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Tomorrow Never Comes
Ernest Tubb Lyrics


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Oh, you tell me that you love me
Yes, you tell me that you care
That tomorrow we'll be married
But tomorrow's never there

Oh, tomorrow never comes
No, tomorrow never comes
Now you tell me that you love me
But tomorrow never comes
Aw, Jimmy Short
Aw, pick it out, son

Many weeks now have I waited
Many long nights have I cried
Just to see that happy morning
When I'd have you by my side

But tomorrow never comes
No, tomorrow never comes
Now you tell me that you love me
But tomorrow never comes
Aw, swing out, son

So tomorrow I'll be leaving
Yes, tomorrow I'll be gone
Oh, tomorrow you'll be weeping
But tomorrow never comes

Oh, tomorrow never comes
No, tomorrow never comes
Now you tell me that you love me
But tomorrow never comes

Overall Meaning

The song "Tomorrow Never Comes" by Ernest Tubb laments the emptiness of promises that remain unfulfilled, specifically in regards to love and the future. The lyrics express frustration and sorrow at a lover's false promises of marriage and commitment, as the promised "tomorrow" never arrives. Despite being told repeatedly that love and a future together are imminent, the singer is left waiting and hoping for a future that never materializes. The repetition of the line "tomorrow never comes" emphasizes the disappointment and disillusionment felt by the singer.


The lyrics also touch on the theme of the impermanence of love and relationships. The singer has waited for weeks and cried countless nights, hoping for a union that never arrives. The final verse suggests that the singer has given up hope and is leaving, while the lover is left weeping in the face of an uncertain and unreliable future.


Overall, "Tomorrow Never Comes" is a poignant and melancholic commentary on the human tendency to put off commitments and promises, leading to disappointment and heartache. The emphasis on the repetition of the titular phrase makes the song memorable and impactful, and the simple yet beautiful melody complements the sincere and heartfelt lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, you tell me that you love me
You say that you have feelings for me


Yes, you tell me that you care
You express concern for my well-being


That tomorrow we'll be married
You promise that we will be united in matrimony in the future


But tomorrow's never there
But that future date never materializes


Oh, tomorrow never comes
The promised day of tomorrow never arrives


No, tomorrow never comes
The hoped-for future day never seems to appear


Now you tell me that you love me
You express love for me in the present moment


But tomorrow never comes
But the hope of a future together never comes to fruition


Many weeks now have I waited
I have spent several weeks waiting for this promised future


Many long nights have I cried
I have spent many sleepless nights in anticipation


Just to see that happy morning
All I want is to experience that promised day of happiness


When I'd have you by my side
When I would be with you forever


So tomorrow I'll be leaving
I am giving up on waiting and leaving this unfulfilled promise behind


Yes, tomorrow I'll be gone
I will not be here to see if that future ever comes to pass


Oh, tomorrow you'll be weeping
You will be crying when you realize that I am gone


But tomorrow never comes
But even still, that promised future day will never actually arrive




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, JOHNNY BOND PUBLICATIONS, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ernest Tubb, Johnny Bond

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@shellacandvinylarchive3370

Excellent. Proper Country music. Thanks for sharing.

@railoperationsofaustralia9027

Up until now I've never heard an Ernest Tubb song, I've heard Charley Pride and Roy Orbison talk about him. Thought I'd like to hear Ernest Tubb myself, I'm glad I did.

@_s827

he has the hottest players in his band and was a great songwriter.

@drdon196

Elvis Presley had an excellent recording of this song in 1970

@crazymixture57

Not even Elvis can hold a torch to ET. So many "greats" pay homage to ET but Tubb still doesn't get the credit and love he truly deserves. The fact Elvis covers an ET song says more about Tubb than it does Elvis.

@annewhite3691

Was surprised to find it on you YouTube. It takes me back to my childhood around 1943 , that and Rainbow At Midnight were first ET songs I had ever heard.Going back to Texas Cause That's Where I belong was another one along that time. I am old.

@gregnormal5101

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!.... Stay safe

@user-ci6by1ky6e

The Texas Troubadours were one of best preamer bands with Erest Tubb along with Whispering Bill Anderson s po folks band these great Country ensemble,s were in country music history what a treasure they were

@jameshepburn4631

Great classic written by Johnny Bond out in Burbank California.

@user-me3bu5bb3b

Very good

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