I'm On Nights
HAWLEY Richard Lyrics
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I'm half alive but I'm thinking of you
Do you know why?
Oh I know why
On dark nights, no need to worry
I'll work my time but I'll try to hurry
So don't you cry
Baby don't you know
Baby don't you know
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
Baby don't you know
And now it's time to lose your sorrow
I'm on days and off tomorrow
So don't look back
No don't look back
'Cause baby don't you know
Baby don't you know
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
Baby don't you know
'Cause baby don't you know
Baby don't you know
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
Baby don't you know
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
Baby don't you know
Baby don't you know
Baby don't you know
The lyrics to "I'm On Nights" by Richard Hawley paint a picture of a hard-working individual who is sacrificing their well-being for financial stability. The opening lines "I'm on nights, we need the money, I'm half alive but I'm thinking of you, do you know why? Oh I know why" reveal the desperation of the situation, and the internal struggle of being away from a loved one. The repetition of "Baby don't you know, I'll love you 'til the end of my time" serves as a reminder that love is the driving force behind this sacrifice.
The second verse speaks of the determination of the singer to work hard and do their job well, even if it means working long and lonely nights. They promise to be back soon by saying "On dark nights, no need to worry, I'll work my time but I'll try to hurry, so don't you cry, no don't you cry." The last verse reassures the loved one that things will soon change and that they will be able to enjoy their time together again.
Overall, "I'm On Nights" is a heartfelt expression of love and sacrifice, a tribute to the working-class that often goes unnoticed.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm on nights, we need the money
I am working the night shift because we need the money to make ends meet.
I'm half alive but I'm thinking of you
Even though I am tired and struggling on this night shift, you are still on my mind.
Do you know why?
I want to know if you are aware of how much I am thinking about you while I am working.
Oh I know why
I am fully aware of why you are on my mind and it's because I love you.
On dark nights, no need to worry
During the dark and lonely nights at work, there is no need for you to worry because I am thinking of you.
I'll work my time but I'll try to hurry
Although I have to work my full shift, I will still try to finish early so I can come home to you sooner.
So don't you cry
Don't worry or cry because I am doing my best to provide for us and come back to you.
Baby don't you know
I need you to understand that my love for you is never-ending and will last until the end of time.
And now it's time to lose your sorrow
It's time to let go of any sadness or worries and focus on the positive things in our lives.
I'm on days and off tomorrow
I will be off from work tomorrow and we can spend quality time together.
So don't look back
Don't dwell on the past, let's focus on moving forward together.
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
My love for you will never fade away or diminish, it will continue until the end of my life.
Baby don't you know
I need you to understand the depth and sincerity of my love for you.
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
My love for you is eternal and will never falter, it will last for as long as I live.
Baby don't you know
It's important for you to know that my love for you is unconditional and unwavering.
I'll love you 'til the end of my time
No matter what happens in life, my love for you will always remain constant and never fade away.
Baby don't you know
I want to reassure you of my love and make sure that you understand just how much you mean to me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RICHARD WILLIS HAWLEY
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