The only things that are a little bit newer are the CD burners, but we hid them under the table, so basically we had the feeling we were somewhere completely different, in another time.

Meaning of the quote

This quote suggests that the speaker and their companions were trying to create an atmosphere that felt like a different time period, even though they had some modern technology like CD burners. By hiding the CD burners under the table, they were able to make the space feel more like a different era, where those kinds of devices wouldn't have existed. The speaker felt like they were transported to somewhere completely different, as if they had gone back in time.

About Meg White

Meg White is an American retired musician who was the drummer and occasional singer of the rock duo the White Stripes. She is known for her ‘primal’ drumming style and elusive media image. Despite her shy and reclusive nature, Meg has received critical acclaim and numerous awards for her musical contributions.

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