Some Other Time
Monica Zetterlund and Bill Evans Trio Lyrics


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Where has the time all gone to
Haven't done half the things we want to
Oh well, we'll catch up some other time

This day was just a token
Too many words are still unspoken
Oh well, we'll catch up some other time
Just when the fun is starting
Comes the time for parting
Let's just be glad for what we had
And what's to come

There's some much more embracing




Still to be done but time is racing
Oh well, we'll catch up some other time

Overall Meaning

The song "Some Other Time" by Monica Zetterlund and Bill Evans Trio is a melancholic and wistful track that highlights the fleeting nature of time and how it impacts relationships. The song's meaning is relatively straightforward, with the singer lamenting that they have not yet had the chance to do all the things they wanted to do with someone, but they reassure themselves that they will catch up "some other time." Throughout the song, the singer is regretful but also hopeful that there is still time to make things right.


The first verse is about how time seems to have flown by, and the singer and their companion have not been able to do everything they wanted to do. The second verse is more reflective, with the singer acknowledging that they have left things unsaid between them, but they hope to address those things in the future. The chorus is perhaps the most poignant part of the song, with the singer admitting that they always seem to part just as things are getting good, but they remain optimistic about the future. In the final verse, the singer acknowledges that there is still so much more to experience, but time is limited, and they conclude with the reassurance that they will catch up at a later time.


Overall, the song's message is relatable, as everyone has experienced the disappointment of not being able to do all the things they planned or not having enough time with loved ones. At the same time, the song is uplifting, as it highlights the importance of making the most of the time we have and being optimistic about the future.


Line by Line Meaning

Where has the time all gone to
Expressing wonderment at how time passes by so quickly


Haven't done half the things we want to
Regret at not having accomplished everything desired


Oh well, we'll catch up some other time
Optimism that there will be another opportunity to do so


This day was just a token
Acknowledging the brevity of the moment


Too many words are still unspoken
Regret at not having expressed everything one wanted to say


Oh well, we'll catch up some other time
Optimism that there will be another opportunity to express oneself


Just when the fun is starting
Acknowledging when things get enjoyable


Comes the time for parting
Accepting the inevitability of separation


Let's just be glad for what we had
Expressing gratitude for what was experienced


And what's to come
Anticipation for the future


There's some much more embracing
There is still a lot of time to enjoy and embrace


Still to be done but time is racing
Realizing there is still more to accomplish, but time passes quickly


Oh well, we'll catch up some other time
Optimism that there will be another opportunity to accomplish more




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Comments from YouTube:

Chauncy Washington

Brilliant....timeless....can't get enough of this ....Americans sometime forget about all the incredible great performers that were on the other side of the big pond. Monica and Bill thanks for how you touched us with your sensitivity. Rest in peace.

Bruno Larcher

Brilliant ... Beautiful ...

Jorge Martinez

He escuchado muchas versiones de esta canción y ésta sigue siendo mi favorita. 

Emma Elliott

She was so unafraid in the way she sang. Sublime.

Bernard Victor

A beautiful song beautifully plaid and sung.

Amanda

Timeless. Thank you Monika.

Noe Berengena

When I hear this atmospheric ballad I visualize the cover art for Bill Evans' "On Green Dolphin Street."

dubettoni

Beautiful !

Alfredo Echevarrieta

Belleza diamantina. Gracias.

ghairraigh

Oh my Lord, Chip Stern - Why have I been ignoring Monica for SO MANY years? She is a true poet, a singing actor of the first rank, and I am one very embarrassed son of a bitch. This is wonderful, especially the languor in her delivery of the last line.
Best Regards, Malcolm MacDonald.

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