Nathan … Read Full Bio ↴Nathan Carter (born 28 May 1990) is an Irish country singer.
Nathan was born in Liverpool to parents from Northern Ireland. He began playing the accordion at age 4 and at age 10, he won the title for All Ireland Title for Traditional Singing. At 18 he moved from Liverpool to live in Ireland.
His debut album, Starting Out, was released in 2007 and from then on he has been known for reviving the genre of Country and Irish in both the United Kingdom and Ireland. Nathan released his latest album Where I Wanna Be in August 2013. His cover of the single "Wagon Wheel" has topped the main Irish Singles Chart.
PRECIOUS TIME
Nathan Carter Lyrics
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But you're only king for a day
It doesn't matter to which God you pray
Precious time is slipping away
It doesn't matter what route you take
Sooner or later the hearts going to break
No rhyme or reason, no master plan
Because, precious time is slipping away
You know you're only king for a day
It doesn't matter to which God you pray
Precious time is slipping away
Say que sera, whatever will be
But then I keep on searching for immortality
She's so beautiful but she's going to die some day
Everything in life just passes away
But, precious time is slipping away
You know she's only queen for a day
It doesn't matter to which God you pray
Precious time is slipping away
Well this world is cruel with its twists and its turns
But the fire's still in me and the passion it burns
I love her madly 'til the day I die
'Til hell freezes over and the rivers run dry
Precious time is slipping away
You know she's only queen for a day
It doesn't matter to which God you pray because
Precious time is slipping away
Precious time is slipping away
You know you're only king for a day
It doesn't matter to which God you pray
Precious time is slipping away
Precious time is slipping away
You know you're only king for a day
It doesn't matter to which God you pray because
Precious time is slipping away
Nathan Carter's "Precious Time" is a reflective song about the fleeting nature of time and how we all have just a limited time on this earth, regardless of our status or beliefs. The song's first verse highlights how time slips away quickly, and the second verse emphasizes that all people will face heartbreak eventually, and there is no master plan or promised land that will prevent this. The chorus repeats the idea that no matter who we are, we are just king or queen for a day, and time is slipping away, regardless of whether we believe in a God or not.
The bridge of the song brings up the idea of accepting fate and saying "que sera" (whatever will be), but simultaneously searching for immortality. The third verse then focuses on love and the passion that still burns but acknowledges that everything in life ultimately passes away. The final chorus repeats the message that regardless of our beliefs or status, time is slipping away for all of us.
Line by Line Meaning
Precious time is slipping away
Time is an invaluable resource that we must ensure we use wisely.
But you're only king for a day
Our power and influence are temporary and fleeting.
It doesn't matter to which God you pray
Regardless of someone's religious beliefs, we are all bound by the same limitations of time and mortality.
It doesn't matter what route you take
No matter what we do or how we try to live our lives, we are all susceptible to heartbreak and disappointment.
No rhyme or reason, no master plan
We may not always understand or have control over the events that occur in our lives or in the world around us.
No Nirvana, no promised land
There is no ultimate, perfect state or destination that we can reach in life.
Say que sera, whatever will be
While we may try to accept the unpredictable nature of life, many of us still seek a sense of immortality or permanence.
She's so beautiful but she's going to die some day
Even things that we find beautiful and wonderful are temporary and will eventually end.
Everything in life just passes away
No matter how much we love or care for something, nothing in life is permanent.
Well this world is cruel with its twists and its turns
Life can be difficult and unpredictable, but we must try to stay hopeful and passionate despite this.
But the fire's still in me and the passion it burns
We must hold onto our own inner drive and motivation, even in the face of hardship.
I love her madly 'til the day I die
The love we feel for someone is one of the few things that can last beyond our own limited lifespan.
Precious time is slipping away
Time is not a limitless resource, and we must try to make the most of the moments we have.
You know you're only king for a day
Our power and influence is temporary, and it is important to remember this when we make decisions in our lives.
It doesn't matter to which God you pray because
Regardless of what religion or beliefs someone holds, they are not immune to the limitations of time and mortality.
Contributed by Dylan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.