When not playing and writing, they were raiding their father’s album collections for inspiration and direction. With the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, Crowded House and Simon and Garfunkel they were in good stead for the future. Also drawing from contemporary artists such as Fleet Foxes, Angus Stone & Bon Iver they have developed a great, fresh sound.
The boys met in the early years of high school and quickly became musical companions, ready to take on the world with their melodic songs and subtle harmonies. Georgia Fair’s lineup is completed by Paul on bass & Ben’s brother Nick on drums.
Times Fly
Georgia Fair Lyrics
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Never losing sight of the prize
We used to fight and whine, and dine all night
But never losing sight of the prize
I said some people say times fly
But times they ain′t flyin' for me.
I said some people say times fly.
I said some people say times fly.
Out of sight you're on my mind
And I don′t even have the time
You used to kick and hit
And spit and miss
But no, ′cause I don't even have the time
Our psyche off my mind
′Cause I don't even realize
With all the games and names
The way you said
That I don′t even realize.
I said some people say times fly
But times they ain't a flyin′ for me.
I said some people buy their time.
But times they ain't a flyin' for me.
I said some people say times fly.
In the song "Times Fly" by Georgia Fair, the lyrics depict a relationship that has come to an end but still haunts the singer's mind. The phrase "out of sight, out of mind" suggests that the person they were once involved with is no longer present physically, yet their memory remains a constant presence in the singer's thoughts. They reflect on how they used to argue and complain, but despite the disagreements, they never lost sight of the ultimate goal or purpose in their relationship.
However, the repetition of the line "I said some people say times fly, but times they ain't flyin' for me" highlights the disconnect between the perception of time passing quickly for others and the singer's own experience. While time may appear to fly for others, for the singer, it seems to drag on without any significant progress or healing in their emotional state. They express frustration that despite the passage of time, they still cannot move on from the relationship.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of longing and nostalgia. The mention of the person always being on the singer's mind signifies a continued attachment, even though they claim not to have enough time for them anymore. The references to physical acts like kicking, hitting, and spitting hint at a volatile relationship, yet the singer admits that they don't even realize the impact those actions had on them. This could symbolize a form of denial or unwillingness to fully acknowledge the negative aspects of the past.
In summary, "Times Fly" explores the lingering thoughts and emotions that remain after a relationship has ended. The singer grapples with the passage of time, struggling to move forward and escape the memories of the relationship. The lyrics delve into themes of longing, denial, and the complex nature of letting go.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of sight, out of my mind
When you are not in my field of vision, I try to forget about you
Never losing sight of the prize
Always remaining focused and determined on achieving my goals
We used to fight and whine, and dine all night
In the past, we would argue, complain, and enjoy meals together throughout the entire night
But never losing sight of the prize
But through it all, I still remained focused on my goals
I said some people say times fly
I mentioned that some individuals believe that time passes quickly
But times they ain′t flyin' for me
But in my experience, time doesn't feel like it's passing quickly
Out of sight you're on my mind
Even when you are not physically present, you occupy my thoughts
And I don′t even have the time
But unfortunately, I don't have the time to devote to thinking about you
You used to kick and hit, And spit and miss
In the past, you would physically attack and insult me, but often without success
But no, ′cause I don't even have the time
But now, I don't even have the time or energy to acknowledge your attempts to harm me
Our psyche off my mind
I try to remove thoughts of our emotional state or well-being from my mind
′Cause I don't even realize
Because I am so preoccupied that I don't even notice or comprehend
With all the games and names, The way you said
With all the manipulations and insults, and the specific manner in which you expressed them
That I don′t even realize
That I am completely unaware or oblivious to their impact
I said some people say times fly
I mentioned again that some individuals believe that time passes quickly
But times they ain't a flyin′ for me
But in my personal experience, time feels slow and uneventful
I said some people buy their time
I stated that some individuals are able to control or manipulate the passing of time
But times they ain't a flyin' for me
But unfortunately, I am not able to control or manipulate time to my advantage
I said some people say times fly
I mentioned yet again that some individuals believe that time passes quickly
Writer(s): Jordan Wilson
Contributed by Caden I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cherish Prater
It’s hard to believe how much time has passed since this song came out. I loved it, still do. Y’all need to add this to Spotify💙🙏🏻
Chris
So refreshing to see an Australian band make REAL music that is so easy to listen to and so easily stuck in your head.
SD0659
The 0 dislikes they have for this song are so well deserved :)
Curtis Dougan
2021 now, I still love this song
Esther Sutton
They deserve to be more famous but i don't want them to be because then it will become mainstream and be ruined :( I love this band soooo much and this song is sooo amazing
hereshestands
These guys are awesome!
jkgvukuj
You'd think for such a good song more people would know it
LAD
These guys deserve to be famous.
Hellboy
Will never forget this song.
Regina Kelly
i love this music video. i love this song. i love georgia fair.