Matter of Time
The Chain Gang of 1974 Lyrics

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Time has turned against us
On this day
Times are not in favor
When I'm away
I know you're something special
I know you're something but
And by misunderstanding,
I thought you understood

Time has turned against us
On this day

I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time

I'm stuck in denial
I should stay
Returning a letter
Will this change?
I know you're something special
I know you're something but
And by misunderstanding,
I thought you understood
I'm stuck in denial
On this day

I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will see you in a matter of time
I will see you in a matter of time
I will see you in a matter of time
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run
I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time
I will run

I will fly
I will see you in a matter of time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Matter of Time suggest a strained relationship between two individuals that is complicated by time and distance. The opening verse features the singer acknowledging that time is not in their favor and that they feel disconnected from their love interest when they are not together. The chorus follows the singer's declaration that they will run and fly to see the other person "in a matter of time."

The second verse hints at some sort of conflict or misunderstanding between the two people, with the singer feeling stuck in denial and unsure of how to proceed. Despite this, the chorus repeats, emphasizing the singer's determination to see their love interest again.

Overall, the lyrics suggest that the relationship is being tested by external factors beyond the singer's control but that they are willing to overcome these obstacles to be with the person they care about.

Line by Line Meaning

Time has turned against us
The current circumstances are unfavorable

On this day
In this moment

Times are not in favor
Things are not going well

When I'm away
When we are separated

I know you're something special
You are important to me

I know you're something but
You have flaws, but that's okay

And by misunderstanding,
Due to a lack of communication

I thought you understood
I assumed you knew what I meant

I will run
I will make an effort

I will fly
I will overcome obstacles

I will see you in a matter of time
I will reunite with you in the future