before the day is over
joji Lyrics
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Things changing course, smiles fade to grin
Now the moment's gone, just as I feared
And I was hopin', and I was hopin' this time
No longer here, we were feeling bliss
Don't hold your tongue, there's no time for tricks
You've been closing up, I expected this
I know it won't be long
I know you're almost gone
Hold on, let me in before the day is over
Just let me in before the day is over
Say something soon, we might lose it all
Something we can use to break our fall
There's nothing left to do when we start to stall
And I was hopin' that we could hold it this time
I know it won't be long
I know you're almost gone
Hold on, let me in before the day is over
Just let me in before the day is over
Let me in, let me in
Just let me in before the day is over
(I can't take another day)
(I could go insane)
(There's only so much I can take)
(I can't live this way)
(I can't take another day)
(I could go insane)
(There's only so much I can take)
(I can't live this way)
Let me in, let me in (I know it won't be long)
Just let me in before the day is over (I know you're almost gone)
Let me in, let me in
Just let me in before the day is over
Overall Meaning
The first verse of Joji's "Before The Day Is Over" talks about the fear of missed opportunities and the feeling of disappointment that usually accompanies them. The use of the phrase, "Things changing course" highlights the idea of sudden changes that may alter one's perspective and push them further away from achieving what they want. The following lines emphasize the notion of time slipping away, leaving no room for second chances. The repetition of "And I was hopin', and I was hopin' this time" conveys the sense of desperation that the singer feels, hoping for a good outcome that doesn't seem likely.
The second verse of the song focuses on the regret of not being able to fully appreciate a moment of happiness during a time when it was available. The lines, "Don't hold your tongue, there's no time for tricks. You've been closing up, I expected this" suggests that the singer has been fighting with a partner or a loved one, trying to keep them open and communicative. It is suggested that this hasn't happened, and that this lack of communication could be the reason for the almost-lost moment. The repeated line, "I know it won't be long, I know you're almost gone," is a powerful reminder of the time-sensitive nature of the situation. It conveys the singer's fear of losing the opportunity to make things right before it's too late.
The chorus of the song focuses on the plea for help to mend a broken relationship. The repeated sentiment of "let me in before the day is over" is a desperate plea, which suggests that the singer will do anything to fix the situation before it's too late. This plea for help is repeated until the end of the song, driving the importance of the moment home.
Overall, "Before The Day Is Over" is a deeply emotional song that speaks to the fear of missed opportunities, the regret of lost happiness, and the desperate need for reconciliation when things have gone wrong.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what you wanna hear
I am unsure of the words you wish to listen to
Things changing course, smiles fade to grin
Situations are altering, happiness turns to forced smiles
Now the moment's gone, just as I feared
The time has slipped away, just as I anticipated
And I was hopin', and I was hopin' this time
I was optimistic, I was optimistic this time
No longer here, we were feeling bliss
The delight we once felt is no longer present
Don't hold your tongue, there's no time for tricks
Do not remain silent, there is no time for deceit
You've been closing up, I expected this
You have been shutting down, I predicted this
But I was hopin' that you'd stay open this time
However, I was optimistic that you would remain receptive this time
Say something soon, we might lose it all
Communiate quickly, we may lose everything
Something we can use to break our fall
Something to use as a safety net if we trip
There's nothing left to do when we start to stall
We are out of options when we begin to falter
And I was hopin' that we could hold it this time
Furthermore, I had hoped that we could sustain this time
Let me in, let me in
Permit me to gain entry
Just let me in before the day is over
Simply admit me before the day is finished
(I can't take another day)
(I cannot endure another day)
(I could go insane)
(I could lose my mind)
(There's only so much I can take)
(I have a threshold)
(I can't live this way)
(I cannot continue to exist like this)
Let me in, let me in (I know it won't be long)
Permit me to gain entry (I am aware that time is limited)
Just let me in before the day is over (I know you're almost gone)
Simply admit me before the day is finished (I understand that you are nearly gone)
Let me in, let me in
Permit me to gain entry
Just let me in before the day is over
Simply admit me before the day is finished
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Joji Kusunoki, Justin Parker, Samuel Joseph Dew
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