Diamond is from Washington state and grew up in a small town outside of Seattle called Maple Valley. He blames the rain for his style of writing. Through all of the music he writes, Mark hopes to help those similar to him, giving them a moment to quiet their busy minds, even if its just for a moment.
Yesterdays
Mark Diamond Lyrics
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But I searched for clever words
and they never came
So please don't look at me that way
Like we're tied to the tracks
And the train is on its way
So don't you worry
When the lights burn out
Maybe then we'll see things clear
I know where we're going
Our separate ways
And I'd freeze this moment
To keep us the same
If somehow I find us
A better way
Would you come live with me
In our yesterdays
Come live with me in our yesterdays
I know there's something I should do
But I can't think straight
When my thoughts lead back to you
Were we happiest in the days we left behind
When love was a fight
And time was never on our side
So don't you worry
I'll right here
When the lights burn out
Maybe then we'll see things clear
I know where we're going
Our separate ways
And I'd freeze this moment
To keep us the same
If somehow I find us
A better way
Would you come live with me
In our yesterdays
Come live with me in our yesterdays
Come live with me in our yesterdays
Come live with me in our yesterdays
In Mark Diamond's song "Yesterdays," the lyrics express a sense of regret, longing, and uncertainty in a relationship. The singer acknowledges that there is something important they should say, but they struggle to find the right words. This reflects the difficulty they are facing in expressing their true feelings and concerns to their partner.
The line "Like we're tied to the tracks And the train is on its way" paints a vivid picture of a relationship at a crucial crossroad, where it feels like there is impending danger or potential for loss. The singer pleads with their partner not to judge them for their struggles in articulating their emotions.
The chorus brings a sense of reassurance, promising that the singer will be there for their partner even in the darkest moments. The reference to the lights burning out suggests a metaphorical loss of clarity or direction, but the singer remains steadfast in their commitment to their partner. It is in these moments of darkness that they hope to find a clearer understanding of their relationship.
The second verse explores the idea of nostalgia and reminiscing about the past. The singer mentions their difficulty in thinking clearly when their thoughts always lead back to their partner. They question whether their happiest days were actually in the past, when love was a constant battle and time always seemed against them. This hint of nostalgia suggests a longing for a simpler, more passionate time in their relationship.
Despite the acknowledgement of separate paths and potential for change, the singer yearns to freeze a moment to preserve the relationship as it currently stands. They express the desire to find a better way, a way that could potentially bring them back to the happiness they experienced before. The ultimate plea to their partner is to come and live with them in their "yesterdays," suggesting a desire to recapture the love and joy of their past.
In summary, "Yesterdays" delves into the complexities of a relationship at a crossroad, where the singer struggles to express their feelings and fears. It explores the nostalgia for happier times while acknowledging the potential for change and the need to find a better way forward. The lyrics encompass themes of regret, longing, and a desire to recapture the love experienced in the past.
Line by Line Meaning
I know there's something I should say
I am aware that there is an important message I should convey
But I searched for clever words and they never came
Yet, I have tried extensively to find smart and thoughtful words, but they eluded me
So please don't look at me that way
Thus, I implore you not to gaze upon me with that particular expression
Like we're tied to the tracks and the train is on its way
As if we are bound to the rails with a train rapidly approaching
So don't you worry, I'll be here
Therefore, you need not fret, for I will remain present
When the lights burn out, maybe then we'll see things clear
As the lights eventually fade away, perhaps our vision will become clearer
I know where we're going, our separate ways
I am cognizant of our divergent paths that lie ahead
And I'd freeze this moment to keep us the same
In order to preserve our current state, I would halt time
If somehow I find us a better way
If by chance I discover an improved path for us
Would you come live with me in our yesterdays
Would you be willing to dwell with me in our past days
I know there's something I should do
I am aware of a task I should undertake
But I can't think straight when my thoughts lead back to you
However, I struggle to have clear thoughts when my mind consistently reverts to you
Were we happiest in the days we left behind
Were the days we left in the past the ones where we experienced utmost joy
When love was a fight and time was never on our side
When love was akin to a battle and time seemed to perpetually evade us
So don't you worry, I'll be right here
Thus, do not fret, for I will remain at your side
When the lights burn out, maybe then we'll see things clear
As the lights eventually fade away, perhaps our vision will become clearer
I know where we're going, our separate ways
I am well aware of the paths we are individually heading towards
And I'd freeze this moment to keep us the same
I would seize this fleeting instant to prevent any alteration in our current state
If somehow I find us a better way
If by some means I manage to discover a superior path for us
Would you come live with me in our yesterdays
Would you be willing to reside alongside me in our previous days
Come live with me in our yesterdays
Join me in living within the memories of our past
Come live with me in our yesterdays
Come reside with me in the nostalgia of our bygone days
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Mark Hooton, Michael J Campbell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@nichollebustillo6289
This song is amazing. My new favorite 💜
@markdmnd
❤️ Thanks for making it your new favorite!
@niikunjcondaniya3624
Proving everytime that you're really the rarest and most valuable diamond bro... Keep growing keep making us belive that GOOD SOULFUL MUSIC IS STILL ALIVE
@markdmnd
Thank you for the kind words!
@katemaurer7711
new favorite, you killed it mark!! <3 so much nostalgia x
@markdmnd
Thanks Katie ❤️❤️
@CandiceKandyE21hotmailcouk
BEAUTIFUL 💜
@markdmnd
Thank you for listening ❤️
@jungwoniee9765
This is so beautifully made ୧✦୨