Forget Tomorrow
Mighty Oaks Lyrics
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Coulda run, coulda left this place behind
But we let our time run away
I gotta go but we both know
Oh, we know 'cause it ain't the first time
That I gotta leave you behind
No matter where I'll go, I'll hold you
Gonna hold you in my mind
And I won't let go, I'll hold you
Gonna hold you in my mind
Gonna hold you in my mind
And oh, you know I've got to go away
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
Can you hear me now, what I'm trying to say?
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
Let's forget tomorrow for a day
You tried to count down the days
Tried to count 'em down, make them go away
But they all keep rolling much the same
It's killing me that I got to go
But I gotta get back on the road
'Cause, babe, you know that I'm a rambling soul
No matter where I'll go, I'll hold you
Gonna hold you in my mind
Gonna hold you in my mind
And I won't let go, I'll hold you
Gonna hold you in my mind
Gonna hold you in my mind
And oh, you know I've got to go away
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
Can you hear me now, what I'm trying to say?
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
If we're both here
We should be both clear
On what we hold dear
If we only got today
If we're both here
We should be both clear
On what we hold dear
If we only got today
And oh, you know I've got to go away
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
Can you hear me now, what I'm trying to say?
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
Let's forget tomorrow for a day
The lyrics of "Forget Tomorrow" by Mighty Oaks express the struggle of being torn between two worlds. The singer acknowledges that they could have done more with their time and could have made the choice to leave their current place behind. However, they let time slip away, and now they have to go. It's not the first time they have had to leave someone behind, indicating a pattern of transience in their life.
Despite this physical separation, the singer promises to hold the person they're leaving in their mind. They don't want to let go of this connection, even though they have to be apart. The idea of "holding someone in their mind" suggests that the memories and the love they share will remain strong, even when they are physically distant.
The chorus calls for a temporary escape from the uncertainty of the future. The singer suggests forgetting about tomorrow, even if just for a day. It's a plea to focus on the present moment, to embrace the time they have together, and not worry about what lies ahead. The repetition of this chorus emphasizes the desire for a respite from the constant goodbyes and uncertainties.
Overall, "Forget Tomorrow" portrays the conflicting emotions that arise when relationships are tested by distance and the need for personal growth. It captures the bittersweet feeling of having to leave loved ones behind, while still holding onto the hope that the connection will survive.
Line by Line Meaning
We coulda done more with our time
We had the potential to accomplish more with the time we had
Coulda run, coulda left this place behind
We had the option to escape from this place and start fresh
But we let our time run away
Unfortunately, we allowed our time to slip away without taking action
I gotta go but we both know
I have to leave, and this fact is clear to both of us
Oh, we know 'cause it ain't the first time
We are aware of this situation because it has happened before
That I gotta leave you behind
I have to leave you behind, separating from you
No matter where I'll go, I'll hold you
Regardless of my destination, I will keep you in my thoughts and memories
Gonna hold you in my mind
I will remember and cherish you in my thoughts
And I won't let go, I'll hold you
I will not release my hold on you emotionally
And oh, you know I've got to go away
You are aware that I have to depart
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
For just one day, let's ignore the thoughts of the future
Can you hear me now, what I'm trying to say?
Do you understand my message right now?
You tried to count down the days
You attempted to keep track of the passing days
Tried to count 'em down, make them go away
You tried to mentally reduce and disregard those days
But they all keep rolling much the same
Nevertheless, the days continue to pass without change
It's killing me that I got to go
It saddens me greatly that I have to leave
But I gotta get back on the road
However, I must return to my nomadic lifestyle
'Cause, babe, you know that I'm a rambling soul
Because, my dear, you know that I have a nature of wandering and traveling
If we're both here
If both of us are present in this moment
We should be both clear
We should have a clear understanding
On what we hold dear
Regarding the things that are important to us
If we only got today
Considering the fact that we only have today
And oh, you know I've got to go away
You already know that I have to leave
Let's forget tomorrow just for a day
For one day, let's disregard thoughts of the future
Let's forget tomorrow for a day
Let's ignore the concept of tomorrow for a single day
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Claudio Donzelli, Craig Saunders, Ian Hooper, Nikolai Potthoff
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mika Hess
This song reminds me of a girl I loved, we went to the concert of mighty oaks and I’ll never forget it. I still get the chills hearing this song. I really loved her
Bavarian Brushnerd
Most underrated band of the last decades! I love your songs!!
Simple Kingdom
Still don't know how some people don't get the renoknown they deserve keep up the good work guys <3
Wes & Trina
This is one of the best songs ever!! 🔥🔥 this song is always playing in the back of my mind. So beautifully written.
Filipe Alves
Such a great song (and band)! Cheers from Brazil!
Chris Noble
I actually prefer this live version to the released single. Mighty Oaks always sound better live.
Seth Thomson
Seeing them live, I can absolutely agree
YouTube FanMan
This version is the best. So good
Mateus David Caetano
Incrível , uma das bandas mais importantes nos últimos anos da minha vida .
Pergaman
Man the songs you guys make keep touching my feels everytime ! Hope to find the chords soon so I can play this one aswell !