Reid has released three studio albums: his self-titled debut album James Reid (2013), Reid Alert (2015), and Palm Dreams (2017) as his first self-produced album under his own record label, Careless Music Manila.
This Time
James Reid Lyrics
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For causing you much pain. Yeah
Didn't mean to make you cry.
Make your efforts all in vain.
And I apologize.
For all the things I've done. Yeah
You were loving me so much.
But all i did was let you down.
Oh, I really don't.
Know just what to say.
All I know is that i want you to stay.
This time I'm not gonna let you slip away.
This time I'm not gonna let another day go by.
Without holding you so tight.
Without treating you so right.
This time I'm not gonna let go of your love.
This time I promise you that we'll rise above it all.
And I won't ever let you Fall.
I'm gonna give you my all this time.
Oh I never thought that i was hurtin'you.
Now I know that I was wrong.
Now I know just what to do.
Gonna try to be.
The best that I can be. Oh yeah
All I need is one more Chance.
To make it up to you - you'll see.
And there's one more thing.
That you oughtta know.
All I know is that.
I don't want you to go.
This time I'm not gonna let you slip away.
This time I'm not gonna let another day go by.
Without holding you so tight.
Without treating you so right.
This time I'm not gonna let go of your love.
This time I promise you that we'll rise above it all.
And I won't ever let you Fall.
I'm gonna give you my all this time.
This time I'm not gonna let you slip away.
This time I'm not gonna let another day go by.
Without holding you so tight.
Without treating you so right.
This time I'm not gonna let go of your love.
This time I promise you that we'll rise above it all.
And I won't ever let you Fall.
I'm gonna give you my all this time.
The song "This Time" by James Reid and Nadine Lustre is a heartfelt apology from the singer to his loved one for causing pain and letting her down. He acknowledges his mistakes and asks for forgiveness, promising to do better this time.
In the first verse, he apologizes for the pain he has caused and admits that he didn't mean to make his partner cry. He sings about how he was aware of the love his partner had for him but wasn't able to reciprocate it the same way. In the chorus, he promises never to let her slip, treating her right and holding her tight. He vows to rise above all obstacles and give her his all. In the second verse, he recognizes the error of his ways and pledges to try his best to be the best version of himself. The song concludes with the singer reiterating his love for his partner and begging her not to go.
The song carries a powerful message about love, forgiveness, and second chances. It encourages the listener to reflect on their past mistakes and make amends before it's too late. The song's catchy melody and soulful vocals make it an emotional and relatable ballad that can touch the hearts of many.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I'm Sorry girl .
Apologizing for causing pain to his lover.
For causing you much pain. Yeah
Acknowledging the pain caused to his lover.
Didn't mean to make you cry.
Expressing regret for his actions that caused tears.
Make your efforts all in vain.
Admitting to making his lover's efforts futile.
And I apologize.
Further apologizing for his mistakes.
For all the things I've done. Yeah
Taking responsibility for his wrongdoings.
You were loving me so much.
Recognizing his lover's deep love for him.
But all i did was let you down.
Realizing that he disappointed his lover despite her love for him.
Oh, I really don't.
Admitting to not knowing what to say.
Know just what to say.
Being unsure of how to make things better.
All I know is that i want you to stay.
Expressing the desire for his lover to stay.
This time I'm not gonna let you slip away.
Making a promise to not let his lover leave him.
This time I'm not gonna let another day go by.
Committing to taking action immediately.
Without holding you so tight.
Vowing to hold his lover closely.
Without treating you so right.
Promising to treat his lover with the love and respect she deserves.
This time I'm not gonna let go of your love.
Promising to hold onto his lover's love.
This time I promise you that we'll rise above it all.
Pledging to overcome their problems and challenges together.
And I won't ever let you Fall.
Vowing to protect his lover from harm.
I'm gonna give you my all this time.
Promising to give his lover his full effort and devotion.
Oh I never thought that i was hurtin'you.
Acknowledging his ignorance of hurting his lover.
Now I know that I was wrong.
Realizing and admitting his mistakes.
Now I know just what to do.
Having a plan to make things right.
Gonna try to be.
Expressing the intention to improve.
The best that I can be. Oh yeah
Striving to be the best version of himself for his lover.
All I need is one more Chance.
Asking for another opportunity to make things right.
To make it up to you - you'll see.
Assuring his lover that he will make up for his mistakes.
And there's one more thing.
Adding one final thought to his promise.
That you oughtta know.
Informing his lover of his intentions.
This time I'm not gonna let you slip away.
Repeating his promise to not let his lover leave him.
This time I'm not gonna let another day go by.
Reiterating his vow to take immediate action.
Without holding you so tight.
Reaffirming his commitment to holding his lover closely.
Without treating you so right.
Stressing the importance of treating his lover with love and respect.
This time I'm not gonna let go of your love.
Reassuring his lover that he will not let go of their love.
This time I promise you that we'll rise above it all.
Restating his commitment to overcoming their problems together.
And I won't ever let you Fall.
Reiterating his vow to protect his lover from harm.
I'm gonna give you my all this time.
Renewing his promise to give his lover his full effort and devotion.
Contributed by Blake L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@zyraontal6454
This song reminds me of someone I like so much. But it seems like there's never a chance to be with him. He is far away, he lives a life different from mine, we will never have a story, even a single chapter.
I don't know if God will be too good to give me a shot because if He would, I would never waste it. I would never let a day slip away without showing my love for that person.
But I guess, it's too impossible? God is more than what I can comprehend but maybe I'm not just deserving to be the person who will be with him? But if there's a chance, I will be.
I guess, this is where I can end it all. I just wish him all the great things in life, wish him his safety and genuine happiness.
Ryanito, ingat ka palagi.
@alyssameninguito3341
James part in the beginning of the song relate to him so much after their break up. This pretty much what he should say to Nadine
@Latecomer_sunshine
what they break up already ?
@shitsuvuiburitania6761
@@Latecomer_sunshine yes, they confirmed the separation through a joint statement released via the live January 20 episode of “Tonight with Boy Abunda.”Jan 20, 2020
@lunaceleste_
But, james didn't cheat lol
@narmierevano1900
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@gardentalesbyantara7629
Heart breaking 💔
@duncansantos287
Twitter world brought me here 😭😭😭💔💔💔 sad for this couple but that's life we need to accept the reality bites. Thank you James x Nadine #Jadine
@gerardmarcq.malicdem5074
People only knows how to judge and snoop in someones life but never havr time to know the whole story. JaDine will always have a part of our "kilig" moments.
@nikkidelossantos
My Jadine heart is aching. 😭
@teresitadimaano4697
@@nikkidelossantos Sobrang ganda rin ng kantang This time ang galing nilang kumanta super,