Only Time
12 Girls Band Lyrics
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Where the day flows, only time
And who can say if your love grows
As your heart chose, only time
Who can say why your heart sighs
As your love flies, only time
And who can say why your heart cries
Who can say when the roads meet
That love might be in your heart
And who can say when the day sleeps
If the night keeps all your heart
Night keeps all your heart
Who can say if your love grows
As your heart chose
Only time
And who can say where the road goes
Where the day flows, only time
Who knows? Only time
The lyrics to 12 Girls Band's song "Only Time" may seem simple, but they convey a deeper message about the unpredictability and unknown nature of love. The first two lines imply that the path of life and love is uncertain and cannot be predicted. The next two lines continue this theme, questioning whether love will grow and persist, or dissipate as time passes. The following stanzas explore the feelings of a heart in flux; sometimes love flies and sometimes it dies, and only time can heal the wounds created by a love lost. The last stanza highlights the central message of the song - that no one really knows the direction their life will take, or how a relationship will evolve over time.
It's a poignant reminder that all we can do is live in the moment and appreciate what we have, as well as be prepared for the fact that things may not always go according to plan. Through examining the nuances of love and how it can shift and change, "Only Time" provides a sobering reminder of the impermanence of life, even when it comes to relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Who can say where the road goes
Who can predict the path of life
Where the day flows, only time
Each day goes as it should, only time will tell
And who can say if your love grows
Who can know if your love will flourish
As your heart chose, only time
Your heart chooses who to love, only time will show if it's true
Who can say why your heart sighs
Who can truly understand why your heart is troubled
As your love flies, only time
You can't control what happens with love, only time will reveal its destiny
And who can say why your heart cries
Who can really comprehend why your heart is broken
When your love lies, only time
When love decieves, only time will heal and bring clarity
Who can say when the roads meet
Who can tell when two paths will cross
That love might be in your heart
That love could be waiting for you when you least expect it
And who can say when the day sleeps
No one can predict what will happen when the day ends
If the night keeps all your heart
If night brings you peace and comfort, it may hold your heart
Who can say if your love grows
Who knows if your love will flourish
As your heart chose
Your heart chose who to love
Only time
But only time will reveal if it's true love
And who can say where the road goes
Who can tell where life's journey will lead
Where the day flows, only time
Each day follows its own course, only time will show the outcome
Who knows?
Ultimately, no one can predict what life holds
Only time
Only time holds the answer to life's mysteries
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CLAUS TERHOEVEN, STEFAN BOSSEMS, TOMMY CLINT
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Bruce Smith
I have always loved this song from the first time I heard Enya sing it. Tonight I happened upon this cover. It is absolutely beautiful. I will be honest, I am a 71 year old man and the beauty of their arrangement brought tears to my eyes. :)
Ashley DeLara
My youngest kitty is named Geisha for a reason. I found her when she was merely 3 weeks old and was so awestruck by her beauty, there was no name more befitting. I think of these beautiful girls in their makeup, kimono, and their honor....it brings tears to my eyes. This music is a tribute to their wonderful culture!
Tiberiotertio
The music is really graet! As I am a Enya fan, I am surprised how well this song sounds using traditional Chinese instruments! I hope this group will also give concerts in Europe? I would love to see them live.
thememoryrose
I love their music, it's so calming! Thanks for posting :)
Inmorka Sarasvárian
me encanta ^_^ el toque instrumental es divino, adoro la música oriental.
PEKSLAV PKS
I would like to see 12 beautiful Girls Band playing this song live. The sound of the erhu combined with flute, guseng, pipa and others is wonderful! Chinese girls are pretty and charming.
musicnarts22
Major goosebumps. This sounds so unique and amazing.
karensisha
Woow! sus versiones son muy buenas :) Ojala vinieran a México y expusieran su estilo, aki nos hace falta, no son muy usales los instrumentos. Espero ke vengan! por lo mientras promocionare los videos a mis amigos :) byebye
Peter Van Opdorp
Bought a couple Twelve Girls CD's in Singapore. Now the ladies are on YouTube. This is a blessing, they're fabulous! PV
paws7205
This is so moving and beautiful. rare to find music this incredible.