Times Like These
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I, I'm a one way motorway
I'm the one that drives away
Then follows you back home
I, I'm a street light shining
I'm a wild light blinding bright
Burning off alone

It's times like these you learn to live again
It's times like these you give and give again
It's times like these you learn to love again
It's times like these time and time again

I, I'm a new day rising
I'm a brand new sky
To hang the stars upon tonight
I am a little divided
Do I stay or run away
And leave it all behind?

It's times like these you learn to live again
It's times like these you give and give again
It's times like these you learn to love again
It's times like these time and time again

It's times like these you learn to live again
It's times like these you give and give again
It's times like these you learn to love again
It's times like these time and time again

It's times like these you learn to live again
It's times like these you give and give again
It's times like these you learn to love again
It's times like these time and time again

It's times like these you learn to live again
It's times like these you give and give again




It's times like these you learn to love again
It's times like these time and time again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Times Like These" by Foo Fighters express the theme of resilience and the ability to overcome challenges. The singer describes themselves as a "one way motorway" and a "street light shining," metaphorically representing their unwavering drive and guiding presence. They also admit to feeling a bit torn between staying and running away from something uncertain. Overall, the lyrics suggest that despite hardships, one can learn to live again, give and give again, and love again in times of struggle.


The chorus reinforces this message of growth through difficulties. "It's times like these you learn to live again" implies that tough times can teach us how to truly appreciate life. "It's times like these you give and give again" highlights the importance of generosity, perseverance, and selflessness. And "It's times like these you learn to love again" suggests that even though love can be hurtful, it is ultimately what heals and unites us.


Line by Line Meaning

I, I'm a one way motorway
I am a directional force that propels you forward, with no possibility of turning back.


I'm the one that drives away
I am the force that encourages you to leave your comfort zone and explore different paths.


Then follows you back home
I am always present, even when you return to the familiar, reminding you of the experiences and growth gained on your journey.


I, I'm a street light shining
I am a guiding light, illuminating your path and allowing you to see what is ahead.


I'm a wild light blinding bright
I am a dazzling, captivating presence, urging you to take risks and embrace the unknown.


Burning off alone
I am a solitary flame, burning fiercely and independently, inspiring you to do the same.


It's times like these you learn to live again
Difficult moments and trials create opportunities for growth and renewal, allowing you to fully embrace and appreciate life.


It's times like these you give and give again
During challenging times, kindness and generosity become even more important and impactful, inspiring you to continuously give back.


It's times like these you learn to love again
Through hardship, you discover a newfound love and appreciation for yourself, others, and the world around you.


It's times like these time and time again
These moments of adversity occur repeatedly throughout life, giving you the opportunity to continually learn, evolve, and grow.


I, I'm a new day rising
I represent a fresh start, a new opportunity to pursue your dreams and embrace change.


I'm a brand new sky
I symbolize the vast openness of possibilities, and the ability to create your own destiny.


To hang the stars upon tonight
The future is yours to create, full of endless potential and opportunities waiting to be explored.


I am a little divided
Internally, you may feel unsure or conflicted about your choices and direction in life.


Do I stay or run away
You are faced with a decision – whether to embrace something new or stay with what is familiar and comfortable.


And leave it all behind?
Leaving behind what is familiar can be painful and challenging, but it also presents an opportunity for growth and change.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: NATE MENDEL, DAVE GROHL, TAYLOR HAWKINS, CHRIS SHIFLETT

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