Times We Had
Taylor Ray Holbrook Lyrics


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The times we went rolling
Without knowing where we were going
And the world was ours, but we didn't know it
So wild, so free, living eternally
Through memories of you and me

I'm thinking 'bout the times we had (chillin' on a back road)
The times we had (bumping something up on the radio)
The times we'll have, when I see you again
I'll always love you my friend
And I'm thankful for the times we had

Thinking 'bout them good ol' days
Thinking 'bout them good ol' friends
Thinking 'bout the things we did
Thinking that would never end
But I was wrong and I wanna tell y'all
I got a few more miles underneath my belt (that's right)

Hold on to everything you feel 'cause time won't stop
That is how you felt
Never take one moment for granted
Never let 'em break your dreams
It's your life, do it how you planned it
Y'all just keep doing your thing

See everybody gonna have an opinion
Everybody gonna think they know (they don't)
Everybody is around when you're winning
Everybody ain't around when ya don't (they broke)

I'm keeping it real as an OG
Make sure my team keep winning
This world don't stop for no one
Every day, it keeps on spinning
Just let them haters keep hating
We'll just keep making 'em mad
I'll ride or die with y'all anytime
Thank God for the times we had

The times we went rolling
Without knowing where we were going
And the world was ours, but we didn't know it
So wild, so free, living eternally
Through memories of you and me

I'm thinking 'bout the times we had (chillin' on a back road)
The times we had (bumping something up on the radio)
The times we'll have, when I see you again
I'll always love you my friend
And I'm thankful for the times we had

Yeah, I'm reminiscing on them days
On them days when we were fishing
On the lake and we were catching good times
We were kicking back, backflipping off back deck
Living for the moment and no one could tell us nothing about life

We drive at night on the back road
Hitting potholes 'til the sun show
We'd ride that loop from Walmart to Sonic
'Round and 'round we'd go
Every time I'd see an old Ford
I'd remember us cutting cookies in ol' Buck's front yard

I know you'd say don't be this way, but life seems so hard
'Cause I know the man you was and I know you would've gone so far
So when I pray at night, I look up and wish on a star
Yeah, I get down until I look down at my scars from the times we

Went rolling without knowing where we were going
And the world was ours, but we didn't know it
So wild, so free, living enternally
Through memories of you and me

I'm thinking 'bout the times we had (chillin' on a back road)
The times we had (bumping something up on the radio)
The times we'll have, when I see you again




I'll always love you my friend
And I'm thankful for the times we had

Overall Meaning

The song Times We Had by Taylor Ray Holbrook is a sentimental tribute to good times with old friends. The lyrics describe the sense of freedom and wild abandon that the singer and his friends felt during their adventures together, driving without a destination and living in the moment. These experiences gave them precious memories that they will always cherish, even as they move on and live their separate lives. The song expresses gratitude for these past experiences and a desire to hold onto them, while also acknowledging the inevitability of change and the passing of time. The singer encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and chase their dreams, even if it means going against the opinions of others.


The first verse of the song sets the scene for the memories that the singer is reminiscing about. He describes times when he and his friends would take aimless drives, not knowing where they were going but feeling a sense of ownership over the world around them. These moments were characterized by their freedom and wildness, which allowed them to feel that they were living forever in the moment. The chorus repeats the phrase "thinking 'bout the times we had" to emphasize the singer's nostalgia and gratitude for these past experiences.


The second verse reflects on the passage of time and the changes that have occurred since the good old days. The singer notes that he was wrong to think that these good times would never end, as he now has many more memories and miles under his belt. He urges listeners to hold onto their experiences and their dreams, and not to let others discourage them or break their spirit. The bridge of the song emphasizes that everyone will have an opinion and that not everyone will be there to support you through good times and bad, but that you should keep pushing forward regardless.


Overall, Times We Had is a heartfelt and emotional tribute to the experiences and memories that we hold dear from our pasts. The song encourages us to hold onto these moments and use them as inspiration for the future, while also acknowledging that change and growth are inevitable.


Line by Line Meaning

The times we went rolling Without knowing where we were going And the world was ours, but we didn't know it So wild, so free, living eternally Through memories of you and me
Reflecting on the carefree times when we would venture out on aimless drives, unaware of where our journey would take us, yet savoring the unbridled freedom we felt. The world was our oyster, although we didn't fully acknowledge it then. Our existence had an air of wildness, and memories of our joyous existence are still as vivid and enduring.


I'm thinking 'bout the times we had (chillin' on a back road) The times we had (bumping something up on the radio) The times we'll have, when I see you again I'll always love you my friend And I'm thankful for the times we had
Nostalgic musings on the good days when we would relax on back roads, and enjoy ourselves to some music. Fond memories aside, I look forward to what we will experience together when we reunite. Our bond is strong and will always endure, leaving me with a profound sense of gratitude for everything we've shared.


Thinking 'bout them good ol' days Thinking 'bout them good ol' friends Thinking 'bout the things we did Thinking that would never end But I was wrong and I wanna tell y'all I got a few more miles underneath my belt (that's right)
Thoughts of the olden days when we frolicked with friends, reminiscing on our exploits and feeling like our mirthful times would last indefinitely. I now realize that my presumptions were incorrect, and I've accrued more life experiences since then.


Hold on to everything you feel 'cause time won't stop That is how you felt Never take one moment for granted Never let 'em break your dreams It's your life, do it how you planned it Y'all just keep doing your thing
Cherish the emotions you have, as time is limited and continually passes. Whatever feelings you had before were genuine, and you should stay vigilant to maintain that authenticity. Don't waste any opportunities or experiences. Don't allow anyone to stifle your aspirations. It's your life, so live it your way. Keep being your unique self.


See everybody gonna have an opinion Everybody gonna think they know (they don't) Everybody is around when you're winning Everybody ain't around when ya don't (they broke) I'm keeping it real as an OG Make sure my team keep winning This world don't stop for no one Every day, it keeps on spinning Just let them haters keep hating We'll just keep making 'em mad I'll ride or die with y'all anytime Thank God for the times we had
Understand that everyone will have a point of view, but not all opinions are informed. People will show up when you're successful, but only a few will stick around when things get rough. However, I will remain honest and genuine, making sure my team succeeds. The world keeps moving regardless of how we feel about its pace. Let detractors keep spewing their venom; our resolve will only increase. I will always be there for my team, backing them the whole way. Thankful for every moment we've spent together.


Yeah, I'm reminiscing on them days On them days when we were fishing On the lake and we were catching good times We were kicking back, backflipping off back deck Living for the moment and no one could tell us nothing about life
Reflecting on how we spent days fishing, enjoying ourselves on the lake, and having a great time. We would relax on the deck, flipping off it and being in the present moment, oblivious to the naysayers polluting our atmosphere with negativity.


We drive at night on the back road Hitting potholes 'til the sun show We'd ride that loop from Walmart to Sonic 'Round and 'round we'd go Every time I'd see an old Ford I'd remember us cutting cookies in ol' Buck's front yard
Taking night rides on rural roads, we would hit potholes until the early hours of the morning. We would continuously ride in circles, from Walmart to Sonic. Every time I'd catch sight of an old Ford, flashbacks of us baking cookies in Buck's yard would resurface.


I know you'd say don't be this way, but life seems so hard 'Cause I know the man you was, and I know you would've gone so far So when I pray at night, I look up and wish on a star Yeah, I get down until I look down at my scars from the times we Went rolling without knowing where we were going And the world was ours, but we didn't know it So wild, so free, living eternally Through memories of you and me
I can't help but feel that life is challenging, and your counsel to me would have been to stay positive. Your potential was limitless, and you could have achieved phenomenal feats. Whenever I pray, I request that the stars align to enable me to follow in your footsteps. The scars I bear remind me of the remarkable moments we shared, devoid of direction yet gratifying. These experiences are entrenched within my heart and soul and will forever remain there.




Writer(s): Colt Ford, Jared Ryan Sciullo, Taylor Ray Holbrook, Justin N. Spillner, Austin Jenkes, Charlie Farley

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@nathanp8049

Just sat and cried in the field that used to be our farm and the last place the 4 of us brothers were together before two of them passed away. This song helps more than you know.

@stefaniestewart5857

This song is more appreciated the older we get..more meaning..

@kylemayer4453

Amenโ€ฆ

@shadowmario1432

Ever since I lost my brother this song has helped me through some of the toughest days.

@Brandon-dl7xl

EVER SINCE MY BROTHA DIED

EVER SINCE MY BROTHA DIED

@ninasolano7816

Same it will never go away but I pray it eases I just lost my baby brother

@josepharbogast4002

It never goes away. I lost my little Brother in 2021, I still miss him every single day. I always feel him next to me in the car, riding shotgun like he always did. RIP Christopher Arbogast 11/7/1991-6/14/2021. Forever 29 Baby Brother

@dallasabbott7768

Lost my son Oct 25th to murder as gis ex-girlfriends new boy friend ran my son over while he was on his dirtbike. This is his song! We fished bogged rode dur bikes all the good shit together. It hurts so bad. #justicefordylon

@monicanunley-oliver3914

My ex husband and kids father died a coupe weeks ago and he loved this song. So we played this at his funeral. This song will always mean so much to me. ๐Ÿ˜ญ

@kyliewallick7584

I am sorry ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜ž

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