not today
Neon Radiation Lyrics
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Was the first time that I ever saw a shooting star
The last time that you felt the wind run through your hair
Is the last time I knew we were living on a prayer
You will always live in my head
c love's never dead
It aint all done and said
Falling closer to ground
clways lost never found
Time to leave, but not to-day
Life is dull, when there's no play
You need the freedom to fly
Your final battle cry
But No goodbyes
No not to-day
The first time that we stole a brief forbidden kiss
It's the first time that I knew a love could be like this
The last time that you turned your back and walked away
Was the last time that my heart begged someone to stay
You will always live in my head
c love's never dead
It aint all done and said
In a free-fall spinning around
Falling closer to ground
clways lost never found
Time to leave, but not to-day
Life is dull, when there's no play
You need the freedom to fly
Your final battle cry
But No goodbyes
No not to-day
Up with the clouds I'm not alone
It's the only thing I've ever known
When the broken pieces don't quite fit
Too soon to die too late to quit
Could this have worked another way?
When we were young, but not today-ay
Time to leave, but not to-day
Life is dull, when there's no play
You need the freedom to fly
Your final battle cry
But No goodbyes
No not to-day
No goodbyes
No not to-day
No goodbyes
No not to-day
The lyrics of Neon Radiation's song "Not Today" paint a picture of a bittersweet love story filled with moments of passion and heartache. The singer reminisces about the first time they laid eyes on their love interest, comparing it to witnessing a shooting star - a rare and mesmerizing experience. This sets the tone for a relationship built on fleeting moments of beauty and wonder. However, as the song progresses, it becomes evident that the relationship is also characterized by its transience and the inevitable pain of separation.
The recurring motif of "You will always live in my head, love's never dead" speaks to the enduring impact that this love had on the singer. Despite the inevitable end of the relationship, the memories and emotions associated with it remain vivid and alive in the singer's mind. The lyrics emphasize the idea that love is a powerful force that transcends time and space, leaving an indelible mark on the heart.
The chorus of the song, with its repeated refrain of "Time to leave, but not today," suggests a reluctance to let go of the past and move forward. The singer acknowledges the need for freedom and closure but expresses a hesitation to say goodbye. There is a longing for one last moment of connection, a final chance to hold onto the love that once was. The conflicting emotions of acceptance and denial are palpable in these lines, highlighting the complexity of the singer's feelings.
The song's conclusion, with its defiant declaration of "No goodbyes, no not today," encapsulates the central theme of holding onto hope and refusing to succumb to the inevitability of endings. The singer finds solace in the memory of the love shared, acknowledging that while they may be parting ways, the bond they once shared will always remain alive within them. "Not Today" serves as a poignant reminder of the power of love to shape and transform our lives, even in the face of its eventual loss.
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