Only Time Will Tell
Asia (featuring John Payne) Lyrics
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It's in your eyes
There's no disguising it
It really comes as no surprise
To find that you planned it all along
I see it now
Becomes so clear
And me all starry-eyed
You'd think that I would have known by now
Now, sure as the sun will cross the sky
This lie is over
Lost, like the tears that used to tide me over
(Only time will tell)
One thing is sure
That time will tell
(Only time will tell)
If you were wrong
The brightest ring around the moon
Will darken when I die
Now, sure as the sun will cross the sky
This lie is over
Lost, like the tears that used to tide me over
You're leaving now
It's in your eyes
There's no disguising it
It really comes as no surprise
To find that you planned it all along
I see it now
Becomes so clear
Your insincerity
And me all starry-eyed
You'd think that I would have known by now
Now, sure as the sun will cross the sky
This lie is over
Lost, like the tears that used to tide me over
(Only time will tell)
You're on your own
Inside your room
(Only time will tell)
You're claiming victory
You were just using me
And there is no one you can use now
(Only time will tell)
One thing is sure
That time will tell
The lyrics to Asia (featuring John Payne)'s song Only Time Will Tell paint the picture of a relationship ending due to one partner's planned departure. The tone of the song is one of resignation, with the singer coming to the realization that the relationship was doomed from the start. The lines "It's in your eyes / There's no disguising it / It really comes as no surprise / To find that you planned it all along" suggest that the end of the relationship was not unexpected, but rather something the other partner had been planning for some time.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more and more resigned to the fact that the relationship is over, with lyrics such as "Your insincerity / And me all starry-eyed / You'd think that I would have known by now" hinting at the singer's regret for not seeing the inevitable end sooner. The repeated refrain of "Only time will tell" seems to suggest that the singer is trying to come to terms with the situation and find a way to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
You're leaving now
You're about to leave now
It's in your eyes
The fact that you're leaving is visible in your eyes
There's no disguising it
You cannot hide the fact that you're leaving
It really comes as no surprise
I'm not surprised to see you leaving
To find that you planned it all along
You had planned to leave all along
I see it now
I see the truth now
Becomes so clear
It becomes very evident
Your insincerity
Your lack of sincerity
And me all starry-eyed
I was naive and hopeful
You'd think that I would have known by now
I should have realized this by now
Now, sure as the sun will cross the sky
It is inevitable like the sun moving across the sky
This lie is over
Our false relationship is ending
Lost, like the tears that used to tide me over
I'm lost and helpless, just like the tears I used to cry over you
(Only time will tell)
Only time can reveal what is hidden
One thing is sure
One thing is certain
That time will tell
The truth will come out over time
If you were wrong
If you were mistaken
The brightest ring around the moon
A halo around the moon
Will darken when I die
It will be a sad and lonely world for me after you're gone
You're on your own
You're alone now
Inside your room
You're enclosed in your own thoughts and feelings
You're claiming victory
You think you've won
You were just using me
You had no real feelings for me
And there is no one you can use now
You have no one left to deceive or manipulate.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: GEOFFREY DOWNES, JOHN WETTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@chevy2003ism
"Only Time Will Tell"
You're leaving now
It's in your eyes
There's no disguising it
It really comes as no surprise
To find that you planned it all along
I see it now
Becomes so clear
Your insincerity
And me all starrey-eyed
You'd think that I would have known by now
[Chorus:]
Now, sure as the sun will cross the sky
This lie is over
Lost, like the tears that used to tide me over
(Only time will tell)
One thing is sure
That time will tell
(Only time will tell)
If you were wrong
The brightest ring around the moon
Will darken when I die
[Chorus]
[Repeat first verse]
[Repeat second verse]
[Chorus]
(Only time will tell)
You're on your own
Inside your room
(Only time will tell)
You're claiming victory
You were just using me
And there is no one you can use now
(Only time will tell)
One thing is sure
That time will tell...
@myles-spikewebby8519
The song never gets old. My uncle use to play this song on the car radio during our road trips. Hands up if you love this song! I love 80s music!
@lianebarrett1622
Awesome song one of my favorites from 82 rest in peace John W
@johnhaggerty1907
Very talented group like many back then.Sorry to say it will never be like it again.
@mandicandipurses
❤😂
@rangerider51
80’s music-the best decade for music.
@bradjames891
I'm one of those uncles who plays 80s music. Once my nieces and nephews don't need car seats and can ride with Uncle Bradfather places, we'll listen to this on the way to the amusement park. I was born in 1982!
@budbrigman
6 years ago tomorrow. Rest in peace John Wetton. Thanks for the voice and music.
@thejeffrandallproject6470
Some of the best music was produced in the 80’s from bands like Asia, Survivor, Foreigner, Journey, Night Ranger, Reo Speedwagon, Huey Lewis and The News, Loverboy, The Cars. A great decade to be alive.
@siaitsme6800
🙏⚘💚⚘🙏👍👍
@bobbykarros8412
Very blessed to grow up in the 80’s! I am forever grateful to be born 1972