Time Will Tell
Art & Dotty Todd Lyrics
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What's happened to your so-called friends
The fix is in and they've cut you out
Well you should count your blessings when you begin to doubt
It was a long time coming
Well it's a long row to hoe
You can tell me take a walk but I see you running
And I listen to the sound of a closing door
Well I don't know what it's all about
It makes me scream when I hear you shout
You know one day I'm just gonna get in that car
And drive away from here
But you don't know what you mean to me
I've opened my eyes and let the caged bird free
My newfound faith is that love is gonna find us anyway
Oh you know it's been too long and we've been so out of touch
I've been missing you so much
Since I woke one day to find myself quite a lonely man
At night I miss your company
And the eyes that smiled when they looked at me
A hand to hold as I grow old
But that's not so clear to me
Well you don't know what it's all about
It makes me scream when I hear you shout
You know one day I'm just gonna get in that car
And drive away from here
But you don't know what you mean to me
I've opened my eyes and let the caged bird free
My newfound faith is that love is gonna find us anyway
Yes it's the end of our world again
Time to find yourself a new set of friends
Better take it all in, don't sit your life out
You better count your blessings and get rid of doubt
It's been a long time coming
Yea, another day has dawned on you
Take a look around, your dream is becoming
If you truly believe, then it will be true
The lyrics of "Time Will Tell" by Art & Dotty Todd convey a sense of reflection and introspection, as well as a message of hope and resilience in the face of challenging times. The opening lines suggest a feeling of disappointment and betrayal, as the singer realizes that their so-called friends have turned their back on them. However, the lyrics urge the listener to find solace in counting their blessings and persevering despite doubts. The phrase "it was a long time coming" implies that the situation has been building up for a while, emphasizing the need for patience and determination.
The second verse reveals the singer's frustration and desire for escape. They contemplate driving away from their current situation, but also express an underlying love and affection for someone else. The lyrics suggest that this newfound love has given them a sense of freedom and optimism. The phrase "my newfound faith is that love is gonna find us anyway" shows their belief in the power of love to bring happiness and fulfillment.
In the final verse, the lyrics shift to a broader perspective, addressing the end of the world metaphorically. The need for new friendships and the importance of embracing life without hesitation are highlighted. The lyrics reinforce the idea of counting blessings and letting go of doubts. The closing lines emphasize that if the belief is strong enough, dreams can become reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it's the end of the world again
The situation feels dire, as if everything is falling apart
What's happened to your so-called friends
Your supposed friends have betrayed or abandoned you
The fix is in and they've cut you out
They have manipulated the situation to exclude you
Well you should count your blessings when you begin to doubt
Instead of doubting, appreciate what you have and be grateful
It was a long time coming
The events leading up to this moment took a significant amount of time
Well it's a long row to hoe
The path ahead is challenging and requires significant effort
You can tell me take a walk but I see you running
You can pretend to distance yourself, but your actions show otherwise
And I listen to the sound of a closing door
I hear the finality and the end of a chapter
Well I don't know what it's all about
I am uncertain about the true meaning or purpose of it all
It makes me scream when I hear you shout
Your shouting causes me distress and frustration
You know one day I'm just gonna get in that car
One day, I will leave this place and start anew
And drive away from here
I will physically distance myself from this situation
But you don't know what you mean to me
You are unaware of the deep significance you hold in my life
I've opened my eyes and let the caged bird free
I have become aware and set myself free from confinement
My newfound faith is that love is gonna find us anyway
I now believe that love will come to us regardless of the circumstances
Oh you know it's been too long and we've been so out of touch
We have been separated for a significant period, losing connection
I've been missing you so much
I have deeply longed for your presence
Since I woke one day to find myself quite a lonely man
I realized one day that I am feeling incredibly lonely
At night I miss your company
During nighttime, I yearn for your companionship
And the eyes that smiled when they looked at me
I recall the joy expressed through your smiling eyes directed at me
A hand to hold as I grow old
As I age, I desire someone to hold my hand and provide support
But that's not so clear to me
However, I am uncertain if that will ever happen
Yes it's the end of our world again
The situation feels dire to both of us, as if everything is falling apart
Time to find yourself a new set of friends
It is necessary to seek out new companions
Better take it all in, don't sit your life out
Fully embrace the situation and don't passively withdraw from life
You better count your blessings and get rid of doubt
Appreciate what you have and eliminate any uncertainty
It's been a long time coming
The events leading up to this moment took a significant amount of time
Yea, another day has dawned on you
You have been given another day to face and confront
Take a look around, your dream is becoming
Observe your surroundings, for your aspirations are becoming reality
If you truly believe, then it will be true
Your belief holds the power to manifest what you desire
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Written by: Art Linton
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