Don't Tell Me
Jr. Jr. Lyrics
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We may never pass this way again
Just let me enjoy 'till its over
Or forever
Please don't tell me how the story ends
See the way our shadows come together
Softer than your fingers on my skin
That we'll remember
Of each other
Please don't tell me how the story ends
Never's just the echo of forever
Lonesome as the love that might have been
Just let me go on loving and believing
'Till it's over
Please don't tell me how the story ends
Please don't tell me how the story ends
The lyrics of Jr. Jr.'s song, Don't Tell Me, are a reflection on the transience of life and relationships. The song is a plea to let the moment be, to not worry about what the future holds, and to simply enjoy the present. The opening line "This could be our last goodnight together" sets the tone for the song, suggesting that the relationship may not survive beyond this moment. The lyrics are a mix of melancholy and hope, with the singer acknowledging that the end may come at any moment, but still wanting to savor the time they have together.
The second verse, "See the way our shadows come together," describes the physical closeness of the two people. The image of their shadows intertwining suggests a deeper emotional connection between them. The line "Softer than your fingers on my skin" heightens the intimacy and tenderness of the moment. The singer seems aware that this moment might be the only thing they have to hold onto in the future.
The final verse, "Never's just the echo of forever," is a poetic way of saying that even though the relationship may not last, the memory of it will endure. The line "Lonesome as the love that might have been" acknowledges the regret that often comes with the end of a relationship. The final plea, "Please don't tell me how the story ends," is a desperate attempt to hold onto the moment and to avoid facing the uncertainty of what comes after.
Overall, the lyrics of Don't Tell Me are a beautiful meditation on love, loss, and the fleeting nature of life. The song is a reminder to savor the present and to appreciate the moments we have with the people we love.
Line by Line Meaning
This could be our last goodnight together
We may not have another chance to spend the night together, so let's enjoy it while it lasts
We may never pass this way again
We might not have the opportunity to do this again
Just let me enjoy 'till its over
Allow me to savor this moment until it's over
Or forever
I wish this moment could last forever
Please don't tell me how the story ends
Don't spoil the moment by talking about an inevitable end
See the way our shadows come together
Notice how well we fit together
Softer than your fingers on my skin
The way we fit together is gentler than a human touch
Someday this may be all
This moment could be all we remember
That we'll remember
The only thing we could remember is this night together
Of each other
Of what we shared together
Never's just the echo of forever
The concept of never is just a distant reminder of forever
Lonesome as the love that might have been
The thought of what could have been is sad and lonely
Just let me go on loving and believing
Let me continue to love and believe in this moment
Till it's over
Until this night together is over
Please don't tell me how the story ends
Again, don't spoil the moment by talking about how it will end
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kris Kristofferson
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