Don't Wait
Eric Clapton & John Mayer Lyrics
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Don't wait for the good times to come
We got 'em right here, we're on the run
Don't wait, don't wait
I'm going back, I'm going back
Going way back, back in time
Another place, another mind
Walk on, walk on
Walk on straight ahead
Don't look around, don't turn your head
Walk on, walk on
Fly away, fly away
Fly away, away with me
I never been so flying free
Fly away, fly away
Bye bye, bye bye
Please, don't ever say
You're leaving me, you're going away
Bye bye, bye bye
The song "Don't Wait" by Eric Clapton and John Mayer is about living in the present moment and enjoying it to the fullest before it's too late. The lyrics call to action to make the most of the current situation, to not wait for something better to come along, and to seize the opportunity that's right in front of you. The chorus encourages the listener to be proactive and take control of their life by walking straight ahead, without turning their head or looking back, towards a brighter future. The second verse, "I'm going back, I'm going back," implies nostalgia and regret for not taking action sooner, while the bridge, "Fly away, fly away," suggests the possibility of leaving your old life behind and starting anew.
Overall, the message of "Don't Wait" is that life is short and unpredictable, and one should take advantage of every moment. The song urges listeners to live in the present, let go of the past, and not wait for the future to start making changes.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't wait, don't wait
Don't hesitate or delay
Don't wait for the good times to come
There's no need to wait for happiness
We got 'em right here, we're on the run
We already have the good times and are enjoying them while moving forward
I'm going back, I'm going back
I'm revisiting my past
Going way back, back in time
Returning to a distant period in my past
Another place, another mind
Reflecting on another version of myself in a different place and time
Walk on, walk on
Keep moving forward
Walk on straight ahead
Stay focused on your path
Don't look around, don't turn your head
Avoid getting distracted or sidetracked
Fly away, fly away
Escape from your current situation
Fly away, away with me
Join me on this journey to freedom
I never been so flying free
I've never felt so liberated
Bye bye, bye bye
Saying goodbye
Please, don't ever say
Avoid telling me
You're leaving me, you're going away
That you're departing from me
Bye bye, bye bye
Saying goodbye again
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: CHRISTINE LAKELAND, J. J. CALE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bodoor8172
Everything is perfect about this song, the arrangement, vocals, and the Hammond organ gives me goosebumps all over, fucking love this song.
@lieutenantdan4278
That guitar tone is just insane!
@demonic_angel_68
Incredible
@darthvader3465
clapton and mayer are both gods
@beenderedonedat
say what thou wilt but John Mayer did a phenomenal job on this one! absolutlety outstanding!
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@SG13232
I mean, it absolutely does not get better than Clapton and Mayer together on a JJ song…
@kathif17
I hear a little/ lot of ❤JJ in this song
@kathif17
Love IT A little JJ Cale VIBE ❤❤❤❤😢
@kathif17
Love my Clapton and JJ Cale