Time Is Now
Blues Pills Lyrics


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Not your friend don't ask me why
Won't believe a word of your lies
Got a preacher man knocking down my door
Says I don't look clean in the eyes of the lord

God is light
To the poor souls who dwell in night
Time is now
Live today

Go away don't come no more
Don't need no preacher at my door
When the end comes then you'll see
It all came down 'cause of you and me

God is light
To the poor souls who dwell in night




Time is now
Live today

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Blues Pills's song Time Is Now explore the conflict between individual choice and external religious authority. The singer rejects the idea that they need a "preacher man" to tell them how to live their life, as their harsh judgment only comes from a place of hypocrisy and untrue sincerity. Despite this, the singer seems to acknowledge the possibility that they are indeed unclean in the eyes of the Lord, highlighting the tension between personal freedom and spirituality. The lines "God is light/To the poor souls who dwell in night" puts forward the idea that God can offer salvation to those struggling with darkness, suffering and loss.


The chorus of the song provides some guidance for the listener: "Time is now/Live today." It is a call to disregard the past and focus on living in the moment, even if it means making mistakes or going against the traditional dogmas. This is a persisting theme throughout the song and is complemented by the rejection of the preacher's doctrine.


Overall, the song encourages listeners to think for themselves and take actions based on their own beliefs rather than blindly following a self-interested authority figure. It guides individuals to build their own moral compass and seek personal growth, regardless of the judgement of others.


Line by Line Meaning

Not your friend don't ask me why
I am not your friend, and I do not owe you an explanation.


Won't believe a word of your lies
I have no reason to trust anything you are saying


Got a preacher man knocking down my door
A preacher is trying to convert me and is being pushy about it


Says I don't look clean in the eyes of the lord
The preacher thinks I am impure and not worthy of salvation


God is light
God illuminates the path to righteousness


To the poor souls who dwell in night
Those who are suffering in darkness need God's guidance the most


Time is now
There's no time to waste, act now while you can


Live today
Live in the present and don't regret the past or worry about the future


Go away don't come no more
I do not want you around, leave and don't come back


Don't need no preacher at my door
I do not want any religious solicitation or advice


When the end comes then you'll see
When it's too late, you'll understand the consequences of your actions


It all came down 'cause of you and me
Our actions have led to negative outcomes and we are both responsible




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