This Time
Chris S. Lyrics


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I know I let you down the last time
You said then there'd be no next time
One more chance is all I'm asking
Is it so hard to be forgiven?

If only I could make you see
How much your love could mean to me
This time
This time

'Cause I know the world can turn against you
But this time I'm gonna be there for you

I know I said I'd change the last time
But it won't be the same this time

If only I could make you see
How much your love is changing me
If only we could start again
This time
This time

If only I could make you see
What one more chance could mean to me
If only we could start again
This time

This time
This time
This time





I know it's gotta work out this time

Overall Meaning

In Chris S.'s song "This Time," the lyrics are about someone seeking forgiveness after disappointing their partner in the past. The singer acknowledges that they let their partner down the last time and they were told there would be no next time. However, they are asking for one more chance and wondering if forgiveness is too much to ask for. They express the hope that they can make their partner see how much their love means to them and how it is changing them.


The chorus reflects the singer's determination and promise to be there for their partner, no matter what challenges may arise. They understand that the world can be against their partner, but this time, they will be there to support them. Additionally, the singer acknowledges that they promised to change the last time, but it did not work out. However, they are optimistic that things will be different this time around and hope to start anew.


Overall, the song conveys the message of the power of love and forgiveness. The singer recognizes their mistake and is willing to put in the effort to make things right. At the same time, they understand that forgiveness is a two-way street and hope their partner can understand their sincerity.


Line by Line Meaning

I know I let you down the last time
I am aware that I disappointed you in the past


You said then there'd be no next time
You made it clear that I would not get a second chance


One more chance is all I'm asking
I am humbly requesting another opportunity to prove myself


Is it so hard to be forgiven?
I wonder if it is difficult for you to forgive me?


If only I could make you see
I wish I could help you understand


How much your love could mean to me
Your love would have a great significance in my life


This time
I am determined to make it right


This time
I am hopeful for another chance


'Cause I know the world can turn against you
I am aware that life can be difficult and unpredictable


But this time I'm gonna be there for you
However, I promise to support you through any hardship that may arise


I know I said I'd change the last time
I recognize that I made a promise to improve from the previous mistake


But it won't be the same this time
Nonetheless, I assure you that this time will be different


If only I could make you see
I hope to help you comprehend


How much your love is changing me
Your love is having a positive impact on me


If only we could start again
If only we could begin anew


This time
I am willing to put forth my best effort


This time
I am optimistic for a positive outcome


If only I could make you see
I really wish I could help you comprehend


What one more chance could mean to me
Another opportunity would have so much value to me


If only we could start again
If only we could start this over


This time
I believe that this time we can get it right


This time
Let's start over and try again


This time
I am determined to make things right


I know it's gotta work out this time
I have faith that this time everything will work out




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Isaak

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