Once In A While
Steve Lacy Lyrics


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Once in a while will you try to give
One little thought to me
Though someone else may be
Nearer your heart?

Once in a while will you dream
Of the moments I shared with you
Moments before we two
Drifted apart?

In love's smoldering ember
One spark may remain
If love still can remember
That spark may burn again

I know that I'll be contented
With yesterday's memory
Knowing you think of me
Once in a while

In love's smoldering ember
One spark may remain
If love still can remember
The spark may burn again

I know that I'll be contented
With yesterday's memory




Knowing you think of me
Once in a while

Overall Meaning

The song "Once in a While" by Steve Lacy is a poignant expression of longing and wistfulness for a lost love. The lyrics make a plea to the unrequited love interest to remember the moments they shared and to occasionally think of their past relationship, even if they are now with someone else. The singer acknowledges that the love between them may have faded, but they hold on to the hope that a spark may still exist and reignite someday.


The opening lines "Once in a while will you try to give / One little thought to me" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is asking for a small acknowledgement from their former lover, a sliver of recognition that they once mattered to each other. They acknowledge that the other person may be closer to someone else's heart now, but they still long for a connection.


The second half of the song builds on the idea that love can smolder and reignite. The singer muses that "In love's smoldering ember / One spark may remain / If love still can remember / The spark may burn again." The repeated line "Knowing you think of me / Once in a while" carries a bittersweet tone, as the singer finds comfort in the memories of the past but still yearns for the present.


Overall, "Once in a While" is a poignant expression of love and loss that captures the universal feeling of longing for what could have been. The song's delicate melody and the emotion behind the lyrics create a powerful, melancholic atmosphere that lingers long after the song ends.


Line by Line Meaning

Once in a while will you try to give
Do you ever consider giving me some attention?


One little thought to me
A simple, fleeting thought of me that crosses your mind.


Though someone else may be
Even if there's another person who occupies your thoughts.


Nearer your heart?
Is there still some place for me in your heart?


Once in a while will you dream
Do you ever dream about the moments we shared together?


Of the moments I shared with you
Remembering the same moments that I do.


Moments before we two
The ones that happened before we went our separate ways.


Drifted apart?
When our connection started to fade away.


In love's smoldering ember
In the remaining feelings of love that we have for each other.


One spark may remain
There might still be a small interest there.


If love still can remember
If those feelings still exist somewhere deep down.


That spark may burn again
It could reignite and grow stronger than ever.


I know that I'll be contented
I don't need much in order to be happy.


With yesterday's memory
Just reminiscing on the good times we had before.


Knowing you think of me
The knowledge that I'm still on your mind sometimes is enough.


Once in a while
Even if it's only rarely.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management
Written by: BUD GREEN, MICHAEL EDWARDS

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@Joaopedro77507

Lyrics: Something bad is 'bout to happen to me
I don't know it, but I feel it coming
Might be so sad, might leave my nose running
I just hope she don't wanna leave me

Don't you give me up, please don't give up
Honey, I belong with you, and only you, baby
Only you, my girl, only you, babe (you)
Only you, darling, only you, babe (you)
Only you, my girl, only you, babe (you)
Only you, darling, only you

Something bad is 'bout to happen to me
Why I feel this way, I don't know, baby
I think of her so much, it drives me crazy
I just don't want her to leave me

Don't you give me up, please don't give up
Honey, I belong with you and only you, baby
Only you, my girl, only you, babe (you)
Only you, darling, only you, babe (you)
Only you, my girl, only you, babe (you)
Only you, darling, only you

What if she's fine?
It's my mind that's wrong
And I just let bad thoughts
Linger for far too long

What if (if) she's fine? (Fine)
It's my mind that's wrong
And I just (just) let bad thoughts (thoughts)
Linger for far too long

Don't you give me up, please don't give up
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@jesusisking1235

May I share this with you..

This all depends on religion if it is the same as Christianity or Catholic and etc please read but if different or not having a religion you don’t have to read my( lastly not trying to force anything or push it I just what to share and help you and tell you thing you may not know) Sharing the message Please don’t say God’s name in Vain it means your saying his name has no purpose or he doesn’t mean anything please say oh my gosh Also please don’t believe in Zodiacs their not supposed to tell you who you are you find yourself it is also a sin to God also please do not believe in luck DONT say it to others it means your saying God DIDNT plan it for you Also DONT say karma as luck DONT say it to others this saying is also a Sin as luck is karma this also goes for things like yoga and etc it is not Christian nor Biblical though others have different religions if you have Christian or Catholic religion please listen Ex:Christians should not believe in karma because the sum of people's works does not decide whether they are saved or not. Only faith in Jesus Christ saves people from condemnation. Through God's grace, Christians are gifted a relationship with Jesus instead of the death they deserve. lastly DONT curse it dishonors God and is also a sin Ex: “Ephesians 4:29 Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.”also DONT lie.

"thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour"; for this reason, lying is generally considered a sin in Christianity.

Pride is often considered a negative force in human existence—the opposite of humility and a source of social friction. It's even been called the “deadliest sin.” ... Pride makes us feel good, and it's an indication to ourselves that we are behaving in a way congruent with the values of our society.


DONT say that someone or yourself is ugly it means your saying your DONT like the way God made you but he made you that way for a reason.”

Also please do not believe in fortune tellers or any type of magic magic because God has been planning for your future also

The Bible tells you and warns you of Witchcraft and more like fortune telling, and necromancy this is what the devil uses these things did not come from God, (by the way Their is one true living God not gods) and example in the Bible is Deuteronomy 18:9–12 “When you enter the land the Lord your God is giving you, do not learn to imitate the detestable ways of the nations there.”“Let no one be found among you who sacrifices their son or daughter in the fire, who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft,”“or casts spells, or who is a medium or spiritist or who consults the dead.”“Anyone who does these things is detestable to the Lord; because of these same detestable practices the Lord your God will drive out those nations before you.”
As You can see this is very serious and you must not mess with this and was punishable by death in the Mosaic Law.
Example: Exodus 22:18 NIV ““Do not allow a sorceress to live.”
Example: Leviticus 20:27 NIV
““ ‘A man or woman who is a medium or spiritist among you must be put to death. You are to stone them; their blood will be on their own heads.’ ””
Another example is this: 1 Chronicles 10:13 NIV
“Saul died because he was unfaithful to the Lord; he did not keep the word of the Lord and even consulted a medium for guidance,”
GOT QUESTION MINISTRIES:
”Engaging in a practice or taking a substance to achieve an altered state of consciousness is a form of witchcraft.
This can bring demonic spirits..
“For rebellion is like the sin of divination, and arrogance like the evil of idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the Lord, he has rejected you as king.””
1 Samuel‬ 15:23‬ NIV‬‬
Examples of Witchcraft:
Zodiacs (Horoscopes)
Eastern meditation rituals
Ouija boards
Tarot card readings
and some video and role playing games..
“Outside are the dogs, those who practice magic arts, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idolaters and everyone who loves and practices falsehood.”
Revelation‬ 22:15‬ NIV‬‬

“A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.” “A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends” (11:13; 16:28, NIV).”

Jesus Christ called the Holy Spirit "Spirit of Truth" (John 14:17; 15:26; 16:13) and warned us, "All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men; but the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit shall not be forgiven unto men" (Matthew 12:31). EX: saying Omg or saying The Lord Jesus Christ or God as a curse word

Also when saying Jesus or God or even Lord please have them in capital it means something horrible or bad also when saying You and Your when talking about them also when saying Bible.


Also please don’t listen songs with bad meanings toward people or cursing it brings horrible thoughts into your head and wants you would never want..

And always forgive don’t say you hate someone you have committed murder in your heart forgive others always as God has always forgave you for your sins and love that person as Jesus loves You..

never be jealous of someone and always have patience before getting angry it it okay to be angry just have patience

Lastly DONT think that your a “good person it says in the Bible that no one is good and if your say you are you are saying God is lying and the Bible says that it is impossible for God to lie.”Ray Comfort..

Lastly don't say the word j-e e z because the original word for it is Jesus this is also blasphemy also one more thing love others as you love yourself

“It is NOT OK to practice the law of attraction as a Christian. God intended us to abide by His word. Based on the Bible alone, the law of attraction does not line up with scripture. In fact, the law of attraction blasphemes God.”

“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭11:6‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“He regarded disgrace for the sake of Christ as of greater value than the treasures of Egypt, because he was looking ahead to his reward. By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger; he persevered because he saw him who is invisible. By faith he kept the Passover and the application of blood, so that the destroyer of the firstborn would not touch the firstborn of Israel.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭11:26-28‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Do not be lazy it is against the Bible..
Examples:

“Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭10:4‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest. How long will you lie there, you sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest— and poverty will come on you like a thief and scarcity like an armed man.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭6:6-11‬ ‭NIV‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/111/pro.6.6-11.NIV

“• “Spirit guides” are not protective, helpful angels. When they actually exist, they are disguised demons attempting to lead us into sin or destruction. Interacting with demonic guides is expressly forbidden in the Bible (Leviticus 20:27). James 4:7 tells us to resist such beings, not trust and follow them.

• Numerology is an occult practice that has no basis in Scripture and no place in the Christian life. Although the Bible uses numbers such as 7 and 40 to represent specific things, this does not mean that every number has a hidden meaning. Numerology is a form of fortune–telling, which the Bible absolutely condemns (Leviticus 19:31; Deuteronomy 18:10–13; Galatians 5:19–20).

• God communicates with us through His Word, not the face of our alarm clock. He established the Bible to give us what we need to know about Him (2 Timothy 3:16–17) and wise counselors to help us apply the Bible to our lives (1 Corinthians 11:1). Nowhere in the Bible does it suggest God communicates through hidden meanings in numbers outside of the Bible.”



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