Things Are Changin´
Clark Jr. Gary Lyrics
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I can’t tell
Where I’ll be from here on out
Ooh it’s hell
Knowing that for now
We shouldn’t kiss and tell
When it’s so good
And I already know your name
I can make you feel good
If you want to give me the time of day
Won’t you listen to me here and now
Cause I’ll lay it down simple and plan
Ooh it’d be good to get together girl
But it’ll be so hard to maintain
Cause it seems like now
Ooh baby things are changing now
Things are changing now and I can’t tell
Where I’ll be from here on out
Ooh it’s hell
Knowing that for now
We shouldn’t kiss and tell
When it’s so good
I told you already girl
That I oh I was so gone
But that sweet sweet love
Yeah it had me hanging on
So strong and I
I know now girl
That I can stand alone
I was put here on this earth
By myself woah I gotta keep moving on
Cause it seems like now
Ooh baby things are changing now
Things are changing now and I can’t tell
Where I’ll be from here on out
Ooh it’s hell
Knowing that for now
We shouldn’t kiss and tell
When it’s so good
The lyrics of Clark Jr. Gary's "Things Are Changin'" are reflective of the shifts and uncertainties that come with changing circumstances in a relationship. The first verse hints at a sense of uncertainty and ambiguity, highlighting the difficulty in understanding where things will head in the future. The lines, "I can't tell/Where I'll be from here on out" suggest that the singer of the song is grappling with changes in the relationship that he can't fully comprehend. The next lines, "Ooh it's hell/Knowing that for now/We shouldn't kiss and tell/When it's so good" further emphasize the complications and nuances of navigating a relationship that's undergoing change. The singer is forced to sacrifice the comfort and familiarity of their relationship in order to navigate the uncertainty of the present.
The second verse introduces a new character to the song, who is both familiar and unfamiliar to the singer. He knows her name, implying that they have a history, but she also seems like a "stranger girl" because of the changes in their relationship. He expresses a desire to "make her feel good", but acknowledges that maintaining their connection will be "so hard". The chorus repeats, highlighting the increasing sense of fear and anxiety that comes with this realization.
The final verse brings these themes of uncertainty and acceptance to a head. The singer confesses that he was "so gone" because of their love, but he has also learned that he needs to stand alone. He resolves to keep moving forward despite the fear and uncertainty, ultimately accepting that "things are changing now".
Overall, the lyrics of "Things Are Changin'"capture the complexities of navigating a changing relationship. They explore the fear, ambiguity, and uncertainty that come with these shifts, while also emphasizing the importance of acceptance and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh baby things are changing now
The singer perceives change happening around them
I can’t tell
The singer is uncertain about what the changes will bring
Where I’ll be from here on out
The singer is unsure about what their future holds
Ooh it’s hell
The uncertainty is causing difficulty and turmoil for the singer
Knowing that for now
The singer is aware of the present situation
We shouldn’t kiss and tell
The singer believes it is best to keep their romantic encounters private
When it’s so good
Despite the secret nature of their relationship, the singer acknowledges that it is a positive experience
You walk up to me like a stranger girl
The singer finds it odd that someone they know is approaching them as if they don't know each other
And I already know your name
The singer recognizes the person despite the strange encounter
I can make you feel good
The singer is confident in their ability to please the other person
If you want to give me the time of day
The singer is interested in pursuing a relationship with the other person, but recognizes that it is their choice to reciprocate
Won’t you listen to me here and now
The singer is trying to make a case for why they should be together
Cause I’ll lay it down simple and plan
The singer will explain their thoughts and feelings in a straightforward manner
Ooh it’d be good to get together girl
The singer believes that being together romantically would be enjoyable
But it’ll be so hard to maintain
The singer is worried that a romantic relationship would be difficult to sustain
Cause it seems like now
The singer is referencing the earlier uncertainty and change
I told you already girl
The singer has spoken about their feelings before
That I oh I was so gone
The singer was deeply in love with the other person
But that sweet sweet love
The intense feelings of love are tempting to hold onto
Yeah it had me hanging on
The singer struggled to let go of their feelings
So strong and I
The singer is emphasizing how intense their feelings were
I know now girl
The singer has since gained clarity
That I can stand alone
The singer has realized that they are capable of being alone and moving on
I was put here on this earth
The singer has a sense of purpose in life
By myself woah I gotta keep moving on
The singer recognizes the importance of moving forward on their own
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Ooh baby things are changing now
And I can't tell
Where I'll be from here on out
Ooh its hell
Knowing that for now
We shouldn't kiss and tell
When it's so good
You walk up to me like a stranger girl
And I already know your name
I can make you feel good
If you want to give me the time of day
Won't you listen to me here and now?
Cause I'll lay it down simple and plain
Ooh it'd be good to get together girl
But it'll be so hard to maintain
Cause it seems like now
Ooh baby things are changing now
And I can't tell
Where I'll be from here on out
Ooh its hell
Knowing that for now
We shouldn't kiss and tell
When it's so good
I told you already girl
That I oh I was so gone
But that sweet sweet love
Yeah it had me hanging on
So strong and I
I know now girl
That I can stand alone
I was put here on this earth
By myself whoa I gotta keep moving on
Cause it seems like now
@sammrezz
He is such an underrated artist. He deserves so much more recognition than what he gets now.
@vinmark5246
Samantha Perez he's now getting more more recognized, i went to his concert in london last year and the venue was packed, and he's coming to london in july this year again, and the tickets were sold out already in April.
@coreyconaty
He was at that VMA's last year. Have faith, because good music and true artists are coming back to light!
@deborahpayne4940
corey w
@BrandochGarage
It's coming.
@MarcusTublin
Define "Recognition"?
@Realitycheck327
Man I been tryin to remember this song..
One of the best songs ever
@justanamerican9024
"For the times they are a-changin" Bob Dylan
@wildG11
Heard this song today.... TODAY. I wanna cry just cuz it took so long, damn near 15 years for this to hit my ears
@13D00_
15 years? Whut😂