"Here We Go Again" is a song by James Blunt that expresses the emotions of rejection, heartbreak, and the self-reflection that follows. In the lyrics, the protagonist admits to having experienced rejection in the past and now seeks a new opportunity with someone else. However, the person they are pursuing is not interested and makes it clear that they will not engage in a physical relationship. The protagonist then reflects on their own solitude, expressing that they have been alone for a significant portion of their life. They defend themselves, claiming that they are not a bad person deep down in their heart. They confess to having thoughts about another girl obsessively, implying that their actions may have contributed to the current rejection. Despite feeling guilt and offering apologies for any distress caused, the protagonist admits that they never truly loved the person they were pursuing. The lyrics convey a sense of resignation and self-awareness that the protagonist cannot change their nature or break out of their own shell. The song also touches upon the theme of judgment, with the protagonist acknowledging that others may pass judgment if they claim to know them well enough. However, they assert that they cannot change who they are and that they will remain true to themselves, even if it means being condemned to a lifetime of suffering. The repeated refrain of "And here we go again, I'm starting on my own" highlights the cycle of rejection and solitude that the protagonist seems to continuously experience. They affirm that despite the challenges they face, they believe they are not a bad person in their heart. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a sense of loneliness, self-reflection, and acceptance of one's flaws.
