For The Good Times
Price Ray Lyrics
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I know it's over
But life goes on
And this old world
Will keep on turning
Let's just be glad
We had some time to spend together
That were burning
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body
Close to mine
Hear the whisper of the rain drops
Blowing soft against the window
And make believe you love me
One more time
For the good times
I'll get along
You'll find another
And I'll be here
If you should find you ever need me
Don't say a word about tomorrow
Or forever
There'll be time enough for sadness
When you leave me
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body
Close to mine
Hear the whisper of the rain drops
Blowing soft against the window
And make believe you love me
One more time
For the good times
The lyrics of Price Ray's song "For the Good Times" speak of a couple's break-up and their decision to cherish the memories they had together rather than dwell on what could have been. The singer seems to be comforting their partner, asking them not to be sad because although their relationship has ended, they will both move on and time will continue to pass. They reminisce about the good times they had together and how much they meant to each other, urging their partner to lay their head on their pillow and hold them close one last time. The singer asks their partner to forget about the future and just focus on the moment, pretending that they still love each other as they did before.
The chorus, "For the good times," is a reminder to their partner and to themselves that they should appreciate the time they spent together and the beauty of love. The singer also acknowledges that their partner will find someone else and they will be there if they ever need them, but they both know that it's time to move on. The song ends with a sweet, heartbreaking plea to imagine that they still love each other one more time, just for the sake of the good times they shared.
Overall, "For the Good Times" is a poignant expression of love, loss, and finding closure. The singer realizes that it's time to move on but still holds on to the memories of a love that was once great. It's a song that can touch anyone who has experienced a breakup or the end of a cherished bond.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look so sad
I can see that you're sad, but there's no need to be because everything will be okay.
I know it's over
I understand that our relationship is over, and we're going our separate ways.
But life goes on
Despite our relationship ending, time doesn't stop, and life will continue with or without us being together.
And this old world
The world is vast, and there's so much to discover and experience.
Will keep on turning
Things may change, but the world will continue to rotate, seasons will come and go, and life will persist.
Let's just be glad
We should cherish the memories we shared together and be grateful for them.
We had some time to spend together
We were lucky enough to have spent some quality time together, and those memories will last a lifetime.
There's no need to watch the bridges
We shouldn't focus on the past, but instead, we should look forward to the future and new beginnings.
That were burning
Relationships may fall apart, and sometimes it's better to let go of what's not meant to be.
Lay your head upon my pillow
Rest your head on my pillow, and let me comfort you.
Hold your warm and tender body
Embrace your soft and gentle body and feel how much I care about you.
Close to mine
Let's be close, now and always.
Hear the whisper of the rain drops
Listen to the calming sound of the rain, and let it soothe you.
Blowing soft against the window
The rain is gentle, and its breeze is refreshing and peaceful.
And make believe you love me
Even if it's only for one last time, pretend that you love me.
One more time
Let's share one more moment together before we part ways.
For the good times
Let's remember the good times we shared and hold on to those fond memories of our relationship.
I'll get along
I'll be okay without you, and I'll find a way to move on with my life.
You'll find another
You'll also move on with your life and find someone new to love.
And I'll be here
If you ever need me, I'll always be here for you, no matter what.
If you should find you ever need me
If you ever need a friend, someone to talk to, or just someone to listen, I'll be here for you.
Don't say a word about tomorrow
We don't need to worry about the future or what it holds for us.
Or forever
We may not be together forever, but our memories will last a lifetime.
There'll be time enough for sadness
We don't need to be sad now, and we should focus on the good times.
When you leave me
When we say goodbye, we'll have plenty of time to be sad and to grieve our relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kristoffer Kristofferson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@donroe6438
I was just a kid when I heard my Dad call my Mom into the room to hear Ray sing this many years ago. I never forgot that and when he was in hospice 2 years ago I brought my laptop to him and we played so many songs. A once mountain of a man physically was so frail then in his 80s. When this song was played in our list he once again called Mom into the room and they held hands during the song, as though he was singing to her. We played it over and over. He passed a few days later and she followed 2 months later after 67 years of marriage. A special song from long ago.
@jamesmonroemaxey
Your words are very touching. Thank you so much for sharing this about your darling parents.
@MyungHunter61
Beautiful but sad too
@importpappa
This song reminds me of my parents too. They loved it.
@tailwheelflier
Don Roe teared up reading that.
@davidrose9370
Same here. I just remember this song and remember my dad playing it many many times
@larrygibb404
My dad passed away today and had me play this for my mom. 70 yrs of marriage and still madly in love. Ray was the class of all!
@Leavetheherd
Was my dads favorite song. 70 years together, still in love, can’t ask for more.
@user-rx3yc3zw7b
Sorry 😔 to hear that 😢
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