I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues
Elton John Lyrics
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Don't look at it like it's forever
Between you and me I could honestly say
That things can only get better
And while I'm away
Dust out the demons inside
And it won't be long before you and me run
And I guess that's why they call it the blues
Time on my hands could be time spent with you
Laughing like children, living like lovers
Rolling like thunder under the covers
And I guess that's why they call it the blues
Just stare into space
Picture my face in your hands
Live for each second without hesitation
And never forget I'm your man
Wait on me girl
Cry in the night if it helps
But more than ever I simply love you
More than I love life itself
The lyrics to Elton John's song "I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues" speak to the idea that difficult times will eventually pass, and it is important to savor the good moments when they do come. The opening lines encourage the listener not to wish away life's challenging times, but instead to appreciate the beauty in the present moment. The pre-chorus suggests that with a little effort, one can exorcise their inner demons and create a better life for themselves. The chorus itself speaks to the joys of love and companionship, describing the pleasure that can be found in laughing, living, and even simply cuddling with a partner.
The second verse adds an element of longing to the song, as the singer implores his lover to wait for him and picture his face in her hands. The second half of the verse reinforces the message of the chorus, urging the listener to live life to the fullest without reservation. The final lines of the song declare the singer’s deep love for his partner, putting that love above all other aspects of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't wish it away
Don't try to make time go by faster or wish your life away
Don't look at it like it's forever
Don't think that your current situation will last forever
Between you and me I could honestly say
I am being sincere when I say
That things can only get better
Your situation will improve over time
And while I'm away
While I'm not physically near you
Dust out the demons inside
Work through your inner struggles and emotional pain
And it won't be long before you and me run
Soon we will run together
To the place in our hearts where we hide
To the place where we feel safe and secure emotionally
And I guess that's why they call it the blues
This feeling of sadness and longing is what people call the blues
Time on my hands could be time spent with you
I have extra time that I could spend with you
Laughing like children, living like lovers
We can have carefree, joyful moments together like children, but also have a deep, passionate love like lovers
Rolling like thunder under the covers
Our love and passion is intense and powerful, like the sound of thunder
And I guess that's why they call it the blues
This feeling of sadness and longing is what people call the blues
Just stare into space
Look out into nothingness
Picture my face in your hands
Imagine holding my face in your hands
Live for each second without hesitation
Live in the moment and don't hold back
And never forget I'm your man
Remember that I am here for you and care for you deeply
Wait on me girl
Be patient and wait for me
Cry in the night if it helps
If you need to cry and release your emotions, do it
But more than ever I simply love you
I love you more than anything else
More than I love life itself
My love for you is the most important thing to me, even more than my own life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bernie Taupin, Davey Johnstone, Elton John
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@simonperkins4000
I joined the Army in 1983, and this song released on the night before I left. My girlfriend, now wife, was with me, and this became our wedding song, and is still our favourite
@lindap4129
Omg that's so sweet ❤
@alwayseverythingedits
That’s very beautiful. I how I wish I was a teenager in the 80s. Or just not this time period
@charliechipps2191
Reminiscences are so essential in this fairly fruitless hopeless life
@simonperkins4000
Thankyou @@alwayseverythingedits
@andywinslow9638
Congrats on staying together
@emperorpalpatine1228
I love my Metal, but When Elton John comes on, Everything else stops.
@martindawson8745
SAME HERE, ENJOY FRIEND,OK?
@lylebear4953
Fellow metal head who listens to Elton John as well
@brittanibland6249
WHAT ABOUT QUEEN!!!!!!!!