99 Years
Josh Groban Lyrics


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Boy meets girl and the world stops turning
She makes him forget all the rules he was learning
They give a toast to the ones who never stop hoping
There's not much to lean on and eyes wide open

And they look up high and wonder what the future's gonna hold

Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life
Where we laughed till we cried
and our love was stronger with every fight
There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
And a million more for us to say "I love you"
So let's look forward to you and I looking back
At 99 years like that
At 99 years like that

They build a house of love in the face of worry
But life has a way of rewriting the story
There were times when it looked like nothing could save them
There were times when it looked like nothing could break them

They keep promising each other what the future's gonna hold

Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life
Where we laughed till we cried
and our love was stronger with every fight
There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
And a million more for us to say "I love you"
So let's look forward to you and I looking back
To 99 years

Of nothing unspoken
With every day hoping
That when we feel broken
Our scars make us golden
Is to choose, choose you and I

Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life
Where we laughed till we cried
and our love was stronger with every fight
There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
And a million more for us to say "I love you"
So let's look forward to you and I looking back
At 99 years like that




Oh, at 99 years like that
At 99 years like that

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Josh Groban's song "99 Years" tell the story of a couple embarking on a journey together, facing the uncertainties of the future while cherishing the love they share. The song begins with the boy meeting the girl and feeling an instant connection that makes him forget everything he has learned about love. They toast to those who never lose hope, acknowledging that there may not be much certainty in life, but they face it with open eyes and a sense of curiosity. As they look up high, they wonder what the future holds for them.


The chorus expresses their hope for a life filled with laughter, love, and resilience. They anticipate looking back on their life after 99 years, reminiscing about the moments they laughed until they cried and how their love grew stronger with each fight they endured together. It is a celebration of the milestones and the countless "I love yous" that they will continue to exchange throughout their lifetime.


The second verse introduces the challenges and obstacles the couple faces. Despite life rewriting their story, their love remains steadfast as they build a house of love in the face of worry. There are moments when it seems like nothing can save or break them, yet they keep promising each other the future they envision.


The bridge of the song reflects on the power of their love and the choices they make. They choose each other every day, despite feeling broken at times, knowing that their scars only make them stronger and more resilient. They hope that their love will be a lasting one, where nothing remains unspoken and each day is filled with hope.


Overall, "99 Years" is a beautiful and hopeful song that celebrates the enduring power of love and the commitment to face life's challenges together.


Line by Line Meaning

Boy meets girl and the world stops turning
When two people fall in love, it feels as though everything else in the world fades away and becomes insignificant.


She makes him forget all the rules he was learning
The presence of the girl in his life brings so much joy that he forgets about all the rules and restrictions he used to follow.


They give a toast to the ones who never stop hoping
They raise a glass in honor of those who always maintain hope, despite the challenges and uncertainties of life.


There's not much to lean on and eyes wide open
In a world with few certainties, they approach their relationship with open eyes and a willingness to face whatever comes their way.


And they look up high and wonder what the future's gonna hold
They gaze toward the future with curiosity and anticipation, wondering what lies ahead for them.


Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life
They ponder whether, after 99 years, they will reflect on a life filled with joy, happiness, and cherished moments.


Where we laughed till we cried and our love was stronger with every fight
Throughout their journey, they shared laughter, even in tears, and their love grew stronger with each challenge they faced.


There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
They anticipate numerous instances where one of them will proudly say, "I told you so," having believed in each other's abilities.


And a million more for us to say "I love you"
They anticipate countless occasions where they will express their love for one another, reaffirming their deep affection.


So let's look forward to you and I looking back
They eagerly await the future where they both can reflect on their shared experiences and milestones, appreciating the memories they will create together.


At 99 years like that
Their hope is to reach the milestone of living together for 99 years, fully embracing the love and happiness they have built.


They build a house of love in the face of worry
Despite worries and uncertainties, they construct a strong and stable foundation for their love, ensuring its durability.


But life has a way of rewriting the story
However, life often takes unexpected turns that can reshape their journey and alter the course of their love story.


There were times when it looked like nothing could save them
In challenging moments, it seemed as though nothing could help or rescue their relationship from potential downfall.


There were times when it looked like nothing could break them
During tough times, they remained resilient and unshakable, demonstrating the strength of their bond.


They keep promising each other what the future's gonna hold
They continue to make promises to each other about the potential and possibilities that the future holds for their relationship.


Of nothing unspoken
They vow to always communicate openly, leaving no thoughts or feelings unexpressed between them.


With every day hoping
Every day, they maintain hope and optimism, trusting that their love will continue to grow and flourish.


That when we feel broken
In moments of emotional pain and vulnerability, they believe that their love will serve as a source of healing and strength.


Our scars make us golden
They find beauty and value in the scars and wounds they have endured together, recognizing the lessons learned and the growth they have achieved.


Is to choose, choose you and I
Ultimately, they understand that true love is a conscious choice they make every day, fully committing to each other.


At 99 years like that
Their aspiration remains the same: to reach the milestone of spending 99 years together, filled with love, happiness, and shared memories.


Oh, at 99 years like that
They express their desire for a long-lasting and fulfilling relationship, reminiscent of what they envision 99 years to be like.


At 99 years like that
Their hope remains steadfast, longing for a future where they can reminisce about a life well-lived together.




Lyrics © CTM Outlander Music LC, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, CTM Publishing
Written by: Bernie Herms, Josh Groban, Tobias Gad

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Lyrics:
Boy meets girl and the world stops turning
She makes him forget all the rules he was learning
They give a toast to the ones who never stop hoping
With not much to lean on and eyes wide open
And they look up high and wonder what the future's gonna hold

Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life?
Where we laughed till we cried and
our love grew stronger with every fight
There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
And a million more for us to say "I love you"
So let's look forward to you and I looking back
At 99 years like that, at 99 years like that

They build a house of love in the face of worry
But life has a way of rewriting the story
There were times when it looked like nothing could save them
And there were times when it looked like nothing could break them
They keep promising each other what the future's gonna hold

Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life?
Where we laughed and we cried and
our love grew stronger with every fight
There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
And a million more for us to say "I love you"
So let's look forward to you and I looking back
To 99 years

Of nothing unspoken
Live every day hoping
That when we feel broken
Our scars make us golden
Still choose you and I

Will we look back down on 99 years of a wonderful life?
Where we laughed till we cried and
our love was stronger with every fight
There'll be a thousand moments for you to say "I told you"
And a million more for us to say "I love you"
So let's look forward to you and I looking back
At 99 years like that
Oh, at 99 years like that
At 99 years like that



All comments from YouTube:

Charles Morland

The duet is excellent their voices compliment each other could not be better.

Susana Kessler

Josh, un gran saludo saludo desde Argentina. Admiro tu talento! 🤩

joshgroban1292 @ gmail com

Thank you for the love & support towards me on my page. I can’t meet with all of my fans but i make out time to chat with few write me with the email address above to stand a chance for a live meet & greet video call💕💕

D. B.

This is so beautiful!! It is so refreshing to hear a song celebrating the sanctity of marriage. We need that in this day and age. Josh Groban is such an amazing artist and I have the highest respect for him for honoring and celebrating his parents with this song. He is a class act!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

joshgroban1292 @ gmail com

Thank you for the love & support towards me on my page. I can’t meet with all of my fans but i make out time to chat with few write me with the email address above to stand a chance for a live meet & greet video call💕

Da Niel

Cudownie ...uwielbiam ten Song...brawo❤️♥️♥️

Dorothy Coyne

One of my favorite songs. Especially meaningful because he wrote this song thinking of his parents who had celebrated 50 years of marriage. What a fine son. I also like Jennifer Nettels singing with him.

grace duco

What's the title of the song

tammy Erickson

Beautifully done!!!

Roger Bennett

UUID’sb

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