Wasting Time
Brandy Johnson Lyrics
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and take off some time just to get it right
mother said it's easy
it would just take awhile
but i'm wasting time
and i know there's no one to blame but me
as i go out into tomorrow
i know it won't be easy
so i'll just take my time
but i'm wasting time
and i know there's no one to blame but me
i thought i could drift into tomorrow
and take off some time just to get it right
mother said i will feel it
it would just take some time
The lyrics to Brandy Johnson's song "Wasting Time" explore the concept of time and the idea that it is a precious commodity that is often not appreciated until it has been wasted. Johnson starts the first verse with the intention of going into tomorrow and taking some time to get things right. However, her mother reminds her that even if it is possible to do so, it will take time. The chorus serves as the crux of the song as Johnson reflects on her own actions and understands that she is the one who is wasting time. She recognizes this and acknowledges that there is no one to blame but herself.
The second verse continues the theme of time and its importance. Johnson realizes that it won't be easy to navigate the future and achieve her goals, but she decides to take her time to do so. The repetition of the chorus drives home the point that wasting time is a personal mistake and not the fault of external forces.
Overall, the lyrics are a sobering reminder to appreciate the precious moments we have and to use our time wisely to achieve our goals. It tells us that we cannot afford to waste time, and we must learn to take responsibility for our own actions.
Line by Line Meaning
i thought i could drift into tomorrow
I believed that I could easily transition into the future
and take off some time just to get it right
I thought I could take a break from the present to make sure I make the right decisions in the future
mother said it's easy
My mother assured me that it would be a simple task
it would just take awhile
My mother mentioned that it might take some time
but i'm wasting time
I am currently not utilizing my time wisely
and i know there's no one to blame but me
I am aware that I am solely responsible for my own actions and decisions
as i go out into tomorrow
As I move forward towards the future
and lay down my head to enjoy the ride
I plan on taking things slow and enjoying the journey
i know it won't be easy
I am aware that the future will bring its own set of challenges and difficulties
so i'll just take my time
I plan on taking things slow and steady in order to make the best decision
mother said i will feel it
My mother warned me that I might experience some emotional pain
it would just take some time
My mother mentioned that time would help me heal and move on
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, DistroKid, Bubble Toes Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Jack Johnson, Adam Topol, Merlo Podlewski
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