Don't Wait Too Long
Peyroux Madeleine Lyrics
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You can wait a million years
If you think that time will change your ways
Don't wait too long
When your morning turns to night
Who'll be loving you by candlelight
If you think that time will change your ways
Maybe I got a lot to learn
Time can slip away
Sometimes you got to lose it all
Before you find your way
Take a chance, play your part
Make romance, it might break your heart
But if you think that time will change your ways
Don't wait too long
It may rain, it may shine
Love will age like fine red wine
But if you think that time will change your ways
Don't wait too long
Maybe you and I got a lot to learn
Don't waste another day
Maybe you got to lose it all
Before you find your way
Take a chance, play your part
Make romance, it might break your heart
But if you think that time will change your ways
Don't wait too long
Don't wait
Hmm, don't wait
The song "Don't Wait Too Long" by Madeleine Peyroux is a beautiful ballad that offers litany of wisdom to its listeners. The lyrics of the song caution the audience against waiting and hoping for things to change, suggesting that time itself may not be enough to alter someone's ways. The chorus repeats the phrase "don't wait too long," as if emphasizing the importance of taking risks and making decisions before it becomes too late.
The first verse brings up the idea of crying a million tears or waiting a million years is not going to change someone's ways. The second verse talks about the possibility of losing everything before finally finding the way. The third verse, however, is about taking chances and risks, even if they lead to heartbreak. The bridge of the song implies that everyone has something to learn and that people should be cautious about wasting time.
Overall, the song is a powerful reminder that time is a precious commodity that should not be squandered, especially when it comes to love and relationships. It encourages the listener to take risks and make decisions, even if they lead to heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
You can cry a million tears
No amount of tears will change your situation
You can wait a million years
Time alone cannot heal or fix things
If you think that time will change your ways
No external factor can change who you are or what you do
Don't wait too long
Take action before it is too late
When your morning turns to night
When life gets tough and everything turns dark
Who'll be loving you by candlelight
Who will be there for you in your darkest hour
Maybe I got a lot to learn
Admitting to faults and being open to change
Time can slip away
Life is short and fleeting
Sometimes you got to lose it all
Sometimes you must lose everything to gain clarity
Before you find your way
Before you can understand the path you must take
Take a chance, play your part
Be proactive and take risks
Make romance, it might break your heart
Pursue love, even if it may hurt you
It may rain, it may shine
Life is unpredictable and full of highs and lows
Love will age like fine red wine
True love only gets better with time
Don't waste another day
Time is precious and should not be taken for granted
Maybe you got to lose it all
Sometimes the greatest lessons come from our darkest moments
Don't wait
Urges the listener to take action now
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lawrence A. Klein, Madeleine E. Peyroux, Jessie L. Harris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tatianakamennova2489
I like that she doesn't scream, doesn't squeak, doesn't squeal, doesn't whisper and doesn't moan, but sings in a gentle feminine voice.
@elizabethannedevaney8411
Effortless talent
@ladyofpompeii1905
Yes, yes and yes!! When I first heard her, I could have sworn it was Billie H. So smooth.
@jackie5046
Am I the only one who hears the Billie Holiday influence in her voice? Just love Madeline ❤️
@clarissadutra247
Yey. You too!!! Totally Billie Holiday. So smooth
@acuman99.9
I need her to cover Gloomy Sunday asap
@MrReed314
Or Norah Jones..
@Zepster77
No
@tamazpatarkalashvili2811
There is nothing to compare with Billy Holiday. Very foolish idea! @@Zepster77
@PhenomenalCoco
This is on repeat all 2023. I’ve learned many lessons this year!