Time Stood Still
Grant Nicholas Lyrics
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Jump to the other side
I never said this was a logical affair
But I saw the future
Light through a coloured lens
It looked so bright
Cause I been treading water for to long
Working for the weekend
What am I missing
Holly decided to leave
Time stood still
Time stood still
Humming out a baseline
Back on the shoreline
Watching the tide come in
Time stood still
Time stood still
She's the only person
That I've ever known
Who wore her heart outside and it was a beautiful thing
But I carry a picture
In a frame inside my mind
Inside my mind
Cause I been treading water for to long
Drifting ever closer to the storm
Working for the weekend
What am I missing
Holly decided to leave
Time stood still
Time stood still
Humming out a baseline
Back on the shoreline
Watching the tide come in
Time stood still
Time stood still
(Woah...)
Time stood still
(Woah...)
Time stood still
(Woah...)
Time stood still
(Woah...)
Working for the weekend
What am I missing
Holly decided to leave
Time stood still
Time stood still
Humming out a baseline
Back on the shoreline
Watching the tide come in
Time stood still
Time stood still
Working for the weekend
What am I missing
Holly decided to leave
Time stood still
Time stood still
Humming out a baseline
Back on the shoreline
Watching the tide come in
Time stood still
Time stood still
The song "Time Stood Still" by Grant Nicholas is a contemplative and reflective piece that examines the aftermath of a breakup. The opening lines suggest the singer's willingness to let go and move on from the relationship, despite it being illogical. The mention of seeing the future through colored lenses represents the singer's optimism and hope for a better tomorrow. However, the disillusionment quickly sets in as the singer admits to feeling stagnant and stuck. The refrain "time stood still" symbolizes the inability to move forward and the pain that is associated with the loss of the relationship.
The second verse focuses more on the ex-partner, Holly, and her admirable qualities, particularly in her ability to wear her heart on her sleeve. The singer fondly recalls a picture of her, which he keeps in his mind, as it reminds him of the beauty of their time together. However, he ultimately acknowledges that he cannot remain in the past and must try to move on. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that time stands still, and the memories of the relationship continue to linger.
Overall, "Time Stood Still" is a poignant and introspective song that captures the emotional aftermath of a breakup. Grant Nicholas's evocative lyrics and soft melodies create a bittersweet atmosphere that is both relatable and emotionally resonant.
Line by Line Meaning
Leave if you want to
You have the freedom to go if you desire
Jump to the other side
You can take a chance on something different
I never said this was a logical affair
I am aware that what we have may not be reasonable, but it feels right
But I saw the future
I had a moment of clarity and was able to picture what is to come
Light through a coloured lens
The vision of the future seemed bright and full of possibilities
It looked so bright
The future appeared promising and appealing
Cause I been treading water for too long
I have been stuck in the same place for too much time
Drifting ever closer to the storm
I am gradually approaching a crisis
Working for the weekend
I am investing all my effort into making it to the end of the week
What am I missing
I feel like there is something I am not grasping
Holly decided to leave
My partner Holly decided to depart
Time stood still
Everything stopped moving for a moment
Humming out a baseline
I am creating a rhythmic tune
Back on the shoreline
I have returned to the place where the water meets the land
Watching the tide come in
I am observing the water level rise
She's the only person
Out of everyone I have known, she is unique
That I've ever known
I have not met anyone quite like her
Who wore her heart outside and it was a beautiful thing
She was open and honest with her emotions, which was a wonderful trait
But I carry a picture
I have a visual representation
In a frame inside my mind
I have an image in my memory
Time stood still (repeat)
Everything came to a sudden halt
Woah...
Interjection expressing strong emotions
Working for the weekend
I am only focused on surviving the work week
What am I missing
I feel like there is an important aspect that I am unaware of
Holly decided to leave
My partner Holly decided to end our relationship
Time stood still (repeat)
Everything stopped abruptly once again
Humming out a baseline
I am creating a simple melody
Back on the shoreline
I am standing where the sea meets the shore again
Watching the tide come in
I am observing the water rise towards me
Time stood still (repeat)
The moment of stillness returns
Contributed by Liam I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Vegan_Bytes
Love it !!!!
I have every single album you have ever released from early Feeder to GN !!! Looking forward to getting the companion album thats out soon !! :)
Hello to Grant from Ireland, and sorry I couldnt make it to Whelans, I'll catch you again at some other gig :)
Cara Mason
A most excellent tune 😊🌹🎼🎶
evanzo27
Possibly the best song on the album! Love it!
Mcgill
My favourite song in the album.
Elvis Weber
Wow, i hear your "non-feeder songs" for the first time, and they are beautiful! Greetings from Austria :)
Qam2
Listening to this is refreshing I listened to this straight after feeeders yesterday went too soon
Sax Power
Good style, aging and rock music are not always good friends - I'm 46 myself - but you do very well with this GN concept. I like the song and the all universe you try to draw. Keep on good work :-)
Miguel Venom
good song!!
Juan Lopez
Madrid looks beatiful here. What a great song
XM ED
good song :) ^^