Summer Moved On
Martin Ermen Lyrics


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Summer Moved On
And The Way It Goes
You Can′t Tag Along
Honey Moved Out
And The Way It Went
Leaves No Doubt
Moments Will Pass
In The Morning Light
I Found Out
Seasons Can't Last
And There′s Just One Thing




Left To Ask
Stay, Don't Just W

Overall Meaning

The song "Summer Moved On" by Martin Ermen is a poignant reflection on the transience of life and the inevitability of change. The lyrics describe the passing of time and the way it can leave people behind, unable to keep up with the shifting tides of fate. The metaphor of summer moving on is used to illustrate this idea; just as summer eventually gives way to autumn, so too must people accept that life is constantly changing and that they cannot hold on to the past forever.


The chorus emphasizes the sense of loss and uncertainty that comes with change. The singer pleads with someone to stay, to not be left behind as the world moves on without them. The line "seasons can't last" suggests that even the things we love most will eventually come to an end, and that we must learn to let go and move on ourselves.


Overall, "Summer Moved On" is a moving reminder of the impermanence of life and the importance of cherishing each moment while we can. It speaks to the universal experience of loss and change, and offers a simple yet powerful plea to hold on tight to the things we value most.


Line by Line Meaning

Summer Moved On
The season of joy and happiness has passed


And The Way It Goes
This is just how life is


You Can't Tag Along
You cannot always be a part of someone else's journey or experiences


Honey Moved Out
My loved one has left me


And The Way It Went
That's the way it happened


Leaves No Doubt
There is no question about what has occurred


Moments Will Pass
Time moves on and so do our experiences


In The Morning Light
When we look back on things with clarity


I Found Out
I have come to know the truth of the situation


Seasons Can't Last
No time of joy or of sorrow can remain forever


And There's Just One Thing
There is only one question left to be asked


Left To Ask
Should I stay or should I go?




Writer(s): Morten Harket, Magne (mags) Furuholmen, Paul Waaktaar-savoy

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