physical and emotional experiences.
the churchyard where I often drank
Recalling a churchyard where I often consumed alcohol.
myself into a cosmic state
I reached a heightened, otherworldly state through intoxication.
a need to feel a certain way
Expressing a desire or necessity to experience a particular emotional state.
I’ll be outside
Announcing a physical presence outside.
I’ll be outside
Reiteration of being outside.
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