The Next Time I'm In Town
Chet Atkins; Mark Knopfler Lyrics
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In this time we've had to spend
You've been so good to be around
I thank you for that special thrill
Keep me going on until
The next time I'm in town
Though I won't be back here for a while
And I'll remember what went down
I can't tell you how or when
But I'll be seeing you again
The next time I'm in town
Now the faces and the places range
'Cross the bridge of time and change
Once again I'm homeward bound
There's one thing I promise you
And that's another rendez-vous
The next time I'm in town
Now it's been something seeing you again
And in this time we've had to spend
You've been so good to be around
And I thank you for that special thrill
Keep me goin' on until
The next time I'm in town
'Til the next time I'm in town
'Til the next time I'm in town
The song "The Next Time I'm In Town" is a beautiful melody, especially with the masterful guitar work by Chet Atkins and Mark Knopfler. The lyrics are about a person who has met someone special again after some time, and they express their gratitude for the time spent together. The song highlights the emotions of the singer about the time that they were able to share with their loved one.
Throughout the song, the singer expresses their feelings of appreciation towards their loved one for making the time they spent together so special. The singer also mentions how it is going to be a while before they see their loved one again, but they will remember the time spent together until the next time they meet again. The lyrics remind us of feeling grateful for the time spent with our loved ones and the positive impact it can have on our lives.
The music, along with the lyrics, creates a sense of nostalgia and longing. The guitar solos by both Chet Atkins and Mark Knopfler add a layer of emotion to the song, and the overall message of the song is carried beautifully through the melody.
Line by Line Meaning
Now it's been something seeing you again
It has been a remarkable experience to see you again after a long time.
In this time we've had to spend
During the time we have spent together after reuniting, I have thoroughly enjoyed your company.
You've been so good to be around
Being around you has been very pleasant and enjoyable for me.
I thank you for that special thrill
I am grateful to you for giving me a special and thrilling experience.
Keep me going on until
Your presence and influence have kept me motivated, and I hope it continues to do so.
The next time I'm in town
I hope to see you again when I visit this place next time.
Though I won't be back here for a while
I may not be able to come back to this place for a considerable amount of time.
Or hear your laughter, see you smile
I may not have the privilege to hear your laughter or see your smile during this interval.
And I'll remember what went down
I will cherish the memories of our time spent together and what we experienced during this visit.
I can't tell you how or when
I am uncertain about how and when we will meet again.
But I'll be seeing you again
However, I am confident that we will have the opportunity to meet again in the future.
The next time I'm in town
I hope that we can meet again when I visit this place next time.
Now the faces and the places range
I have encountered many new faces and visited many new places during my journey.
'Cross the bridge of time and change
Amidst the evolution and transitions that have taken place with time, I have crossed the bridge and moved forward.
Once again I'm homeward bound
Once more, I am headed towards my home or destination.
There's one thing I promise you
I am making a commitment to you for something.
And that's another rendez-vous
I promise to meet you again or have another date; connect in the future.
The next time I'm in town
When I visit this place next time, we will have another opportunity to meet.
Now it's been something seeing you again
It has been an incredible experience to reunite with you.
And in this time we've had to spend
During this time spent together, I have thoroughly enjoyed your company.
You've been so good to be around
Being with you has been delightful and comforting to me.
And I thank you for that special thrill
I am grateful for the unique and exciting experience you gave me.
Keep me goin' on until
I hope that your presence will continue to keep me inspired and motivated until our next reunion.
The next time I'm in town
I hope that we will be able to meet again when I visit this place next time.
'Til the next time I'm in town
I am looking forward to our next meeting and getting together again the next time I am in town.
'Til the next time I'm in town
I am eagerly waiting for the opportunity to meet you again when I visit this place next time.
'Til the next time I'm in town
I hope to see you and spend time with you in the future when I come to this place again.
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@rado78231
That is one of the greatest songs ever made. The lyrics, melody, harmony, the emotion...
@jasondunn5410
Lost my dad year ago today.. We played this at his funeral at his request. So I'll see you the next time your in town dad ❤️
@rado78231
Sorry for your loss, my friend. I have awesome memories of this song while my dad and I were driving. Singing at the top of our lungs... I can only imagine how you feel, so my deepest condolences.
@jasondunn5410
@Radoslav Yordanov Thank you, so very kind. Keep hold of those memories, they are so very precious ❤️
@harrisonnicole16
I lost my dad and we often listen to this song on long road trips. I was around 5 and he'd sit me in the front seat and called me his navigator
@nicolettegormley2741
This song always makes me cry.
@edwardmcgee5465
Love to hear this kind of talent!!
@erikjromano
I played this on my radio show, 1997. KWVA 88.1 FM. Thanks Mark & Chester!
@corneliadenninger5395
Chet Atkins and Mark Knopfler left us very fine music . GREAT collaborations. Love it. /CD
@keithgorgas6201
I want to meet the two knuckleheads that gave this a thumbs down, and ask the what they were thinking. Love this song and the way Mark and Chet played it.