Another Version of Me I Was in It is a verse from the song End of Beginning sung by Djo. The lyrics of the song are written by Djo & Adam Thein.
Another Version of Me I Was in It Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Just one more tear to cry, one teardrop from my eye
You better save it for
The middle of the night when things aren’t black and white
Enter, Troubadour
“Remember twenty-four?”
[Chorus]
And when I’m back in Chicago, I feel it
Another version of me, I was in it
I wave goodbye to the end of beginning
[Verse 2]
This song has started now, and you’re just finding out
Now isn’t that a laugh?
A major sacrifice, but clueless at the time
Enter, Caroline
“Just trust me, you’ll be fine”
[Chorus]
And when I’m back in Chicago, I feel it
Another version of me, I was in it
I wave goodbye to the end of beginning
(Goodbye, goodbye, goodbye, goodbye)
[Bridge]
You take the man out of the city, not the city out the man
You take the man out of the city, not the city out the man
You take the man out of the city, not the city out the man
You take the man out of the—
[Chorus]
And when I’m back in Chicago, I feel it
Another version of me, I was in it
Oh, I wave goodbye to the end of beginning
(Goodbye, goodbye)
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Song Credits
| Song | End of Beginning |
| Artist | Djo |
| Album | DECIDE (Deluxe) |
| Writer | Djo & Adam Thein |
| Producer | Djo & Adam Thein |
About the Song
“End of Beginning” by Djo is a dreamy and emotional song that feels like looking back at a chapter of life that’s already over. The track has a nostalgic mood, mixed with modern indie-pop production and a slightly psychedelic edge. From the moment it starts, the music pulls you into a thoughtful space, with warm synths, steady drums, and vocals that feel gentle but honest.
The lyrics reflect on memories, growth, and the strange feeling of moving forward while still thinking about where you came from. There’s a bittersweet tone throughout the song — not exactly sad, but reflective, like someone revisiting old streets in their hometown and realizing how much has changed. The chorus, especially the repeated line “And when I’m back in Chicago…”, became popular for that reason. It taps into a universal emotion: the idea that places can hold versions of ourselves we no longer are.
What makes the song stand out is how natural and unforced it feels. Djo doesn’t try to overwhelm the listener with complicated metaphors. Instead, he lets the music and repetition build the emotion slowly. The production has a floating quality, almost like drifting through memories. Yet the rhythm keeps it grounded, making it easy to hum along to.
“End of Beginning” resonated with many listeners and even went viral because it captures that quiet, personal feeling of growing up and moving on. It’s a song that lingers with you, especially if you’ve ever looked back at your past and realized how far you’ve come without noticing.