In time
You'll learn to say sorry
And I will play tender with you
In time
Your hands on my body will resonate through me
Like they did before
And then

I will be better
And we will be stronger
And you will be greater
The one that I always wanted you to be
If you can resist it
And make a commitment
And stay with me in this
Stay with me in this

(In time)
You'll be doing me right
I'm your girl in your light
When I'm holding you down
You be picking a fight
You've got a goddamn nerve
(In time)
I be feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
Everyday, everyday
You be testing my sane
(In time)
You've got a goddamn nerve
Everyday, everyday
You be testing my sane

The way you dismiss me
Will turn into missing me like I am yours
In time
The locks that you're turning
Will break and you'll let me discover you more
And then

I will be lonely
And you will be silent
And we will be dancing
The way that we're wanting each other to be
If you could commit to
Making me happy
And stay with me in this
Stay with me in this

(In time)
You'll be doing me right
I'm your girl in your light
When I'm holding you down
You be picking a fight
You've got a goddamn nerve
(In time)
I be feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
Everyday, everyday
You be testing my sane
(In time)
You've got a goddamn nerve
Everyday, everyday
You be testing my sane

I've been feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
I've been feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
I've been feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
Everyday, everyday

I've been feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
I've been feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
I've been feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
I've been feeling the same
Everyday, everyday

(In time)
You've got a goddamn nerve
(In time)
I'll be feeling the same
In the club, in the rave
Everyday, everyday
You be testing my sane
(In time)
You've got a goddamn nerve
Everyday, everyday
You be testing my sane

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "In Time" by FKA twigs describe a relationship that has been through ups and downs, but the singer is still hopeful that things can be mended. She believes that with time, they can learn to communicate better, and she will learn to forgive him for his mistakes. She recognizes that their physical connection is strong and hopes that they can use that to heal their emotional connection as well. She acknowledges that they both have faults, but if they can commit to each other and work through their issues, they can be strong together.

The chorus is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the theme of time and the hope that things will get better. The lyrics also touch on the idea of testing each other's patience and sanity, which can be a common issue in relationships. However, the singer believes that they can overcome these challenges and be happy together if they are committed to making it work.

Overall, "In Time" is a hopeful and optimistic portrayal of a relationship that has faced challenges, but the singer believes can be mended with time and commitment.

Line by Line Meaning

In time
With time

You'll learn to say sorry
You'll eventually apologize for your actions

And I will play tender with you
I'll be gentle and affectionate towards you

Your hands on my body will resonate through me
Your touch will have a strong effect on me

Like they did before
Just like in the past

And then
At that point in time

I will be better
I'll improve

And we will be stronger
Our relationship will become stronger

And you will be greater
You'll be the person I always wanted you to be

The one that I always wanted you to be
The person I've been hoping you'd become

If you can resist it
If you can resist the urge