Just In Time
Billy May; Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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Before you came, my time was runnin' low
I was lost, the losing dice were tossed
My bridges all were crossed, nowhere to go
Now you're here and now I know just where I'm goin'
No more doubt or fear, I found my way
For love came just in time
And changed my lonely life that lovely day
Now you are here and now I know just where I'm goin'
No more doubt or fear, 'cause I've found my way
For love came just in time
You found me just in time
And changed my lonely life that lovely
Lonely life that lovely
Lonely life that lovely day
The song "Just in Time" by Frank Sinatra speaks about finding love just in time before his time ran out. The lyrics depict a feeling of despair and hopelessness before the arrival of his love interest. The phrase "before you came, my time was runnin' low" suggests that he was running out of time to find love and change his life. He felt lost and had nowhere to go as all his bridges were crossed. However, the arrival of his love interest changed everything.
The song's chorus, "Now you're here and now I know just where I'm goin', no more doubt or fear, I found my way," describes how his love interest acted as a guide in his life, helping him find direction and purpose. The lyrics "for love came just in time, you found me just in time, and changed my lonely life that lovely day" exemplify the transformative power of love. The song ends with a repetition of "lonely life that lovely day," signifying the contrast between how he felt before and after finding love.
Line by Line Meaning
Just in time, I found you just in time
I discovered you at the most opportune moment.
Before you came, my time was runnin' low
My time was running out before I met you.
I was lost, the losing dice were tossed
I felt hopeless and like I had no control over my life.
My bridges all were crossed, nowhere to go
I had exhausted all my options and had nowhere to turn.
Now you're here and now I know just where I'm goin'
You have given me direction and purpose in my life.
No more doubt or fear, I found my way
I am no longer filled with uncertainty or anxiety because I know where I am headed.
For love came just in time
Love arrived precisely when I needed it most.
You found me just in time
You arrived exactly when I needed someone to save me.
And changed my lonely life that lovely day
You turned my depressing, solitary existence into a beautiful, fulfilling life.
Now you are here and now I know just where I'm goin'
You are my guide and my inspiration, showing me the way to a better future.
No more doubt or fear, 'cause I've found my way
I am free from doubt and fear because you helped me find my way.
Lonely life that lovely
My life used to be lonely and sad.
Lonely life that lovely
My life used to be lonely and sad.
Lonely life that lovely day
It all changed on the day that you came into my life.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jule Styne, Adolph Green, Betty Comden
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