For the Good Times
Elvis Presley/J.D. Sumner & the Stamps Lyrics
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But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning
Let's just be glad we had some time to spend together
There's no need o watch the bridges that we're burning
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Hear the whisper of the raindrops fallin' soft against the window
For the good times
I'll get along, you'll find another
And i'll be here if you should find you ever need me
Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever
There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Hear the whisper of the raindrops fallin' soft against the window
And make believe you love me one more time
For the good times
For the good times
Elvis Presley's song "For The Good Times" is a touching ballad about the end of a relationship but also about cherishing the moments they had together. The lyrics open with the performer acknowledging the ending of the relationship but also that they should keep moving forward, and life goes on. They suggest that they should be thankful for the time they had together, and there is no need to focus on what they are losing. The next lines speak of the singer's desire to hold the other person; they want to be close, but they know it won't be forever. The rain falling against the window adds to the melancholy feeling of the song. The lyric "make believe you love me one more time" is a poignant thought that we want to protect the memories of the good times and pretend they can happen once more.
The second verse uses the phrase "for the good times," which gives the song its title, to say that they should think about the positive moments they had in the relationship as they go forward, and it's time to start anew. This verse implies that the other person will move on and that he will be there for support if they ever need it. The lyrics say that neither of them should speak of the future, so there's no need to be sad about something that may or may not happen. The line, "There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me" is a powerful statement, indicating that there's no need to mourn the loss before the relationship is over.
Overall, the song is heartbreaking and hopeful at the same time, urging us to remember the good times and hope for better in the future. It's a message of comfort and promise, knowing that even if things come to an end, there's always a chance to find happiness once more.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look so sad, i know it's over
I understand that this is the end and you're upset, but let's not dwell on it.
But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning
Even though our time together has ended, life will continue and the world won't stop turning.
Let's just be glad we had some time to spend together
Instead of being sad, let's be grateful for the time we had together and the memories we made.
There's no need o watch the bridges that we're burning
We don't need to focus on the negative or any hurt between us. It's best to move on and let go.
Lay your head upon my pillow
Rest your head on my pillow and feel comforted.
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Let's hold each other closely and cherish this moment.
Hear the whisper of the raindrops fallin' soft against the window
Listen to the soft sound of the rain, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
And make believe you love me one more time
Just for this moment, let's pretend that our love hasn't ended and we are still deeply in love.
I'll get along, you'll find another
I'll be okay without you and you'll find someone else to love.
And i'll be here if you should find you ever need me
Even though we're not together, I'll always be here for you if you need me.
Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever
Let's not worry about the future or if we'll ever be together again. It's better to live in the moment.
There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me
We don't need to be sad right now. There will be plenty of time to be sad once we say our final goodbyes.
For the good times
Let's remember the good times we had together and cherish those memories.
For the good times
This phrase is repeated at the end to reinforce the idea of focusing on and appreciating the good times, rather than dwelling on the end of the relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Kristoffer Kristofferson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
João Takanori jamjao
PELOS BONS TEMPOS [From Brazil]
Não olhe tão triste assim, eu sei que acabou
A vida,porém, não para e este velho mundo seguirá seu rumo
Vamos somente ser felizes, por termos vivido alguns momentos juntos
Não é preciso olharmos as pontes que deixamos a queimar
Coloque a sua cabeça no meu travesseiro
Aconchegue seu corpo quente e suave bem perto do meu
Ouça o som dos pingos suaves da chuva na janela
E faça de conta que você me ama, novamente,
Pelos bons tempos
Eu seguirei sozinho, e você encontrará outro amor
E eu estarei aqui, caso perceba que precisa mesmo de mim
Não diga nenhuma palavra sobre o futuro ou a eternidade
Pois haverá tempo o bastante para a tristeza,
Quando você me deixar
Coloque a sua cabeça no meu travesseiro
Aconchegue seu corpo quente e suave bem perto do meu
Ouça o som dos pingos suaves da chuva na janela
E faça de conta que você me ama, novamente,
Pelos bons tempos
Pelos bons tempos !!!!
Ferran Gimenez
Nobody can sing a love song like this guy...That feelin of loss that he conveys is like nothing I have ever heard....wow....just wow
boston_rachel
I love this song so much! We love and miss you, Elvis. xo
Helenice Magalhães
Lindo demais.
Rutila McCartney
Esta canción la canta Elvis con esa voz maravillosa que cada vez que la escucho me hace llorar ...
Chris Clarke
I have had some "Good times" because of Elvis, thank you Elvis , love and miss you always and forever.
Maria da Graça Oliveira
Pelos belos tempos !!! Amo demais !!!
Rosana Ferrara
I close my eyes and listen.... For the good times.
Elvis you are amazing.
George Vreeland Hill
The good times were when Elvis was on this planet.
Here is a toast for "The Good Times."
Lissa Blue
@Paul R going back and taking a different road , 💙
cut1986
No kidding.. I miss those times.