18 Years
Buck McCoy Lyrics
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There she lay, fast asleep I said a prayer for the Lord to keep her here
Chorus: 18 years and another cup of coffee we?ve been keepin? it together fueled by love and drenched by tears 18 years and it?s only gettin? better a bit older, a bit weathered still we?ve managed pullin? 18 years
Verse: We?ve got a daughter, she?s seventeen and then soon, she?ll hit eighteen Our pride and joy, we?ve done our best time is comin? ?round for her to do the rest On her own, very soon, then I?ll sing her this simple tune Chorus: 18 years and another cup of coffee she?ll be keepin? it together fueled by love and drenched by tears 18 years and only getting better Through some very stormy weather off into the world at 18 years
Bridge: I wanna hold on to the moments in my life, but that can be so hard to do
All I can do is to treasure this time, love every moment here with you
Repeat chorus/Here?s to another lovin? wonderful?18 years
The song "18 Years" by Buck McCoy is a heartfelt tribute to the enduring love and commitment that a couple shares after being together for 18 years. In the first verse, the singer wakes up with a song in his head and realizes that it is the anniversary of the day that he met his partner. He becomes emotional and tearful as he looks at his sleeping partner and prays for her to stay with him.
The chorus of the song reflects on the 18 years of love and togetherness that the couple has experienced. The line "fueled by love and drenched by tears" is particularly poignant, as it acknowledges the ups and downs that every relationship goes through. Despite the challenges, the couple has only grown stronger over the years and are "only getting better." The singer expresses a sense of pride and joy in their daughter, who is nearly 18 and about to venture out into the world on her own.
The bridge of the song is a bittersweet reflection on the fleeting nature of time. The singer wishes he could hold onto the moments of his life, but knows that it is impossible. All he can do is cherish the time he has with his partner and appreciate every moment they spend together. The song ends on a hopeful note as the singer toasts to "another lovin' wonderful 18 years."
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up this morning to a simple song in my head, and it wasn?t long before I realized what day it was then the tears fell down, I got a bit emotional
I woke up today with a melody in my mind, and soon I realized it was a special day. It made me emotional and tears rolled down my face.
There she lay, fast asleep I said a prayer for the Lord to keep her here
My wife was sleeping beside me, and I prayed for her to stay healthy and happy with me forever.
We?ve got a daughter, she?s seventeen and then soon, she?ll hit eighteen Our pride and joy, we?ve done our best time is comin? ?round for her to do the rest On her own, very soon, then I?ll sing her this simple tune
Our daughter is almost eighteen, and we have done our best to raise her. It?s time for her to be independent and make her own choices. I?ll sing her this song before she leaves.
18 years and another cup of coffee we?ve been keepin? it together fueled by love and drenched by tears 18 years and it?s only gettin? better a bit older, a bit weathered still we?ve managed pullin? 18 years
We have been together for eighteen years, supporting each other with love and tears. We have faced challenges, but we have weathered them all with love. And with each passing year, our bond grows stronger.
18 years and another cup of coffee she?ll be keepin? it together fueled by love and drenched by tears 18 years and only getting better Through some very stormy weather off into the world at 18 years
Our daughter will also face her own struggles, but we know she will face them with the love and strength we have given her. She is growing up, and we wish her the best as she enters the world on her own.
I wanna hold on to the moments in my life, but that can be so hard to do
I want to cherish every moment in my life, but time passes so quickly it can be difficult.
All I can do is to treasure this time, love every moment here with you
I will make the most of this moment and love every moment with you.
Here?s to another lovin? wonderful?18 years
Here?s to another eighteen years filled with love and happiness.
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