Gruntz was born in Bern, raised in Biel and Basel and now lives in Zurich. He gained a national audience through his breakthrough hit Heart Keeps Dancing. In 2014 Gruntz' fourth LP Belvedere was released.
Good Times
James Gruntz Lyrics
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good times seem to have come
still I just can't let go
of these bad times I have known for so long
it seems like they have come to hold on
this is why, this is how, I understand you
help me, because you are the one
who's brought good times, good times all along
still I know that you have seen these bad times I know
but you are trying to go on
this is why, this is how, I understand you
this is why, this is how, I've got to let go
but not of you, no I'll never never let you go again
oh at least I hope that I will find a way to glue you to my side
cause in time, bad times will come and bring me down again
this is why, this is how, I understand you
this is why, this is how, I feel for you
this is why, this is how, I'll stay with you
The lyrics of "Good Times" by James Gruntz speak to the struggle of letting go of past bad experiences while enjoying current good times. The singer acknowledges that though they have experienced some positive aspects of life, they cannot seem to shake off the weight of past struggles that have become familiar. The singer then turns to someone who has brought good times into their life and asks for help. This person seems to understand the singer's pain and has been a positive influence but has also seen the singer's past struggles.
The singer acknowledges that they need to let go of their past but not of the person who has been a positive influence in their life. They express a desire to keep this person close and to find a way to hold on to them when the bad times come again. The repetition of "this is why, this is how" throughout the chorus reinforces the idea that the singer has found a deep understanding and connection with the person who has brought good times into their life.
Overall, the lyrics are a poignant reflection on the complexity of emotions and the human experience. They explore the tension between holding onto past struggles and embracing present joy, while also acknowledging the power of positive relationships in helping us navigate these complex emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
good times seem to have come
It appears that good times have arrived
still I just can't let go
However, the singer is unable to forget the past bad times
of these bad times I have known for so long
The singer has experienced bad times for an extended period
it seems like they have come to hold on
It feels as though the bad times have a grip on the singer's life
this is why, this is how, I understand you
The singer relates to someone else's hardships with this phrase
this is why, this is how, I feel for you
The singer empathizes with someone else's struggles
help me, because you are the one
The singer asks for assistance from someone specific
who's brought good times, good times all along
The person being addressed is responsible for the current good times
still I know that you have seen these bad times I know
The singer is aware that the addressed person has also experienced bad times
but you are trying to go on
Despite those hardships, the addressed person is trying to move forward
this is why, this is how, I've got to let go
The singer must let go of the past negative experiences
but not of you, no I'll never never let you go again
However, the singer will not let go of the addressed person
oh at least I hope that I will find a way to glue you to my side
The singer wishes for the addressed person's continued presence in their life
cause in time, bad times will come and bring me down again
The singer acknowledges that bad times will likely resurface in their life
this is why, this is how, I'll stay with you
The singer vows to stay alongside the addressed person despite hardships
Writer(s): Qaadir Atkinson, Commissioner Gordon, Kenton Nix, la Ron James, Puff Ewanya Johnson
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Jessica Mendoza
Me sigue encantando igual a la primera vez que la escuche
Kim Van den Berge
love this song !
MeneDexia Artmusic
Love it !
HaturiPL
Genialna!
Massimo D'Onofrio
Bravissimo! WHen will it be possible to buy your best songs on iTunes?
Jaime de Matos Cunha
still awesome!
figgdy iutub
very good!
107sirens
good times seem to have come still I just can't let go of these bad times I have known for so long it seems like they have come to hold on this is why, this is how, I understand you this is why, this is how, I feel for you help me, because you are the one who's brought good times, good times all along still I know that you have seen these bad times I know but you are trying to go on
ewilicous
wörkli super!!
107sirens
this is why, this is how, I understand you this is why, this is how, I've got to let go but not of you, no I'll never never let you go again oh at least I hope that I will find a way to glue you to my side caus' in time, bad times will come and bring me down again this is why, this is how, I understand you this is why, this is how, I feel for you this is why, this is how, I'll stay with you