Only Time
Tommy Clint Lyrics

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I've lost your love, your trust is gone
I've lost the one and now I'll be alone
Hope is dying 'cause you leave me in the dark

I do regret my sins, my lies
I do atone, I've died a thousand times
You're my goddess 'cause your love was so divine
(give me a sign)

I can't smile without you
The world is sour without you
And I've asked myself how could I let you go

Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again

Life is senseless without you
I'm so defenseless without you
And I've asked myself how could I let you go

Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again
Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again, again, again, again

Will I see your face again
Will I see your grace again
Will I feel your kindness on me, time can tell

Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again
Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again

Will I see your face again
Will I see your grace again
Will I feel your kindness on me, time can tell

Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again

Only time can tell
If you'll be mine, again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tommy Clint's song "Only Time" express a deep sense of loss, regret, and longing for a lost love. The singer laments the fact that they have lost the love and trust of someone important to them, and now they are left feeling alone and in darkness. The absence of this person has caused hope to fade away.

The second verse reveals the singer's remorse for their past actions, admitting to sins and lies that have caused them to suffer greatly. They see the person they lost as a divine figure, emphasizing the magnitude of their love. The plea for a sign indicates a desperate desire for reassurance that there is a chance for reconciliation.

The chorus echoes the singer's dependence on this beloved person. Without them, the world feels bitter and empty, leading them to question how they could have let them go. The repeated mention of "Only time can tell" suggests a recognition that healing and a potential future reunion will require patience and the passage of time.

The second half of the song continues to express the singer's longing and uncertainty. They question if they will ever see the person's face, experience their grace and kindness, and if time will eventually reveal a possibility of them being together again. The repetition of these lines reinforces the longing and the intense desire for a second chance.

Overall, the lyrics of "Only Time" convey a deep sense of remorse, longing, and hope for reconciliation after losing a significant love. The singer reflects on their past mistakes and expresses a willingness to change, while acknowledging that ultimately, only time can determine if they will be able to regain what was lost.

Line by Line Meaning

I've lost your love, your trust is gone
I have lost the affection and trust you once had for me

I've lost the one and now I'll be alone
I have lost the person who meant everything to me and now I will be lonely

Hope is dying 'cause you leave me in the dark
My hope is fading away because you have left me in a state of confusion and uncertainty

I do regret my sins, my lies
I deeply regret the mistakes and dishonesty I have committed

I do atone, I've died a thousand times
I am trying to make amends and I feel immense guilt and remorse

You're my goddess 'cause your love was so divine
I considered you to be a divine being, as your love was incredibly special and powerful

(give me a sign)
(I am desperately seeking a sign or indication from you)

I can't smile without you
I am unable to experience joy or happiness without you

The world is sour without you
The world feels bitter and unpleasant without your presence

And I've asked myself how could I let you go
I constantly question and berate myself for allowing you to leave

Only time can tell
Only the passage of time will reveal the truth

If you'll be mine, again
If you will choose to be with me once more

Life is senseless without you
My existence feels meaningless and empty without you

I'm so defenseless without you
I am vulnerable and weak without your presence and support

Will I see your face again
I wonder if I will ever have the chance to see your face once more

Will I see your grace again
I wonder if I will witness your elegance and kindness again

Will I feel your kindness on me, time can tell
I ponder if I will experience your benevolence towards me again, and only time will reveal the answer

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Claus Terhoeven, Stefan Bossems, Tommy Clint

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