Some Other Time
Elizabeth Stanley Lyrics
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You look around, the day has passed
When you're in love
Time is precious stuff
Even a lifetime isn't enough
Where has the time all gone to?
Haven't done half the things we want to
Some other time
This day was just a token
Too many words are still unspoken
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Some other time
Just when the fun is starting
Comes the time for parting
But let's be glad for what we've had
And what's to come
There's so much more embracing
Still to be done, but time is racing
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Some other time
Didn't get half my wishes
Never have seen you dry the dishes
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Some other time
Can't satisfy my craving
Never have watched you while you're shaving
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Some other time
Just when the fun's beginning
Comes the final-inning
Haven't had time to wake up
Seeing you there without your make-up
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Some other time
Just when the fun is starting
Just when the fun is starting
Comes the time for parting
But let's be glad for what we've had
And what's to come
There's so much more embracing
Still to be done, but time is racing
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Some other time
Some other time
In Elizabeth Stanley's song "Some Other Time," the lyrics reflect on the fleeting nature of time and the missed opportunities that can arise when we are caught up in love or other distractions.
The opening lines, "Twenty-four hours can go so fast, You look around, the day has passed," express how quickly time seems to slip away, especially when we are engrossed in a romantic relationship. The singer recognizes that even a lifetime is not enough time to fully experience and appreciate love.
The lines "Where has the time all gone to? Haven't done half the things we want to" convey a sense of regret for not accomplishing everything desired within a limited timeframe. Despite this, the singer optimistically suggests that they will catch up on these unfinished tasks "some other time," implying hope for the future.
The following verse continues this theme of missed opportunities and unspoken words, indicating that there are still unresolved matters and unfulfilled desires. However, the reassurance of catching up "some other time" suggests that there is a belief in the possibility of finding a future moment to address these shortcomings.
The final verse deepens the nostalgia and longing, emphasizing the joy of their past experiences together, while acknowledging that separation is imminent. The phrase "Just when the fun is starting, Comes the time for parting" expresses the bittersweet realization that good times are often cut short by the passage of time and the need to say goodbye. Despite this, the lyrics suggest a sense of gratitude for the moments they have shared and a hopeful anticipation for the future.
Overall, "Some Other Time" beautifully captures the fleeting nature of time and the desire to make the most of the present, while also acknowledging that there will always be unfinished business and unfulfilled desires left for another time. The lyrics reflect on the preciousness of time, the missed opportunities, and the hope for future reunions and new experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Twenty-four hours can go so fast
A day can pass by quickly
You look around, the day has passed
Before you know it, the day is over
When you're in love
Love makes time seem valuable
Time is precious stuff
Time is valuable and important
Even a lifetime isn't enough
Even a whole lifetime isn't sufficient
Where has the time all gone to?
What happened to all the time?
Haven't done half the things we want to
We haven't done many of the things we wanted to do
Oh, well, we'll catch up
We'll make up for lost time
Some other time
At a later time
This day was just a token
This day was merely a small representation
Too many words are still unspoken
There are many things left unsaid
Just when the fun is starting
Right when the enjoyment begins
Comes the time for parting
It's time to say goodbye
But let's be glad for what we've had
Even though it's ending, let's appreciate what we experienced
And what's to come
And what is yet to happen
There's so much more embracing
There are many more opportunities for closeness
Still to be done, but time is racing
There's still much to do, but time is moving quickly
Didn't get half my wishes
I didn't fulfill many of my desires
Never have seen you dry the dishes
I haven't witnessed you drying the dishes
Can't satisfy my craving
I can't fulfill my longing
Never have watched you while you're shaving
I haven't seen you shave
Just when the fun's beginning
Right when the enjoyment starts
Comes the final-inning
It's the end of the experience
Haven't had time to wake up
I haven't had time to fully wake up
Seeing you there without your make-up
Seeing you without your makeup
Some other time
At a later time
There's so much more embracing
There are many more opportunities for closeness
Still to be done, but time is racing
There's still much to do, but time is moving quickly
Just when the fun is starting
Right when the enjoyment begins
What's the time for parting
It's time to say goodbye
But let's be glad for what we've had
Even though it's ending, let's appreciate what we experienced
And what's to come
And what is yet to happen
There's so much more embracing
There are many more opportunities for closeness
Still to be done, but time is racing
There's still much to do, but time is moving quickly
Oh, well, we'll catch up
Oh well, we'll meet again in the future
Some other time
At a later time
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adolph Green, Betty Comden, Leonard Bernstein
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Zed Dravot
Best recorded performance since the 1960 Broadway cast.
dean plessy
Love how she nearly breaks down in tears at the end. I've never heard an interpretation like that.
Marco Oselini
Great performance <3
Ashley
Beautiful! :)
asnalelo.
she has the most velvety tone I have ever heard
Stephanie Lee
The last thing Jim Rittenhouse posted for sharing on facebook the month before he was too sick to communicate.