10 Minutes 10 Years
Tennis Lyrics


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You could have me for ten minutes
You could have me for ten years
I could lose you in the hours
I could lose you in the tears, oh

The feeling's lost without you, oh my baby
Without you, oh my love
The feeling's gone completely

Those who measure time and distance
Haven't known a love like mine
There is only perfect closeness
Don't you leave it all behind

The feeling's lost without you, oh my baby
Without you, oh my love
The feeling's gone completely
The feeling's lost without you, oh my baby
Without you, oh my love
The feeling's gone completely
Oh, the feeling's lost without you, oh my baby
Without you, oh my love
I lose myself completely, oh

What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?
What have I got without you?

You could have me for ten minutes
You could have me for ten years




We are only single moments
Strung together and held dearly

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Tennis's song "10 Minutes 10 Years" convey a deep sense of attachment and dependence on someone in a relationship. The singer is pleading with their partner, stating that they are willing to give themselves fully for a short period of time or even a long period of time. However, they also express a fear of losing the other person, whether it be in just a few hours or in the tears they shed. The repetition of "without you, oh my love" emphasizes the singer's vulnerability and their belief that they are incomplete without their partner.


The second verse further emphasizes the depth of the singer's love, suggesting that their connection transcends conventional measures of time and distance. They assert that their love is characterized by perfect closeness, a rare and profound experience that others may not understand. The plea to "not leave it all behind" reflects the singer's fear of being abandoned and losing that unique bond they share.


The chorus repeats the sentiment of feeling lost without the partner and losing oneself completely. It is evident that the singer's entire sense of self and purpose revolves around their relationship with this person. The repetition of "What have I got without you?" further emphasizes their dependence and questions the significance of their existence without the other person.


Finally, the closing lines of the song bring a sense of perspective. Despite the intensity of their feelings, the singer recognizes that their time together, whether it's just ten minutes or ten years, are all single moments strung together and cherished dearly. This suggests an awareness of the impermanence of life and relationships and the need to appreciate what they have in the present.


Line by Line Meaning

You could have me for ten minutes
I am willing to give you my time and attention for a short period


You could have me for ten years
I am willing to commit and be with you for a long time


I could lose you in the hours
I could easily lose touch with you and our connection over time


I could lose you in the tears, oh
I am afraid of losing you and our relationship due to emotional difficulties


The feeling's lost without you, oh my baby
I feel empty and incomplete without you, my beloved


Without you, oh my love
My love for you is indispensable, and without you, I feel incomplete


The feeling's gone completely
The emotions and connection I had with you have disappeared entirely


Those who measure time and distance
People who quantify and calculate time and distance


Haven't known a love like mine
They have not experienced a love as deep and profound as mine


There is only perfect closeness
Our connection is unparalleled and flawless


Don't you leave it all behind
Please don't abandon our relationship and throw away what we have


What have I got without you?
I am questioning what my life would be like without you


We are only single moments
We are mere instances in time


Strung together and held dearly
However, these moments of our relationship are cherished and precious




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Alaina Moore, Patrick Riley

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