A Thousand Years
Peter Hollens & Evynne Hollens Lyrics
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Frozen I held my breath
Right from the start
I knew that I found a home
For my heart to fall
Watching you stand alone
All of my doubt suddenly
Goes away somehow
One step closer
I have died every day
Waiting for you
Darling don't be afraid
I have loved you for
A thousand years
I'll love you for
A thousand more
Time stands still
Beauty and oh, she is
Every breath, every hour
Has led to this
(Taking one step closer, I swear)
One step closer
I have died every day
Waiting for you
Darling don't be afraid
I have loved you for
A thousand years
I'll love you for
A thousand more
And all along I believed
I would find you
Time has brought your heart to me
And I have loved you for
A thousand years
I'll love you for
A thousand more
(I will love you)
(A thousand years)
The lyrics to the song "A Thousand Years" by Peter Hollens and Evynne Hollens describe the deep and unconditional love that the singer has for their beloved. The song begins by describing the moment when they first met, and how from that moment on, they knew they had found a home for their heart to fall. Despite any doubt or uncertainty, the singer's love for their beloved remains steadfast and unwavering. Every breath and every hour has led to this moment of finding each other.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's deep love and devotion, as they proclaim that they have loved their beloved for a thousand years, and will continue to love them for a thousand more. The repetition of the phrase "I have died every day waiting for you" expresses how the singer's love is all-consuming and enduring, even in the face of time and distance. The final verse of the song continues this theme, stating that the singer has always believed that they would find their beloved, and that time has finally brought their hearts together.
Overall, "A Thousand Years" is a powerful love song that emphasizes the importance of unconditional love and the enduring nature of true love.
Line by Line Meaning
Day we met
The moment we crossed paths
Frozen I held my breath
I was captivated by your presence
Right from the start
From the first sight, I knew
I knew that I found a home
I discovered a place to belong with you
For my heart to fall
Where my heart could surrender
Watching you stand alone
Seeing you by yourself
All of my doubt suddenly
All my uncertainties vanished
Goes away somehow
Disappearing unexpectedly
One step closer
Moving towards you
I have died every day
I have been living in agony
Waiting for you
Longing for your arrival
Darling don't be afraid
You need not be frightened
I have loved you for
My love for you has lasted
A thousand years
An eon of time
I'll love you for
My affection for you will continue
A thousand more
For countless eons
Time stands still
The moment is everlasting
Beauty and oh, she is
You are stunning
Every breath, every hour
Each moment in life
Has led to this
That has guided me to you
Taking one step closer, I swear
Moving towards you, I promise
And all along I believed
I always knew
I would find you
That I would ultimately encounter you
Time has brought your heart to me
The universe has united us
And I have loved you for
And my love for you has survived
A thousand years
An endless amount of time
I'll love you for
I will continue to cherish you
A thousand more
For a timeless eternity
(I will love you)
(My love for you is unconditional)
(A thousand years)
(My devotion to you is eternal)
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Ann Le
Wow, this is such a beautiful video. I'm tingling just watching it. Incredible!
Peter Hollens
I think it's important to be able to express yourself. I always fought hard to fight back tears, but I think it's very powerful and important to feel and show your emotions. :)
Tracy Van Loo
L.O.S.T
Evynne Hollens
Lindsey was so lovely to donate her time & talents to this! We are blessed by her!
Apollo Olympian
Proposed yesterday with this cover playing in the background, and I'd just like to take time to thank you for making it. I hope to play it for our wedding as well! I've always loved your covers, keep up the amazing work! Thanks again. :)
Destiny Caley
found it <3 <3 <3 I love you <3
Michelle B
I just got engaged and your version of this song will be played during my ceremony!
Rachel Ferrence
Umm isn't this version in Glee, I don't know which came out first
Lafayette
Congratulations!!! I know I’m late but how did it go
Peter Hollens
@Michelle B That is just amazing to hear! Please take video, I would love to see it! :)