Seasons
Terence Trent D'Arby Lyrics


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I won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking

This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
Cause sometimes




It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go

Overall Meaning

The song "Seasons" by TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY is a reflection on the passing of time and the different phases of life that individuals experience. The lyrics describe a relationship that has run its course, and while there is still love and affection, it's time to say goodbye. The singer acknowledges that sometimes it's okay to hold on to something for a season, but eventually, it's necessary to let go and move forward.


The lyrics portray an emotional conflict that the singer faces regarding the end of the relationship. He doesn't want to use a traditional goodbye phrase as it feels disingenuous. He is struggling to find an adequate excuse, realizing that perhaps this time, there isn't one. As the verses of his life fly by, he needs to understand his purpose in this world before he can offer more than just tears to his partner.


The singer also touches upon the sorrow and pain we all face at times in our lives. He shows empathy with his partner, who has gone through a traumatic experience that has left her heart heavy and her tears flowing. The singer understands that a relationship cannot survive in a state of constant sorrow and freeze, as life continuously moves, and the seasons inevitably change.


Line by Line Meaning

I won't say goodbye
I do not want to use the typical farewell phrase


I don't want to use that exit line
I do not want to use clichés when ending this relationship


Please don't make me lie
I do not want to be dishonest with you


I have no excuse for you this time
I cannot justify my actions to you


Cause sometimes (It's alright for a season) But then it's time to go
Sometimes relationships have an expiration date, and it is time for us to end this one


The verses of my life are moving past
The different stages of my life are coming and going


And so now the chorus I must hear
Now it is time for me to focus on the important parts of my life


I've got to define my life and times
I must understand my own experiences and make sense of how they shape me


Before I can give you more than tears
I need to better understand myself before I can give more to this relationship than just tears


Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
I have caused you so much heartache and pain


Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking
The sadness and grief you feel is permanently etched in your memory


This complicated curse Causes you to freeze our love in time
Our relationship is cursed with complexity, leaving us feeling stuck in time


If I awaken that first It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
If I am the first to move on, it is because you lost yourself in me and I am now finding myself


Please don't let me see you cry
I cannot bear to see you upset


Cause sometimes It's alright for a season But then it's time to go
Sometimes relationships are only meant to last for a specific period, and that time has come to an end




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Written by: TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

13thchronicels hd

I won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking

This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go



Antoine Bartholome

won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
'Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
'Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking

This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
'Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go



All comments from YouTube:

Eric Chapman

Holy shit! This is SIIIIICK, he had the background vocals on RADIO!!! It's like he's sitting next to it and singing along. What a creative genius!!!

Ordinary G33K

There hasn't been another voice like this in popular music SINCE Terence Tren't D'Arby! Dude had SKILLZ!!!

Soufien Khalfaoui

Absolutely man... Absolutely...

Cemile Soylu

A great artist and singer he has helped me and my brother (rest in Paradise🤲) with his voice and music in many difficult life situations. One of my favourite singer for ever❤🌹🙏

Darren Evans

This is one of the all time greats! What a tune...

Jeff Johnson

I played this album to death back in the 90's.

Tru Omilade

Even the fade out is beautiful. Ear candy till the last drop.

david bracken

The man is a genius and makes the most soulful music. For me symphony or dammed should be talked about in the same company as off the wall.

13thchronicels hd

I won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go

Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking

This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go

Darren Evans

This is up there with some of the great vocal performances...

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