Next Time It's 3 a.M.
Nate Kenyon Lyrics
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I'm just sayin'
You're gonna wish I didn't pick up at all
I almost left it ringin'
I was gonna let you squall at the tone
But then I got to thinkin'
There's a few more things you should know, girl
Like for instance
Next time it's 3 AM and
You've got Tequila blues
You're wishin' I was him
Remember I'm glad she ain't you
These calls just waste my minutes
Don't even dial my digits
Me and you are finished, babe
That bed you made keep sleepin' in it
What'd you really think I'd say if we talked
Come on now be honest
No wait, I almost forgot
You ain't familiar with the process
If conversation's what you want well darlin' now you've got it
So before it's time for hanging up I'm making sure you got that
Next time it's 3 AM and
You've got Tequila blues
You're wishin' I was him
Remember I'm glad she ain't you
These calls just waste my minutes
Don't even dial my digits
Me and you are finished, babe
That bed you made keep sleepin' in it
I think she's starting to wake up
So before she does, just know that
Next time it's 3 AM and
You've got Tequila blues
You're wishin' I was him
Just give up that wish won't come true
These calls just waste my minutes
Don't even dial my digits
Me and you are finished, babe
That bed you made keep sleepin' in it
That bed you made keep sleepin' in it
Yeah
How'd you really think this phone call would go
I'm just saying
The song "Next Time It's 3 a.M." by Nate Kenyon speaks about a phone call from a former lover who is struggling with the aftermath of a breakup. The song begins by describing how the singer almost ignored the call, but ultimately chooses to pick up. He then proceeds to tell the caller that in the future, when she is feeling down and drunk, she should remember that he is glad to be rid of her. He also tells her that he has moved on and any further calls from her will be a waste of his time.
The lyrics of this song deliver a powerful message about moving on and accepting the consequences of one's actions. The singer's refusal to engage in a conversation with his ex-lover and his determination to move forward with his life shows his strength of character and his unwillingness to dwell on the past. The lyrics also highlight the importance of self-respect and the importance of recognizing when it's time to let go.
Overall, "Next Time It's 3 a.M." is a relatable song that conveys a clear message about the consequences of one's actions and the importance of moving on. The lyrics are delivered in a straightforward manner with a touch of country charm that makes the song even more enjoyable to listen to.
Line by Line Meaning
How'd your really think this phone call would go
Did you honestly expect this phone call to have a good ending?
I'm just sayin'
I'm just telling it like it is.
You're gonna wish I didn't pick up at all
You will regret calling me.
I almost left it ringin'
I was close to not even answering your call.
I was gonna let you squall at the tone
I was going to let you talk to my voicemail message.
But then I got to thinkin'
But then I started to consider what I wanted to say.
There's a few more things you should know, girl
There are some things that you need to be aware of.
Next time it's 3 AM and...
When you are feeling lonely and drunk next time...
You've got Tequila blues
You are under the influence of Tequila.
You're wishin' I was him
You are wishing that I was someone else.
Remember I'm glad she ain't you
I am glad that I am not with you anymore.
These calls just waste my minutes
These calls are just a waste of my time.
Don't even dial my digits
Don't even bother calling me.
Me and you are finished, babe
Our relationship is over, dear.
That bed you made keep sleepin' in it
You should face the consequences of your actions and sleep in the bed you made.
What'd you really think I'd say if we talked
What did you honestly expect me to say if we had a conversation?
Come on now be honest
Let's be real with each other.
No wait, I almost forgot
Oh, I almost forgot something important.
You ain't familiar with the process
You don't seem to understand how things work.
If conversation's what you want well darlin' now you've got it
If you were hoping to have a conversation with me, well, now you're getting it.
So before it's time for hanging up I'm making sure you got that
Before we end this call, I want to make sure you understand where we stand.
Just give up that wish won't come true
You should give up on your wish for me to be with you again, it won't come true.
I think she's starting to wake up
I think my girlfriend is beginning to wake up and I need to end this call.
That bed you made keep sleepin' in it
You should face the consequences of your actions and sleep in the bed you made.
Yeah
Just an exclamation showing finality and certainty.
Contributed by Mia W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JohnnyMac1993
Wish this great song was longer
@mavejohnston7160
Omg I love this!! Come to Knoxville Tennessee!! Your voice has changed and has become so much more mature!
@monicabiggs1303
I never heard this song till someone told me about it and now I am in love with it awesome song
@marissa_pranks.9195
Same
@justinarmstrong376
You are the man love all your songs, especially with the lac's
@toddbackes8316
Great song added to my play list
@grizzberry3350
who else is still here in 2019
@aprilkicinski2132
I love this song š„°š„°š„°
@tiffanyyoung5187
I love this song
@melissadlescalleet4391
Love this song so much