Test Of Time
Spy vs. Spy Lyrics


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Fathers always tell you
If a job s worth doing
It s worth doing well
You never rush a good job

So what s happening anyway
When i buy something
I want it to last
I really want it to last

So will the work you do today
Stand the test of time
Will the work you do today
Stand the test of time

Did our fathers tell us what was right
Their backs were broken in the fight
Do we forget their lives
The competition s getting tough
Do we accept the fact
That close enough
Is really good enough

So will the work you do today
Stand the test of time
Will the work you do today
Stand the test of time

Fathers always tell you
If a job s worth doing
It s worth doing well
You never rush a good job

So what s happening anyway
When i buy something
I want it to last
I really want it to last

So will the work you do today
Stand the test of time




Will the work you do today
Stand the test of time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Test of Time" by Spy vs. Spy are a reflection on the concept of quality work and its importance. The song starts with a fatherly advice that "If a job is worth doing, it's worth doing well." The artist emphasizes the need for quality work by saying that good jobs should never be rushed, and when one buys something, they want it to last. The song then questions whether the work we do today will stand the test of time. It is a call to action for people not to compromise on quality and strive for excellence that will withstand the test of time.


The song also pays tribute to fathers who have given their all in the fight for their families. The artists question if we forget the sacrifices that fathers made for us and if we are willing to accept that close enough might not always be good enough. The lyricist juxtaposes the competitive world we live in today and the importance of doing a good job. The song is a reminder to all of us that when we do something, we need to take pride and make sure it will stand the test of time.


Line by Line Meaning

Fathers always tell you
Our fathers always give us advice


If a job s worth doing
If a task is important enough to do, then it deserves to be done properly


It s worth doing well
It is worthwhile to complete the task properly


You never rush a good job
A good job should not be hurried, it should be done with care and attention


So what s happening anyway
What is happening right now?


When i buy something
When I purchase an item


I want it to last
I want the item to be long-lasting


I really want it to last
I strongly desire for the item to be long-lasting


So will the work you do today
Will the work that you do today


Stand the test of time
Will it be durable enough to last a long time?


Did our fathers tell us what was right
Did our fathers guide us in the right direction?


Their backs were broken in the fight
Our fathers worked hard throughout their lives


Do we forget their lives
Do we overlook their sacrifices and hard work?


The competition s getting tough
Competition is becoming increasingly challenging


Do we accept the fact
Do we acknowledge the reality that


That close enough
Almost meeting the standard


Is really good enough
Is simply good enough


Fathers always tell you
Our fathers always give us advice


If a job s worth doing
If a task is important enough to do, then it deserves to be done properly


It s worth doing well
It is worthwhile to complete the task properly


You never rush a good job
A good job should not be hurried, it should be done with care and attention


So what s happening anyway
What is happening right now?


When i buy something
When I purchase an item


I want it to last
I want the item to be long-lasting


I really want it to last
I strongly desire for the item to be long-lasting


So will the work you do today
Will the work that you do today


Stand the test of time
Will it be durable enough to last a long time?




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