1977
Terius Nash Lyrics


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I just can't say
And what I would give to see your face (yeah)
Wherever you are I pray you're safe (yeah)
Forgive me for my selfish ways (yeah)
For I know that you're better off these days (yeah)

Baby I miss you, every time it rains
And no matter how bright the sun may shine
It never dries away the pain
Singin' ohhh ohhh. Ohhh ohhh
Singin' ohhh ohhh. Ohhh ohhh

And you're written all over me
So much so, I can't believe
Your grandchildren are a sight to see
Every day they're more of you, and less of me
And what a cliche
I know you hear
No fear, I know you're near
And no matter how many things I have
No one will ever love me your way
No matter what love invades my space
One thing's for sure, you won't be replaced

Baby I miss you, every time it rains
And no matter how bright the sun may shine
It will never dry away this pain
And I'm singin' ohhh ohhh. Ohhh ohhh
And I'm singin' ohhh ohhh. Ohhh ohhh

If you can't see the tears running down my eyes
I guess I've got to make the song cry
If you can't see the tears running down my eyes
Shit, I guess I've got to make the song cry

Mama I miss you, every time it rains
No matter how bright the sun may shine
It will never dry away this pain
And I'm singin' ohhh ohhhh. Ohhhhh ohhhh




And I'm singin' ohhh ohhhh. Ohhhhh ohhhh
And I'm singin' ohhh ohhhh. Ohhhhh ohhhh

Overall Meaning

In "1977," Terius Nash (aka The-Dream) reflects on the loss of his mother and the impact it has had on his life. The song's title refers to the year of his birth, hinting that his mother's influence reached back even further. The lyrics express his longing to see her again, to make amends for past mistakes, and to feel her presence in his life once more. He admits to being selfish and acknowledges that his mother is better off without him, but his love for her endures. He feels her absence in the rain, in the pain that never quite goes away, and in the grandchildren who remind him of her.


Throughout the song, Nash repeats the phrase "ohhh ohhh," giving voice to his longing and grief. He also makes references to Jay-Z's "Song Cry" and uses the phrase "make the song cry" to describe his own emotional state. The song's slow tempo and simple melody allow the lyrics to take center stage, and Nash's raw, soulful voice conveys the depth of his emotions. "1977" is a heartfelt tribute to his mother and a cathartic expression of his grief.


Line by Line Meaning

I just can't say
I can't put into words how much I miss you


And what I would give to see your face (yeah)
I would give anything to see you again


Wherever you are I pray you're safe (yeah)
I hope you're in a safe and peaceful place


Forgive me for my selfish ways (yeah)
I'm sorry for the times where I was only thinking of myself


For I know that you're better off these days (yeah)
I know you're in a better place now


Baby I miss you, every time it rains
I think of you every time it rains and can't help but miss you


And no matter how bright the sun may shine
Even on bright and sunny days, I still feel the pain of missing you


It never dries away the pain
Nothing can make the pain of losing you go away


Singin' ohhh ohhh. Ohhh ohhh
Expressing my emotions through song


And you're written all over me
Your memory and influence is a part of me and always will be


So much so, I can't believe
Your impact on my life is so significant, it's hard to fully comprehend


Your grandchildren are a sight to see
Seeing your legacy continue through your grandchildren brings a lot of joy


Every day they're more of you, and less of me
Your qualities and traits are evident in your grandchildren, and it's a reminder that I'm getting farther away from you over time


And what a cliche
It's a common phrase, but it's still true


I know you hear
I hope you can hear me and feel my love for you


No fear, I know you're near
I have faith that you're watching over me and always by my side


And no matter how many things I have
No matter how much success or possessions I accumulate, nothing will fill the void of losing you


No one will ever love me your way
Your love was unique and irreplaceable


No matter what love invades my space
Even if I find love again, it will never be the same as the love I had for you


One thing's for sure, you won't be replaced
You cannot be replaced and will always hold a special place in my heart


If you can't see the tears running down my eyes
I'm crying inside, even if it's not visible


I guess I've got to make the song cry
I'm expressing my emotions through this song, since I can't show them in any other way


Mama I miss you, every time it rains
Addressing his mother specifically in the song, noting her loss and the pain it brings whenever it rains


No matter how bright the sun may shine
Even when surrounded by good things or positive moments, it doesn't make up for the loss of his mother


And I'm singin' ohhh ohhhh. Ohhhhh ohhhh
The repeated chorus throughout the song is an expression of his sadness and longing


And I'm singin' ohhh ohhhh. Ohhhhh ohhhh
The repeated chorus throughout the song is an expression of his sadness and longing


And I'm singin' ohhh ohhhh. Ohhhhh ohhhh
The repeated chorus throughout the song is an expression of his sadness and longing




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