As Time Goes By
Willie Nelson Lyrics


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This day and age we're living in
Gives cause for apprehension
With speed and new invention
And things like fourth dimension
Yet we get a trifle weary

With Mr. Einstein's theory
So we must get down to earth at times
Relax relieve the tension
And no matter what the progress

Or what may yet be proved
The simple facts of life are such
They cannot be removed

You must remember this
A kiss is still a kiss
A sigh is just a sigh
The fundamental things apply
As time goes by

And when two lovers woo
They still say, "I love you"
On that you can rely
No matter what the future brings
As time goes by

Moonlight and love songs
Never out of date
Hearts full of passion
Jealousy and hate
Woman needs man
And man must have his mate
That no one can deny

Well, it's still the same old story
A fight for love and glory
A case of do or die
The world will always welcome lovers
As time goes by




Oh yes, the world will always welcome lovers
As time goes by

Overall Meaning

The song "As Time Goes By" by Willie Nelson expresses the apprehension that comes with the advancements in science and technology. In this day and age, there is constant new invention, and people are getting weary with the continued progress. Despite all of this, the simple and fundamental things of life remain the same. These things cannot be removed or changed, and they are what make life worth living. A kiss is still a kiss, and people will still say "I love you." Love songs and moonlight will always remain relevant, and the world will always welcome lovers.


The song speaks about the classic fight for love and glory, which continues to be the same old story. The world will always embrace lovers, just as it did before. It is a reminder that amidst all the chaos and change of the world, love will remain constant. This song serves as a timeless classic that can make us feel connected to the past and the present. It is a call to appreciate the simple things in life, and to slow down and take a moment to relax amidst the hustle and bustle of the modern world.


Line by Line Meaning

This day and age we're living in
The present era is characterized by technology and innovation.


Gives cause for apprehension
This can create anxiety and uncertainty.


With speed and new invention
Advancements in technology and science.


And things like fourth dimension
Concepts beyond the physical world.


Yet we get a trifle weary
Even with all of these changes, we can become tired and overwhelmed.


With Mr. Einstein's theory
Even the most complex ideas, such as Einstein's theory of relativity, can add to our weariness.


So we must get down to earth at times
We need to take a break from the abstract and focus on the tangible.


Relax relieve the tension
This allows us to soothe our anxieties and worries.


And no matter what the progress
Regardless of the advancements we make,


Or what may yet be proved
And what may still be discovered,


The simple facts of life are such
The basic truths about life remain the same.


They cannot be removed
These universal truths are inescapable.


You must remember this
One must always keep in mind that,


A kiss is still a kiss
Love is still love


A sigh is just a sigh
The emotions of love remain the same, regardless of time.


The fundamental things apply
The most basic aspects of human nature remain immutable.


As time goes by
Despite the passage of time.


And when two lovers woo
When two people fall in love and court each other,


They still say, 'I love you'
The declaration of love remains unchanged.


On that you can rely
This is a truth that can be counted on.


No matter what the future brings
Regardless of what happens in the future.


Moonlight and love songs
Romance and passion remain.


Never out of date
These things are timeless.


Hearts full of passion
People continue to be filled with intense emotions.


Jealousy and hate
Even negative emotions remain constant.


Woman needs man
The basic human need for companionship.


And man must have his mate
People seek connection with others.


That no one can deny
This is a universal truth.


Well, it's still the same old story
Despite technological advancements and scientific discoveries,


A fight for love and glory
The struggle to find love and achieve greatness remains the same.


A case of do or die
It can be a high stakes situation.


The world will always welcome lovers
People will always embrace the concept of love.


As time goes by
Regardless of the passage of time.


Oh yes, the world will always welcome lovers
This is a universal and timeless truth.


As time goes by
Despite the changes that occur over time.




Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Herman Hupfeld

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