Tomorrow Never Comes
Ernest Tubb Lyrics
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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
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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