This Time
Heroin Lyrics


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It's hard to take the time that heals in time
Irritate that time, but time heals
Irritate this time, time will heal
It's hard to take the time and give the same,
But I've got to take the time,
I have to take this time.
Time to decide.
Make up my mind.
Time to decide about me.




Because I know I have scratched the surface.

Overall Meaning

In the song "This Time" by Heroin, the lyrics describe the struggle of taking the necessary time to heal. The first line of the lyrics, "It's hard to take the time that heals in time," indicates that the time needed to recover from a difficult situation can often feel overwhelming or unmanageable. The lyrics suggest that it may be tempting to try to push past this time and move on quickly, but this can end up causing more irritation and ultimately delaying the healing process.


The lines "Irritate that time, but time heals, Irritate this time, time will heal" demonstrate that it's important to allow oneself the necessary space and time to heal, even though it may feel uncomfortable or frustrating in the moment. The repetition of the phrase "time will heal" emphasizes the idea that patience and perseverance are key in the healing process.


Towards the end of the lyrics, the phrase "Because I know I have scratched the surface" implies that the singer has only just begun to address their issues and has a long way to go. The final lines of the song, "Time to decide, Make up my mind, Time to decide about me" suggest that this is a pivotal moment for the singer - they must make a decision about their future and take responsibility for their own healing. Overall, the song encourages listeners to understand the importance of taking the necessary time to fully heal and grow, even if it may be uncomfortable in the short-term.


Line by Line Meaning

It's hard to take the time that heals in time
It's difficult to allow enough time to pass for healing to occur naturally


Irritate that time, but time heals
Though it may feel frustrating to wait, time is ultimately what will bring healing


Irritate this time, time will heal
If you're feeling impatient, remember that time is still the key to healing


It's hard to take the time and give the same,
It's hard to make time for others when you're struggling to make time for yourself


But I've got to take the time,
Despite the difficulty, it's necessary to take the time for healing and self-care


I have to take this time.
There's no other option but to make the time for healing and self-care


Time to decide.
It's time to make a decision


Make up my mind.
To decide, one must commit to a decision and stick with it


Time to decide about me.
The decision at hand is about oneself and one's own well-being


Because I know I have scratched the surface.
There's more work to be done and deeper healing to be achieved




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Mellencamp

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