Time Machine
D.A. Wallach Lyrics
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What right feel wrong, what's wrong feels like
Your heart begging please and your head yelling run
Can't beg and it burn still thirsty for sun
But no one ever makes you whole so careful if someone takes your soul or else
You'll find your time machine broken
Can never go back to being friends
Like a silver screen smokin'
It's taking is done, what's shaken is sWhat's made is unamde, what's bright off it fades
Like a light from a star that long ago dimmed
You long to go far but you only want him
See no one makes you whole so careful someone takes your soul or else
You'll find your time machine broken
Can never go back to being friends
Like a silver screen smokin'
Stuck inside a film that never ends
And when each morning pulls you gentley from your sleep
You'll slowly leave behind the dreams you used to keep
Yeah, yeah, oh yeah
You'll find your time machine broken
Can never go back to being friends
Like a silver screen smokin'
Stuck inside a film that never ends
You'll find your time machine
Can never go back to
Like a silver screen
Stuck inside a film
Stuck inside a film that never ends
The lyrics of D.A. Wallach's "Time Machine" depict the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of giving oneself completely to another person. The song opens with the lines "Yesterday is today, tomorrow is tonight. What's right feels wrong, what's wrong feels like" which invokes the concept of time being fluid and the confusion that comes with the changing emotions in a relationship. The heart and head conflict is also played out in the lyrics, "Your heart begging please and your head yelling run. Can't beg and it burn still thirsty for sun." This line creates a vivid image of the singer's longing for love and wholeness and at the same time, the fear of losing oneself in the process.
The chorus of the song serves as the warning about the dangers of seeking completeness in another person. The lines "But no one ever makes you whole so careful if someone takes your soul or else you'll find your time machine broken, can never go back to being friends. Like a silver screen smokin' stuck inside a film that never ends" emphasizes the idea that one should never give too much of themselves away for fear of being unable to recover from the loss. Finally, the last stanza provides hope, with the lines "And when each morning pulls you gently from your sleep. You'll slowly leave behind the dreams you used to keep" acting as a catalyst for healing and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Yesterday is today, tomorrow is tonight
Time is not moving forward in a linear fashion, but in a cyclical pattern where each day is essentially the same as the last.
What right feel wrong, what's wrong feels like
It's hard to distinguish between right and wrong, as sometimes doing what's right feels wrong and vice versa.
Your heart begging please and your head yelling run
You're torn between staying in a situation that feels emotionally fulfilling but maybe not practical, or leaving to pursue something that makes more sense but might not bring as much joy.
Can't beg and it burn still thirsty for sun
You can't force someone to love you, but that doesn't stop you from wanting their affection and attention.
But no one ever makes you whole so careful if someone takes your soul or else
No one can truly complete you, so be cautious of giving yourself entirely to someone else, as it could lead to disappointment and heartbreak.
You'll find your time machine broken
You won't be able to go back to the way things were before, even if you wish you could.
Can never go back to being friends
Once a romantic relationship ends, it's difficult to transition back to a platonic friendship.
Like a silver screen smokin'
This line is a metaphor for how glamorous and exciting the relationship may have seemed, but in reality, it's just a false image.
Stuck inside a film that never ends
The artist feels trapped in a never-ending loop of heartache and longing.
It's taking is done, what's shaken is sWhat's made is unamde, what's bright off it fades
The excitement and passion of the relationship have faded away, leaving only confusion and uncertainly in their wake.
You long to go far but you only want him
You want to move on from the past, but can't seem to shake your lingering feelings for your ex-partner.
And when each morning pulls you gentley from your sleep
Every day feels like a struggle to move forward, with each morning representing a new challenge.
You'll slowly leave behind the dreams you used to keep
Over time, you'll let go of the hopes and plans you had for the relationship, as they no longer seem realistic or viable.
Contributed by Benjamin O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
simodave1
I LOVE D.A. Wallach!!! Genius!!!! 💖💖💖
Evelin Garcia
This is actually really good.
Eric Kolkey
Great stuff!!!
J S
This is awesome.
No Teda
This is so underrated.
VCI
D. A. I wrote a letter to Paul McCartney telling him what an awesome musician you are!
family 2002
Phenomenal
Michelle Jackson
So true. Much love✌
Sabrina Chouinard
Elon Musk suggested listening and I am very happy I looked it up:) I love this song
Mr.Zara
i listen too completely different kind of music and this song would i have never expect too like but damn its a great song btw Elon musk brought me here