They began as studio engineers at Mickie Most's RAK recording studio in London, engineering music for British groups like the Pet Shop Boys, Young Disciples, and Robert Plant. In 1997 they were asked by a college friend, Nigel Godrich (who was busy producing 'OK Computer'), to remix Radiohead's "Climbing Up the Walls". They called the mix "the Zero 7 Mix" which stuck.
In Time
Zero 7 Lyrics
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Got time on my own
There's no destination
Wondering whether I'll feel it again
Keep my hands off the wheel
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
Just hang around awhile
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself around
The autumn leaves are falling
Falling down on me
And there's nothing I can do
And there's nothing I can say
That's gonna change the way I feel
Keep my hands off the wheel
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
Take some time
Just hang around awhile
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself around
Take this time
Just hang around awhile
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself
Change itself around
I feel it's true
All alone without you
I feel it's true
'Cause you're running with the wind
And you're running with your life
Won't you come inside
Keep my hands off the wheel
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
Take some time
Just hang around awhile
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself around
The lyrics of "In Time" by Zero 7 feat. Sophie Barker express a sense of aimlessness and uncertainty in life, as the singer has time on their hands with no clear destination or purpose. They are wondering whether they will feel any sense of direction or passion again. The repetition of the line "keep my hands off the wheel 'cause there's nowhere else to go" further emphasizes this sense of being lost and directionless. The singer wants to just sit back and take some time to reflect, without making any rash decisions that might cause them to lose or disappoint someone important to them.
The autumn leaves falling on the singer further echoes this sense of change and unpredictability in life, as the seasons change and time marches on without regard for their own feelings or desires. The repetition of the final lines "I feel it's true / All alone without you" suggests a sense of longing or missing someone who is no longer with them - perhaps someone who once gave them direction, purpose, or a sense of belonging. The song ends with the hopeful suggestion that even though time may bring changes and uncertainty, it will eventually change itself around and offer new opportunities and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
All the words are calling
I am being called by many things to do and say certain things.
Got time on my own
I have some free time to myself without any obligations.
There's no destination
I am directionless and have no clear goal in mind.
Wondering whether I'll feel it again
I am unsure if I will ever experience a certain feeling again.
Keep my hands off the wheel
I am not in control and have to let life take me where it will.
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
I have no other options or choices.
Take some time
I need to spend some time to myself to reflect and recharge.
Just hang around awhile
I don't want to do anything in particular, I just want to be in the moment.
Like to sit this silent moment out
I want to sit and experience the moment of silence without any distractions.
I don't want to lose or let you down
I am afraid of disappointing someone or losing their trust or respect.
Time's just gonna change itself around
Time will move on and things will change whether I want them to or not.
The autumn leaves are falling
The leaves are falling from the trees during autumn.
Falling down on me
The leaves are falling and landing on me.
And there's nothing I can do
I am powerless to stop the leaves from falling.
And there's nothing I can say
Words cannot change the situation or make a difference.
That's gonna change the way I feel
No amount of words will change my emotions or how I feel about something.
I feel it's true
I believe something to be true.
All alone without you
I feel lonely without someone's presence.
'Cause you're running with the wind
Someone is busy and moving on while I am left behind.
And you're running with your life
They are living their life and moving forward while I am standing still.
Won't you come inside
I want someone to come join me or to invite them into my life.
Time's just gonna change itself
Time will continue to move forward and change without any help from me.
Take this time
I want to take this moment to myself.
Time's just gonna change itself around
Time will change and things will not always stay the same.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Mark Hoppus, Scott Raynor, Thomas DeLonge
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@camo5517
All the words are calling
Got time on my own
There's no destination
Wondering whether I'll feel it again
Keep my hands off the wheel
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
Take some time
Just hang around a while
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself around
The autumn leaves are falling
Falling down on me
And there's nothing I can do
And there's nothing I can say
That's gonna change the way I feel
Keep my hands off the wheel
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
Take some time
Just hang around a while
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself around
Take this time
Just hang around awhile
Like to sit this silent moment out
And I don't wanna lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself
Change itself around
I feel it's true
All alone without you
I feel it's true
'Cause you're running with the wind
And you're running with your life
Won't you come inside?
Inside
Keep my hands off the wheel
'Cause there's nowhere else to go
Take some time
Just hang around a while
Like to sit this silent moment out
I don't want to lose or let you down
Time's just gonna change itself around
@RM-lj8bv
I never get tired of Zero 7.
@latvians13
I love you Zero 7. You are a constant friend, that inspires me and makes me get sentimental.
Your music is beautiful and timeless.
Blessed be, peace & love!
@samuelruzza6938
This band has being with me in my happiest and saddest moments! I love Zero7
@RossPatzelt
Sophie Barker on vocals. Love it
@absorbtheearth82
"The Autumn leaves have fallen", such a chill tune and a beautiful time of the year, everything is dying but it's beautiful.
@bab0den
"what's autumn, dad??" - "oh, son, autumn was great .. it was waaay before the masks and the 11am curfew due to the hot steamy days. in those times, the rain was not toxic and violet.. when it rained, it was a joy! you could smell a particular scent that I would of remember in millisecond. the first drops of rain on a hot sidewalk, the big showers in the forest.. and the sounds.. ohh the sounds.." - sigh - "i'm so sorry, my son. i don't know what were we thinking.. probably about the next dying meme.." - "daddy, by meme, you mean prophet, right?" - "finish your download, Donald" ..
@Erin-uz2gf
dormant not dying. same as we tend to do in the winter before we come to life again. and yes it is beautiful in a sad way
@anninak_
Fantastic! So tender ... The video is lovely too.
I love your music, Zero 7 💚🎵💚
@Splinkvision
you guys have produced something timeless and beautiful
@Professor-kaoss
Always supplying us with such beautiful tunes! Thank you for that 🙏