At The End Of The Day
Les Misérables: International Cast Lyrics

At the end of the day you're another day older
After a day passes, you realize that you have aged and time continues to move forward.

And that's all you can say for the life of the poor
The poor have very little to show for their lives and struggle to make ends meet.

It's a struggle, it's a war
The life of the poor is a constant battle and fight for survival.

And there's nothing that anyone's giving
No one is willing to help or provide support to those in need.

One more day, standing about, what is it for?
Spending another day without purpose or direction, questioning its significance.

One day less to be living.
With each passing day, life becomes shorter and there is less time to enjoy and experience it.

At the end of the day you're another day colder
As time goes by, you become colder and more distant from warmth and comfort.

And the shirt on your back doesn't keep out the chill
Even the basic necessities like clothing are not enough to protect you from the harshness of life.

And the righteous hurry past
The self-righteous individuals ignore or avoid the suffering of others.

They don't hear the little ones crying
The cries of the innocent and helpless go unnoticed and unheard by those who should be compassionate.

And the winter is coming on fast, ready to kill
The approaching winter brings even more danger and potential death to the less fortunate.

One day nearer to dying!
Each passing day brings one step closer to the inevitability of death.

At the end of the day there's another day dawning
Despite the hardships, a new day arrives, offering a glimmer of hope and the chance for a fresh start.

And the sun in the morning is waiting to rise
The morning brings the promise of a brighter future and the opportunity for positive change.

Like the waves crash on the sand
Similar to the relentless crashing of waves, challenges and obstacles continuously appear in life.

Like a storm that'll break any second
A looming storm symbolizes the unpredictability and imminent turmoil that can happen at any moment.

There's a hunger in the land
There is a widespread hunger for justice and fairness in society.

There's a reckoning still to be reckoned
There are unresolved issues and consequences that must be faced and addressed.

And there's gonna be hell to pay
The consequences and repercussions will be severe and painful for those responsible.

At the end of the day you get nothing for nothing
In life, you receive nothing without putting in effort or making sacrifices.

Sitting flat on your bum doesn't buy any bread
Being idle and lazy will not provide you with the means to sustain yourself.

There are children back at home
There are dependent children waiting for their needs to be met at home.

And the children have got to be fed
It is crucial to provide food for the children's well-being and survival.

And you're lucky to be in a job
Having employment is seen as fortunate in a society with limited opportunities.

And in a bed!
Having a place to sleep and rest is a privilege not granted to everyone.

And we're counting our blessings!
Despite the hardships, it's important to appreciate the things we still have and be grateful.

Have you seen how the foreman is fuming today?
The foreman is visibly angry and frustrated.

With his terrible breath and his wandering hands?
The foreman has unpleasant breath and behaves inappropriately towards others.

It's because little Fantine won't give him his way
The foreman's anger is directed towards Fantine because she refuses to submit to his advances.

Take a look at his trousers, you'll see where he stands!
By observing the foreman's trousers, it becomes clear that he has ulterior motives and desires.

And the boss, he never knows
The boss remains oblivious and unaware of the foreman's behavior.

That the foreman is always on heat
The foreman continuously seeks out opportunities for sexual encounters.

If Fantine doesn't look out, watch how she goes
Unless Fantine is cautious and vigilant, she may find herself in a vulnerable and compromising situation.

She'll be out on the street!
Fantine might end up homeless and destitute if she doesn't protect herself.

At the end of the day it's another day over
Once again, a day has come to an end and passed.

With enough in your pocket to last for a week
Having some money in your pocket provides temporary relief and sustenance for a short period.

Pay the landlord, pay the shop
The money is immediately consumed by paying off debts and purchasing basic necessities.

Keep on working as long as you're able
It is necessary to continue working for as long as one is physically capable.

Keep on working till you drop
One must persist in their labor until physical exhaustion or collapse.

Or it's back to the crumbs on the table
Failure to sustain oneself financially would lead to a return to a state of poverty and deprivation.

You've got to pay your way
To survive and function in society, one must fulfill their financial obligations.

Now what have we here, little innocent sister?
Referring to Fantine, questioning her innocence and implying hidden secrets.

Come on Fantine, let's have all the news!
Encouraging Fantine to reveal her personal information and situation.

"Dear Fantine you must send us more money...
A letter requesting additional financial support from Fantine is being discussed.

Cosette needs a doctor, there's no time to lose!"
Fantine's daughter, Cosette, requires urgent medical attention, emphasizing the urgency of her situation.

Give that letter to me; it is none of your business
Someone else wants to take possession of the letter, asserting that it does not concern the person speaking.

With a husband at home and a bit on the side
Implying that Fantine is involved in extramarital affairs and her husband is unaware.

Is there anyone here who can swear before God
Challenging anyone present to provide evidence or testify truthfully in the name of God.

She has nothing to fear, she has nothing to hide?
Questioning if Fantine is truly innocent and has no secrets to conceal.

What is this fighting all about?
Questioning the reason behind the conflict and arguing taking place.

Will someone tear these two apart?
Asking if anyone will intervene and separate the individuals involved in the dispute.

This is a factory, not a circus!
Reminding everyone that they are in a workplace, not an entertaining spectacle.

Now come on ladies, settle down
Urge the women to calm down and restore order in the situation.

I am the Mayor of this town
Asserting authority and position as the town's mayor.

I run a business of repute
Highlighting the good reputation and standing of the business being managed.

I look to you to sort this out
Expecting the employees to find a resolution and resolve the conflict themselves.

And be as patient as you can
Urging everyone to maintain composure and exercise patience.

Now someone say how this began!
Requesting an explanation for the origin and cause of the ongoing dispute.

At the end of the day she's the one who began it
Pointing out that Fantine is responsible for initiating the conflict.

There's a kid that she's hiding in some little town
Fantine is keeping a child hidden away in a small town, concealed from others.

There's a man she has to pay
Implying that Fantine engages in transactions involving men to support herself and her child.

You can guess how she picks up the extra
Hinting at the questionable methods employed by Fantine to earn additional money.

You can bet she's earning her keep sleeping around
Insinuating that Fantine is involved in promiscuous activities to financially sustain herself.

And the boss wouldn't like it!
Indicating that the boss would disapprove of Fantine's behavior if they were aware.

Yes it's true there's a child, and the child is my daughter
Confirming the existence of Fantine's daughter and her parental relationship to her.

And her father abandoned us leaving us flat
Revealing that Cosette's father deserted them, causing financial instability.

Now she lives with an innkeeper man and his wife
Describing Cosette's living situation, residing with an innkeeper and his spouse.

And I pay for the child, what's the matter with that?
Justifying the financial support provided to Cosette and questioning others' objections.

At the end of the day she'll be nothing but trouble
Fantine is seen as a source of problems and complications.

And there's trouble for all when there's trouble for one
When one person encounters difficulties, it affects everyone around them as well.

While we're earning our daily bread
As the others work to sustain themselves and earn a living,

She's the one with her hands in the butter
Fantine seems to benefit more and profit from her situation compared to the rest.

You must send the slut away
The suggestion is made to remove Fantine from their midst, using derogatory language.

Or we're all gonna end in the gutter
Warning that if Fantine remains, everyone's fate will be filled with destitution and despair.

It's us who'll have to pay
The collective burden of the group will be the price to pay for Fantine's presence.

I might have known the bitch could bite
Recognizing Fantine's potential to react fiercely and defensively.

I might have known the cat had claws
Acknowledging Fantine's ability to defend herself and retaliate.

I might have guessed your little secret!
Realizing and discovering Fantine's hidden secret and personal information.

Ah, yes, the virtuous Fantine!
Sarcastically remarking on Fantine's supposed virtue and righteousness.

Who keeps herself so pure and clean
Highlighting the irony of Fantine's perceived purity and cleanliness.

You'd be the cause I had no doubt
Blaming Fantine as the catalyst for the ongoing conflict and troubles.

Of any trouble hereabout
Attributing any prevailing issues and disturbances to Fantine's actions.

You play a virgin in the light
Fantine presents herself as chaste and innocent to others when observed publicly.

But need no urgin' in the night
However, she engages in illicit activities and doesn't require persuasion behind closed doors.

She's been laughing at you
Fantine has been mocking and ridiculing those who judge and criticize her.

While she's having her men
Simultaneously, Fantine is entertaining and engaging with multiple men.

She'll be nothing but trouble again and again
Fantine's presence will continue to bring chaos and difficulties repeatedly.

You must sack her today, sack the girl today!
The demand is made to dismiss or fire Fantine immediately, using derogatory language.

Right my girl! On your way!
An order is given to Fantine, instructing her to leave immediately and without delay.