Dig Your Own Hole
Gotye · Making Mirrors [2011]
Still you can't say no
Ever playing upon your mind
But you won't say why
(So shut up!)
Unless you're ready to leave it
(Or make up your mind)
But you need it so much
(Do you really believe in it?)
Yes I do
From time to time
In the end
You dig yourself the hole you're in
When you don't know what you want
You just repeat yourself again
In the end
You just repeat yourself again
When you don't know who you are
You dig yourself the hole you're in
(Don't worry)
It's only in your mind
(Don't worry)
But I do
From time to time
You just repeat yourself again
(Don't worry)
You just repeat yourself again
(Don't worry)
You just repeat yourself again
(Don't worry)
You just repeat yourself again
Still it's the wrong way round
And you won't say no
Ever playing upon your mind
But you won't say why
(So shut up!)
Unless you're ready to leave it
(Or make up your mind)
But you need it so much
(Do you really believe in it?)
Yes I do, I do, this time
In the end
You dig yourself the hole you're in
When you don't know what you want
You just repeat yourself again
In the end
You just repeat yourself again
When you don't know who you are
You dig yourself the hole you're in
In the end
(Unless you're ready to leave it)
You just repeat yourself again
(But you don't know you need it)
When you don't know who you are
(Do you really believe in it?)
You dig yourself the hole you're in
About Dig Your Own Hole
Gotye's "Dig Your Own Hole" stands as a defining track from his 2011 album *Making Mirrors*, showcasing his signature blend of indie pop and acoustic storytelling. The song features a distinctive, repetitive guitar riff that builds into an anthemic chorus, capturing the universal sentiment of self-reliance and resilience. Released during a period where Gotye was redefining the Australian indie sound, the recording exemplifies the genre's emphasis on raw, emotive vocals paired with organic instrumentation. While the track shares thematic ground with his earlier work on *Mixed Blood*, it reached a broader global audience, contributing to his status as a key figure in the 2010s indie revival. The song remains a staple of his discography, often cited for its ability to convey complex feelings of isolation and determination through simple, memorable melodies.