22000 Days
The Moody Blues Lyrics


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Even tho' I know it's only
Me and my dreams
That drive me so let me go please
Let me go onto tomorrow
One day at a time
Now I know the only foe is time
22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
It's all you got 22,000 days
22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
So start the show and this time
Feel the flow and get it right
Now the time when I first saw you is over and gone
Then I knew my life with you would go on
Knowing you so much longer
I've change in mind change for you
You have changed to mine
22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
It's all you got 22,000 days
22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
So start the show and this time
Feel the flow and get it right
Everybody knows, it always shows
Wasting time's an aggravation
Got no time for confrontation
You want to take a lot
By love by law or stealth
Time's the only real wealth you have got
Even tho' I know it's only me and my dreams
That drive me so let me go please
Let me go onto tomorrow
One day at a time
Now I know the only foe is time
22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
It's all you got 22,000 days
22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
So start the show 22,000 days
22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
It's all you got 22,000 days




22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
So start the show 22,000 ways

Overall Meaning

The Moody Blues's song "22000 Days" is a contemplation on time and living life to the fullest. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency for the singer to pursue their dreams and make the most of their time. The repetition of the phrase "22,000 days" emphasizes the idea that life is short and that each day should be cherished. The singer acknowledges that time is their only real foe and encourages the listener to feel the flow of life and to get it right.


The second verse of the song reflects on a relationship that has endured over time. The singer notes that they and their partner have changed over the years but have adapted to each other. This suggests that relationships can be a source of consistency and stability in the midst of life's changes.


The bridge of the song emphasizes the importance of time as a valuable resource. The singer suggests that wasting time on meaningless pursuits is an aggravation and that time is better spent pursuing love, law, or stealth. This line echoes the overall message of the song that time is precious and should be used wisely.


Overall, "22000 Days" by The Moody Blues is a reminder to live in the moment and to appreciate the time we have on earth. It encourages listeners to pursue their dreams, cherish their relationships, and use their time wisely.


Line by Line Meaning

Even tho' I know it's only
Despite being aware that my motivation comes solely from within me


Me and my dreams
My personal aspirations and ambitions


That drive me so let me go please
Allow me the freedom to pursue my passions


Let me go onto tomorrow
Permit me to focus on the future


One day at a time
Living in the present and approaching each day individually


Now I know the only foe is time
I understand that time is the only obstacle to achieving my goals


22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
The span of 22,000 days may seem small in the grand scheme of things


It's all you got 22,000 days
However, it's the only time we have to accomplish our objectives


22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
Similarly, we only have a limited amount of nights to live our lives


So start the show and this time
Therefore, it's critical to begin taking action towards our goals and making the most out of each day


Feel the flow and get it right
Get in tune with your aspirations and execute your plan to achieve them successfully


Now the time when I first saw you is over and gone
Reflecting on the past when I first met you and fell in love


Then I knew my life with you would go on
I recognized that this love would be a long-lasting commitment


Knowing you so much longer
Having spent a considerable amount of time together


I've change in mind change for you
My perspective and priorities evolved because of our relationship


You have changed to mine
In the same way, your priorities and perspectives shifted to align with mine


Everybody knows, it always shows
Our internal motivations and desires are evident to others


Wasting time's an aggravation
Time is valuable, and squandering it is frustrating


Got no time for confrontation
I have no desire to waste time in conflict


You want to take a lot
You may have aspirations that require significant effort and time


By love by law or stealth
Regardless of the approach, the desired outcome requires effort


Time's the only real wealth you have got
Time is the ultimate asset and the one valuable resource that cannot be replenished


22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
The amount of time we have to achieve our objectives is limited


It's all you got 22,000 days
Make the most of the limited time available to you


22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
Each night is an opportunity to make an impact in your life and others' lives


So start the show 22,000 days
Begin taking action today to reach your goals


22,000 days, 22,000 days it's not a lot,
The amount of time we have is precious


It's all you got 22,000 days
Therefore, it's essential to live each day to the fullest and make the most out of every opportunity and experience you encounter


22,000 nights, 22,000 nights, it's all you know
Similarly, each night is an opportunity to reflect on your day and prepare for the next


So start the show 22,000 ways
There are countless ways to utilize our time and talent, and it's up to us to discover them




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: GRAEME EDGE

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