In an Instant
Richie Kotzen[ Lyrics
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You dont know that we all hit the bottom?
I can't say that Im not the same
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And its instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now Im man enough everything going my way
And its instant Instant What war?
You've got me loving off the pain
Now you're my lady dont ever change
Ive been so many places but you know that yours is the one I claim
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And its instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now Im man enough everything going my way
And its instant I can't fight the war Im happier today
And its instant Instant What war?
You've got me loving off the pain
O Im your lover
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And its instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now Im man enough everything going my way
In an instant I can finally love the time has come today
And its instant put the pen down because its time to file the page
And its instant Im owning up Im better off today
And Its simple it took some time to know the road I had to take
And its instant I can't fight the war Im happier today
And its instant Instant What war?
You've got me loving off the pain
O Im your lover
The opening lyrics "O' what's the drama? Cry, ease the pain. You don't know that we all hit the bottom? I can't say that I'm not the same" suggests that the singer is addressing someone who is going through a tough time, someone who is experiencing pain and struggles. The singer is trying to console and reassure that person by saying that everyone goes through tough times and that they understand what the person is going through. The phrase "I can't say that I'm not the same" is significant as it shows that the singer is not a stranger to pain and struggles himself.
The lines "Alone in a dream is where I found you" suggest that the singer found comfort and solace in the person they are addressing. The phrase "And it's instant, now I finally know the past has brought today" indicates that something has happened that has made the singer realize the value of the person they are addressing. Furthermore, the lines "A commitment now, I'm man enough, everything going my way. And it's instant, I can't fight the war, I'm happier today" shows that the singer is ready to commit and move forward with this person as something has shifted in them that has allowed them to finally let go of whatever was holding them back.
Overall, the song is about finding someone who brings happiness and love in the midst of pain and struggles. It talks about the importance of cherishing those relationships and making commitments to them.
Line by Line Meaning
O' what's the drama? Cry, ease the pain
What's causing all this trouble? Express your emotions and release the hurt.
You dont know that we all hit the bottom?
Don't you realize that everyone experiences hardship and reaches their lowest point?
I can't say that Im not the same
I can't deny that I've also experienced struggles like everyone else.
Alone in a dream is where I found you
I discovered you in my imagination when I was alone and daydreaming.
And its instant now I finally know the past has brought today
At this moment, I comprehend that the events of the past have led up to this day.
A commitment now Im man enough everything going my way
I'm making a promise now and feel mature and capable; everything is going well for me.
And its instant I can't fight the war Im happier today
Suddenly, I realize that I can't continue to battle; today, I feel happier.
And its instant Instant What war?
Right away, I'm questioning myself - what war am I referring to?
You've got me loving off the pain
You've allowed me to find pleasure in the hurt and pain I've experienced.
Now you're my lady dont ever change
Now that you're mine, I beg you not to alter who you are.
Ive been so many places but you know that yours is the one I claim
I've traveled to various destinations, but I acknowledge that you're the one I want to keep for myself.
O Im your lover
Oh, I'm the one who loves you.
In an instant I can finally love the time has come today
Suddenly, I feel ready and capable to truly love; the moment to do so has arrived.
And its instant put the pen down because its time to file the page
Suddenly, I'm feeling like it's time to move on and close this chapter of my life.
And its instant Im owning up Im better off today
Suddenly, I'm taking responsibility for my actions and feel like I'm in a better place today.
And Its simple it took some time to know the road I had to take
It's easy, although it took me some time to discover which direction in life I needed to go in.
Contributed by Dylan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jefferson Galeano
"In An Instant"
O’ what’s the drama? Cry, ease the pain
You don't know that we all hit the bottom?
I can’t say that I'm not the same
Alone in a dream is where I found you
and it's instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now I'm man enough everything going my way
And it's instant I can’t fight the war I'm happier today
And it's instant Instant What war?
You’ve got me loving off the pain
Now you’re my lady don't ever change
I've been so many places but you know that yours is the one I claim
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And it's instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now Im man enough everything going my way
And it's instant I can’t fight the war Im happier today
And it's instant Instant What war?
You’ve got me loving off the pain
O I'm your lover
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And it's instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now I'm man enough everything going my way
In an instant I can finally love the time has come today
And it's instant put the pen down because its time to file the page
And it's instant I'm owning up I'm better off today
And It's simple it took some time to know the road I had to take
And it's instant I can’t fight the war I'm happier today
And it's instant Instant What war?
You’ve got me loving off the pain
O I'm your lover
jjsiegal
Lyrics ...
"O’ what’s the drama? Cry, ease the pain
You don't know that we all hit the bottom?
I can’t say that I'm not the same
Alone in a dream is where I found you
and it's instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now I'm man enough everything going my way
And it's instant I can’t fight the war I'm happier today
And it's instant Instant What war?
You’ve got me loving off the pain
Now you’re my lady don't ever change
I've been so many places but you know that yours is the one I claim
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And it's instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now Im man enough everything going my way
And it's instant I can’t fight the war Im happier today
And it's instant Instant What war?
You’ve got me loving off the pain
O I'm your lover
Alone in a dream is where I found you
And it's instant now I finally know the past has brought today
A commitment now I'm man enough everything going my way
In an instant I can finally love the time has come today
And it's instant put the pen down because its time to file the page
And it's instant I'm owning up I'm better off today
And It's simple it took some time to know the road I had to take
And it's instant I can’t fight the war I'm happier today
And it's instant Instant What war?
You’ve got me loving off the pain
O I'm your lover
Iván Barriga R.
Still haven't heard one bad song of this guy and his crew in all his career. Carry on with the good music Mr. Kotzen!.
Troy Trellman
Richie is that rare shredder who doesn't feel like he has to show it all the time. He plays for the song. And he is actually quite a good vocalist. Much respect.
DH Zimmers
He’s an amazing vocalist and songwriter too! His range, tonality, expressivity, styles—SO DIVERSE yet uncompromising in quality.
B C
@DH Zimmers Yeah I think quite a good vocalist is actually underselling his vocals. RK sounds like a Glen Hughes, Prince and Chris Cornell blend… in a good way
Something Wicked This Way Comes
He’s one of the few that can walk on a stage and someone could call out any genre there is and he could put on a 2 hour show like he’s played it all his life. He is a tremendous talent.
CRISTINA QUINTANA
Really!!!
nun yabiz
Bob Dylan
Angelo Munoz
Not many people give props to Kotzen and his lyrical analogies.. I believe that is a reason why he is able to cover many genres. He is the total musician.
John DiPonio
People rip him for songs like this but I think it shows his total diversity! He has such a great voice.
not telling
I like his stuff like this most. Not everyone has soul I guess.