Now and Forever
Carole King Lyrics
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you are a part of me
And the memory cuts like a knife
Didnt we find the ecstacy
Didnt we share the daylight
When you walked into my life
I'll remember all the promises still unbroken
And think about all the words between us
That never needed to be spoken
We had a moment
Just one moment
That will last beyond a dream,
Beyond a lifetime
We are the lucky ones
Some people never get to do
All we got to do
Now and forever
I will always think of you
Didnt we come together
Didnt we live together
Didnt we cry together
Didnt we play together
Didnt we love together
And together we lit up the world
I miss the tears
I miss the laughter
I miss the day we met
and all that followed after
Sometimes I wish I
could always be with you
The way we used to do
Now and forever
I will always think of you
Now and forever
I will always be with you
In Carole King's song, "Now and Forever," she describes a relationship that has come to an end but still holds a special place in her heart. The lyrics talk about how the memories of the relationship are still very vivid and can cut like a knife. The line, "Now and forever, you are a part of me" highlights how even though the relationship is over, the memories, emotions, and experiences of the relationship will always be a part of her.
The song also touches upon how they had a special moment that will last beyond a dream and beyond a lifetime. They shared a connection that only a few people are lucky enough to experience. The line, "We are the lucky ones, some people never get to do all we got to do," emphasizes how grateful she is to have experienced love and intimacy with someone who was important to her.
The song also speaks about their everyday life, including living, crying, playing, and loving together. She misses the tears, the laughter, and the memories they made. The lyrics convey the notion that even though the relationship has ended, it is still essential to her, and she will always cherish it in her heart.
Overall, "Now and Forever" is a song about holding on to precious moments, memories, and relationships, even if they have come to an end. It is a heartfelt tribute to a love that has passed but still lives on in the memories of the couple.
Line by Line Meaning
Now and forever
From this moment on and for eternity
you are a part of me
You hold a significant place in my heart and soul
And the memory cuts like a knife
The memory of you is so vivid and powerful that it hurts me deeply
Didnt we find the ecstacy
Remember how we felt when we were together
Didnt we share the daylight
We spent every moment we could with each other
When you walked into my life
I remember the very first time I saw you and how it changed everything for me
I'll remember all the promises still unbroken
I hold dear every promise we made that we both upheld
And think about all the words between us
The unspoken words between us hold great significance and are remembered always
That never needed to be spoken
Our connection was so deep and true that some words were not needed to understand each other
We had a moment
There was a brief time when it was just us and nothing else mattered
Just one moment
But that one moment will stay with me forever
That will last beyond a dream,
Our moment will live on even if it was just in our dreams
Beyond a lifetime
Our moment was so powerful that it will never fade, even with the passing of time
We are the lucky ones
We have been blessed with experiencing true love and connection
Some people never get to do
Not everyone has been fortunate enough to find what we found
All we got to do
Together we experienced all that love has to offer
I miss the tears
I miss the ups and downs of our relationship, the emotional moments
I miss the laughter
I miss the joy and humor that we shared
I miss the day we met
The day we met was the beginning of everything
and all that followed after
Everything after that day is something I cherish deeply
Sometimes I wish I
There are times when I long for
could always be with you
the chance to be with you always
Now and forever
For all time, my love for you will never fade
I will always think of you
You are forever present in my thoughts and in my heart
I will always be with you
Our connection is so strong that we will always be together, even if we are physically apart
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CAROLE KING, CAROLE BAYER SAGER, KENNY BABYFACE EDMONDS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
A Briggs
Now and forever
you are a part of me
And the memory cuts like a knife
Didnt we find the ecstacy
Didnt we share the daylight
When you walked into my life
Now and forever
I'll remember all the promises still unbroken
And think about all the words between us
That never needed to be spoken
We had a moment
Just one moment
That will last beyond a dream,
Beyond a lifetime
We are the lucky ones
Some people never get to do
All we got to do
Now and forever
I will always think of you
Didnt we come together
Didnt we live together
Didnt we cry together
Didnt we play together
Didnt we love together
And together we lit up the world
I miss the tears
I miss the laughter
I miss the day we met
and all that followed after
Sometimes I wish I
could always be with you
The way we used to do
Now and forever
I will always think of you
Now and forever
I will always be with you
OMG I've always loved this song..and Carole King!
So beautiful!
Andris Komala
The most beautiful, powerful song ever! Just unbelievable!
Diane Michel
My husband of 45 years passed away in October 2021, I knew in my brain there was a song out there that says it all. Thank you Carol King for this perfect song. I miss the day we met and all the day after.
Ray Ostergard
Hi Diane hope you’re okay?
Isa pimenta
Sinto muito por você. Espero que esteja bem.😊
mreddiemush
Through the years, and Goodbye, by Kenny Rogers are great ones too. I'm sorry for your loss.
Susan V. Swider
Gods blessings
Anita Pangestu
I have memories with this again.. from when I was still dating until death picked up my husband.. because when you hear this again you hug while crying happily and reminiscing about our past 🥰😘
M de l'aubergine
I am not easily moved to tears, but this song does it every time. One of the many reasons Carole will always have a huge place in my heart, and in the hearts of millions.
Pfiftyone Mustang
She has such a beautiful voice. Been following her since the 70s.
Sue Mcclellan
This beautiful song is dedicated to My Sister Louise. She just passed away @ 2;30 pm today. I played this son g for her @ 11:00 am this morning and she remembered the song and told me several times that she loves me and that will be “ always and forever be loved.” I’m in shock! Good bye Big Sister❤️❤️🌷