One More Time
Deborah Conway Lyrics


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Don't be afraid of the night
Only you hear the scream that you scream
Don't turn away from the light
Only you see the dream that you dream

I'm not gonna run anymore
I'm not gonna run away from this honeymoon
I'm not gonna run anymore
I'm not gonna run like a rat to a piper's tune

For you and I will show one another love
You and I, we owe one another love

We're not gonna lie anymore
We're not gonna lie in ignorant ecstasy
We're not gonna cry anymore
We're not gonna cry at a figment of fantasy

For you and I will grow together now
You and I will go together

We're not gonna run anymore
We're not gonna run anymore
Oh, no, no, no, no

I'm not gonna run anymore
I'm not gonna run away from this honeymoon
I'm not gonna run anymore
I'm not gonna run like a rat to a piper's tune

For you and I will show one another love
You and I, we owe one another love

We're not gonna lie anymore
We're not gonna lie in ignorant ecstasy
We're not gonna cry anymore
We're not gonna cry at a figment of fantasy

For you and I will grow together now
You and I will go together now

Don't be afraid of the night
Only you hear the scream that you scream




Don't turn away from the light
Only you see the dream that you dream

Overall Meaning

In "One More Time" by Deborah Conway, she encourages listeners not to be afraid of the night and not to turn away from the light. The singer is determined to stop running from her problems and to be honest with herself and her partner. The song is about embracing love, growing together, and facing reality.


The first stanza of the song is a reminder that everyone has fears and struggles that they keep hidden. The night can represent fear and uncertainty, but the singer tells listeners not to be afraid of it. She acknowledges that we all have that scream that we keep suppressed, but it's essential to face it head-on. The light represents clarity and understanding, and she urges people not to shy away from it.


The second stanza is where the singer expresses her determination to stop running away from her problems. She uses the metaphor of a honeymoon to indicate that starting a relationship is like a fresh beginning. She promises not to run or hide from issues anymore like a rat following a piper's tune. Instead, she and her partner will show each other love and grow together.


In the final stanza, the singer reminds people that they don't need to lie to themselves or be ignorant about the reality of their situation. She urges people not to cry at a figment of fantasy, indicating that it is essential to be grounded in reality. She and her partner will grow together and face the future as a team.


Overall, "One More Time" by Deborah Conway is about embracing love and facing reality. It encourages listeners not to be afraid of their fears and to be honest with themselves and their partners. Facing problems head-on and growing together is the key to a healthy relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't be afraid of the night
Don't fear the unknown or unfamiliar, confront your fears and overcome them.


Only you hear the scream that you scream
Only you can truly understand and recognize the emotions that you feel, don't let others silence or invalidate them.


Don't turn away from the light
Do not ignore or deny the truth, always strive for clarity and understanding.


Only you see the dream that you dream
You alone hold the key to your hopes and aspirations, don't let anyone else dictate or influence them.


I'm not gonna run anymore
I am no longer going to avoid or ignore my problems, I will confront them head-on.


I'm not gonna run away from this honeymoon
I will cherish and nurture my relationships, rather than abandoning them when they become challenging.


I'm not gonna run anymore
I will not be controlled or coerced by others, I am my own person.


I'm not gonna run like a rat to a piper's tune
I will not follow blindly or be manipulated by those in positions of power or influence.


For you and I will show one another love
We will support and love each other, even when things are difficult or painful.


You and I, we owe one another love
Our commitment to love and care for each other is essential to our happiness and well-being.


We're not gonna lie anymore
We will be honest and authentic, even when it's uncomfortable or risky.


We're not gonna lie in ignorant ecstasy
We will resist the temptation to live in blissful ignorance, and instead strive for self-awareness and personal growth.


We're not gonna cry anymore
We will not let ourselves be held back by fear or sadness, but instead find strength and courage to move forward.


We're not gonna cry at a figment of fantasy
We will not be consumed by unrealistic expectations or false ideals, but rather live in the present and accept what is real.


For you and I will grow together now
Our partnership will help us both learn and develop, and we will grow stronger together.


You and I will go together now
We will face life's challenges and opportunities as a team, supporting each other along the way.


We're not gonna run anymore
We will no longer give up or run away when things get tough, but will face our problems head on.


We're not gonna run anymore
We will not be controlled or dictated to by others, but will be fearless and independent.


Oh, no, no, no, no
A reaffirmation of the commitment to change and growth, a refusal to back down or compromise.




Lyrics Β© Spirit Music Group
Written by: PETER DENNIS BLANDFOR TOWNSHEND

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