Overtime
Willie Nelson feat. Lucinda Williams Lyrics
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That's what they all tell me
That's what they say to me
Over time
Your blue eyes and your black eyelashes
The way you looked at life in your funny way
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
Your pale skin and your sexy crooked teeth
The trouble you get in in your clumsy way
I guess one afternoon you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
Willie Nelson's song "Overtime" is a tender ballad about trying to overcome heartbreak. The singer acknowledges that getting over someone may take time β "over time, that's what they all tell me." He describes memories of his former love, in particular the way she looked and the funny quirks that made her unique. Despite this, he hopes that eventually, with enough time, she won't cross his mind and he'll be able to move on.
The lyrics are simple but heartfelt, describing the universal experience of healing after heartbreak. The repetition of "over time" is a powerful reminder that the pain will eventually fade, giving hope to anyone who has been hurt before. The specific details of the former lover's appearance and character make the song feel personal and nostalgic, emphasizing the difficulty of letting go of someone who was once so important.
Overall, "Overtime" is a moving and relatable song about the process of healing after a breakup. It offers a message of hope and resilience, encouraging listeners to hold on and trust that time will bring healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Over time
As time goes on
That's what they all tell me
I hear it often from others
That's what they say to me
I'm constantly reminded of it
Over time
As more time passes
Your blue eyes and your black eyelashes
I remember the small details of you
The way you looked at life in your funny way
Your unique perspective on life still resonates with me
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
One day I won't think of you unexpectedly
And I'll get over you over time
Eventually, the pain of losing you will fade
Your pale skin and your sexy crooked teeth
Even the imperfections about you were beautiful to me
The trouble you get in in your clumsy way
Your endearing quirks and mishaps were a part of who you were
I guess one afternoon you won't cross my mind
There will come a time when I don't think of you for a whole day
And I'll get over you over time
Slowly but surely, I will move on from you
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
One day, I will have control over my thoughts of you
And I'll get over you over time
It will take time, but I will get through this pain
Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LUCINDA WILLIAMS
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@RonjasCCQ
Lyrics:
Over time
That's what they all tell me
That's what they say to me
Over time
Your blue eyes and your black eyelashes
The way you looked at life in your funny way
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
Your pale skin and your sexy crooked teeth
The trouble you get in in your clumsy way
I guess one afternoon you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
@RonjasCCQ
Lyrics:
Over time
That's what they all tell me
That's what they say to me
Over time
Your blue eyes and your black eyelashes
The way you looked at life in your funny way
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
Your pale skin and your sexy crooked teeth
The trouble you get in in your clumsy way
I guess one afternoon you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
I guess out of the blue you won't cross my mind
And I'll get over you over time
@jimmycollette9209
Good thing Willie sings on this song.
@nightingaleofsorrow9349
Just found this video/song. What a beautiful duet! My blood pressure went down 15 points just listening! Love itβ¦π
@robertbowles5156
Drove 315 miles to Allentown PA from Rochester NY to see Lucinda first time. Well worth the time great show
@anelladambrosio2513
Bellissimo duetto!quanta dolcezza nella voce di Willie...ππ€πππΆπΈπΆππππ―ππ―π
@thomasziemann8107
Willie&Lucinda πͺ
@georgereed3293
There are so many great things about this performance. WIllie's guitar and vocals, an amazing band, and Lucinda's vocals and timing that are like nobody else's. What a great piece of art.
@kariskjerseth8818
well said
@jimw.4161
A great song...
Two great singers...
Two great song writers...
Two wonderful people...
Love you, Willie & Lucinda
@rachaeldaveslater3181
That wa so bad ass