Another World

Brian May's 'Another World' delves into the concept of parallel realities and the tantalizing idea of what could have been. The song opens with the imagery of an alternate universe where different versions of ourselves exist, living out stories that diverge from our current reality. This notion is encapsulated in the lines, 'In another world / Under another sky / I see another story waiting to be told.' Here, May invites listeners to imagine a world where different choices lead to different outcomes, suggesting a sense of infinite possibilities.

The song continues to explore the theme of alternate realities by describing a 'different place / Way across time and space,' where a door to another life is open. This metaphorical door represents opportunities and paths not taken, hinting at the allure of stepping into a different light and experiencing a new existence. The idea that 'maybe we'll step inside' suggests both hope and hesitation, reflecting the human condition of yearning for change while being anchored by the familiar.

As the song progresses, May touches on the randomness of life with the line, 'When the dice were cast / They laid a crazy path / We follow to our graves.' This metaphor of life as a game of chance underscores the unpredictability of our journeys. Yet, despite the randomness, there's a comforting promise that 'in a different world / We journey a different way.' The song concludes with a poignant reflection on the nature of existence, suggesting that 'life isn't what it seems / We're only living in our dreams.' This final thought leaves listeners contemplating the blurred lines between reality and dreams, and the eternal hope of meeting loved ones in another world.