Borrowed Time
Sheryl Crow Lyrics


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Remember not to say a word
If they ask about me
Say you haven't heard

Sweet communion
Of the forbidden kind
I live to love you
Only on borrowed time

Are you waiting
Waiting in the dark
For a message, for a sign
Precious these days
Living our ways
On borrowed time
Yeah

Fallen angel
Where do you hide your heart
Under some angry ???
Alone you fall apart

Oh, you're not forgotten
You're always on my mind
Whispering words I'm waiting, waiting
Only on borrowed time

Someone's praying
Praying for your life
For a miracle or sign
Precious these days
Living our ways
On borrowed time

I'll be waiting
Waiting in the night
For a message, for a sign
Precious there days




Living our ways
On borrowed time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sheryl Crow's song "Borrowed Time" tell a story of a secretive and forbidden love affair, likely between two people who are not supposed to be together. The singer is urging their love interest to not speak of their relationship if anyone were to ask, indicating that it is something that needs to be kept hidden. The line "Sweet communion of the forbidden kind" emphasizes the illicit nature of their love. There is a sense of urgency and desperation in the lyrics, as both parties are aware that their time is limited and they are living on borrowed time.


The chorus of the song speaks to the fleeting nature of life and the need to cherish the moments that we have. The lines "Are you waiting, waiting in the dark / Precious these days, living our ways, on borrowed time" convey the idea that we must make the most of our time, as we never know how much we have left. The repeated phrase "on borrowed time" becomes a reminder to the listener that life is not guaranteed, and every moment is precious.


The final verse of the song speaks to the hope for a miracle, a sign, or a message that will somehow make everything right. It is a powerful reminder that in the midst of treacherous relationships, life's difficulties, and uncertainty, we still have hope for change.


Line by Line Meaning

Remember not to say a word
Do not disclose any information about me or my whereabouts


If they ask about me
In case someone inquires about my presence


Say you haven't heard
Deny having any knowledge of me or my activities


Sweet communion
Intimate connection


Of the forbidden kind
That is taboo or not socially acceptable


I live to love you
My purpose is to give love to you


Only on borrowed time
But I know this cannot last forever


Are you waiting
Do you anticipate something to happen


Waiting in the dark
Expecting a positive outcome despite the lack of clarity


For a message, for a sign
For any indication that things will turn out well


Precious these days
Time is limited and valuable


Living our ways
Making the most of our present time


On borrowed time
Knowing that our time together is temporary


Fallen angel
A metaphorical reference to someone who has come down from grace


Where do you hide your heart
What guards or barriers have you put up to protect your true self


Under some angry ???
Somewhere where you feel angry or frustrated


Alone you fall apart
You cannot hold yourself together when no one is watching


Oh, you're not forgotten
I have not disregarded you


You're always on my mind
I constantly think about you


Whispering words I'm waiting, waiting
Hoping anxiously for a positive outcome


Someone's praying
There is someone who is keeping you in their thoughts and prayers


Praying for your life
Hoping for a positive outcome for your situation


For a miracle or sign
Seeking a divine intervention or indication that everything will be okay


I'll be waiting
I will continue to wait


Waiting in the night
With a sense of uncertainty and unease


Precious these days
Time is limited and valuable


Living our ways
Making the most of our present time


On borrowed time
Knowing that our time together is temporary




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