You Ain't the First
Guns N' Roses Lyrics
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One, two, three
One, two, three
two, three, one
I tried so hard just to get through to you
But your head's so far
From the realness of truth
Wasn't meant to last long
I think you've worn your welcome honey
I'll just see you along as I sing you this song
One, two, three, one
Time can pass slowly
Things always change
Your day's been numbered
And I've read your last page
You was just a temporary love
But honey you ain't the first
Lots of other come before you woman
Said but you been the worst
Said you been the worst
So goodbye to you girl
So long, farewell
I can't hear you cryin'
Your jivin's been hell
So look for me walkin'
Down your street at night
I'll be in with another
Deep down inside
Deep down inside
The song "You Ain't the First" by Guns N' Roses is a powerful ballad that speaks about a failed relationship that the singer has been in. The first verse speaks about how the singer has tried hard to communicate with his partner, but she is not ready to accept the truth. The second line is an indication of the rhythm of the song, which is "one, two, three, one." This rhythm pattern is also repeated in the second verse.
The second verse is where the singer is venting out his frustration about the failed relationship. He says that he knew from the start that it was just a temporary relationship, and the girl was not meant to last long. The line, "Lots of other come before you woman. Said but you been the worst" speaks volumes about how the singer has gone through many relationships before but the present one was the worst.
In the concluding lines of the song, the singer bids goodbye to his past lover and confidently moves on to explore new relationships. The song's melancholic tone and powerful lyrics reflect the emotions of a man who has been hurt by a relationship that did not work out.
Line by Line Meaning
Rolling?
Starting to sing/Playing music?
One, two, three
One, two, three
two, three, one
Counting down or setting the rhythm?
I tried so hard just to get through to you
But your head's so far
From the realness of truth
Was it just a come on in the dark
Wasn't meant to last long
I think you've worn your welcome honey
I'll just see you along as I sing you this song
I attempted to connect with you, but you're too removed from reality. Was it a fleeting encounter? I believe it's time for you to leave, and I'll express that through song.
One, two, three, one
Time can pass slowly
Things always change
Your day's been numbered
And I've read your last page
You was just a temporary love
But honey you ain't the first
Lots of other come before you woman
Said but you been the worst
Said you been the worst
Time has passed, and our relationship has come to an end. I've known this for a while, and it's evident that you were just passing by. You're not my first fling, and frankly, you're one of the worst.
So goodbye to you girl
So long, farewell
I can't hear you cryin'
Your jivin's been hell
So look for me walkin'
Down your street at night
I'll be in with another
Deep down inside
Deep down inside
We're saying goodbye, and I'm leaving with a new partner. You're not worth remembering, and frankly, our time together was dreadful. You may see me walking down your street, but I'll have moved on completely.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: (USA 2) SLASH, IZZY STRADLIN, DUFF MC KAGAN, DARREN A REED, MATT SORUM, W. AXL ROSE
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@Dasalsim
Izzy truly was the brains of the operation.
@TaxDodger
This song and Perfect Crime are two underrated songs I love from UYI1.
@jasonwallace6054
And dead horse
@nenadpesic13
@@jasonwallace6054no, that's axl song
@lalhmachhuana1652
Listening After 20 years!🎂
@michellesolerflores7618
OBG IZZY POR ESSA PERFEIÇÃO 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
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@luucas1882
as composições do Izzy são incriveis!
@Drash420
Shannon Hoon sounds great as always
@Mars-mr3om
Great Great song!