Once in a While
Terry Snyder Lyrics

The song Once in a While by Terry Snyder is a nostalgic and melancholic song that talks about the longing for a love that once was. The first verse talks about the hope that the person being addressed would spare a thought for the singer even though they might be closer to someone else's heart. The second verse talks about shared moments that the singer remembers and longs for once more, before they drifted apart. These moments and memories are captured in love's smoldering ember, and while the flame might have reduced, the spark remains. The singer hopes that the spark can reignite the flame of love once more.

The chorus finds the singer acknowledging that they might not be able to have what they want in the present, but they would always be satisfied with the memory of shared moments. The song's melancholic tone is seen in how the singer recognizes that they might only occupy a small part of the person's thoughts, and this is all they can hope for. The spark that remains signifies the love that is not entirely snuffed out, and there is still a tinge of hope that something can be rekindled. The song's emotional depth is seen in the singer's willingness to accept the small token of affection, the memory of simple moments shared with someone they love.