Last Time
Paradise Lyrics


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It's a struggle with a failures frown
And it crashes in front of me
I see the clouds divide
Will you stay or try to leave

The time you're looking at through the door
And think to walk right through
I want to ignore
I only wish that it passes soon

Hearts beating...

I raise a sunken smile
As I serve only the ones who served
What can I achieve
As you steal the air I breathe

A cruel misfortune
Forbidding is to see
When stories may collide
It's a sad state of mind

Hearts beating...

Hearts beating for the last time
Hearts beating it is a state of mind





Hearts beating for the last time
The peace you cannot find

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Paradise Lost's song "The Last Time" portray a struggle with the weight of failures and the difficult decision of whether to stay or leave. The opening lines describe this struggle with "a failures frown" crashing down in front of the singer, causing them to see the divide in the clouds; perhaps symbolizing the clear and uncertain paths ahead. The singer then directly addresses someone, asking whether they will stay or leave during this difficult time.


The second verse presents a sense of hopelessness and resignation, as the singer describes raising a "sunken smile" as they continue to serve those who have served them. They question what they can achieve, especially when the one they care about is stealing the air they breathe. The third and final verse is particularly bleak, detailing the cruel misfortune of being unable to see a way forward when stories collide, leaving the singer in a "sad state of mind."


The repeated refrain of "hearts beating for the last time" serves as a reminder of the mortality and transience of life, and how certain moments can feel like they will be the last. The ambiguity of whether this is a physical, emotional, or philosophical statement allows the listener to interpret the line in a way that resonates with their own experiences.


Overall, "The Last Time" is a poignant and introspective song that captures the struggle of trying to navigate a difficult period, a sense of hopelessness and resignation, and the recognition that sometimes, things may be lost for good.


Line by Line Meaning

It's a struggle with a failures frown
I am having a hard time dealing with disappointment


And it crashes in front of me
And it feels like everything is falling apart


I see the clouds divide
I see a glimmer of hope


Will you stay or try to leave
I am uncertain about your commitment


The time you're looking at through the door
You are contemplating leaving


And think to walk right through
And you are seriously considering it


I want to ignore
I want to pretend it's not happening


I only wish that it passes soon
I hope this difficult time ends soon


Hearts beating...
The emotions are intense and palpable


I raise a sunken smile
I am trying to appear happy despite feeling low


As I serve only the ones who served
I prioritize those who have helped me


What can I achieve
I am questioning my abilities and potential


As you steal the air I breathe
You are causing me great distress


A cruel misfortune
An unfortunate and painful situation


Forbidding is to see
It's hard to witness and face


When stories may collide
When different perspectives and experiences clash


It's a sad state of mind
It's a difficult and unhappy mental state


Hearts beating...
The emotions are still strong


Hearts beating for the last time
The intense emotions may not be sustainable


Hearts beating it is a state of mind
The emotions are a reflection of one's mental state


Hearts beating for the last time
The emotions are at a breaking point


The peace you cannot find
The turmoil is preventing you from finding peace




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GREGORY JOHN MACKINTOSH, NICHOLAS JOHN HOLMES

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@leandrogomes2831

The Last Time - LYRICS

It's a struggle with a failures frown
And it crashes in front of me
I see the clouds divide
Will you stay or try to leave
The time you're looking at through the door
And think to walk right through
I want to ignore
I only wish that it passes soon

Hearts beating...

I raise a sunken smile
As I serve only the ones who served
What can I achieve
As you steal the air I breathe
A cruel misfortune
Forbidding is to see
When stories may collide
It's a sad state of mind

Hearts beating...

Hearts beating for the last time
Hearts beating it is a state of mind
Hearts beating for the last time
The peace you cannot find



@AgiosDiavolos

It's a struggle with a failures frown
And it crashes in front of me
I see the clouds divide
Will you stay or try to leave

The time you're looking at the door
And you're thinking to walk right through
I want to ignore
I only wish that it passes soon

Hearts beating...

I raise a sunken smile
As I serve the ones who served
What can I achieve
As you steal the air I breathe

It's a cruel misfortune
Forbidding us to see
When stories may collide
It's a sad state of mind

Hearts beating...

Hearts beating for the last time
Hearts beating it is a state of mind
Hearts beating for the last time
The peace you cannot find



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@arvanitis83

The most consistent metal band in the history of multiverse. It doesn't matter how much back or forth you will travel through their discography, their musical output is outstanding and bearing the same amount of artfulness.The biggest "names" in metal hardly can match them...

@daraboy1973

Your not wrong there !

@matthewanderson4599

Sabbath would give them a run for there money

@arvanitis83

@Matthew Anderson It is always hard to compete your creator 😎

@matthewanderson4599

@Jon Markopoulos true true

@luispinheirodosmontes7219

Yep!

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@Opadei

One of my favourite songs from childhood. It took a long time when I finally realized, that they're not singing "Hard Speeding". :D

@gregorybrognezpetersen

Hearts beating 🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣

@Torboah

I thought it was "top speeding" for a long time...😂

@NiteJerk

MOM'S BLEEDING!

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