NF - Time Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus
Even if we both break down tonight
And you say you hate me, and we go to bed angry
I know everything will be alright
I'll be here waiting, I promise I'm changing
I just need...
Verse 1
A little time to show you I'm worth it
I know that I can be a difficult person
I'm a stress case, drive you up the wall when I'm workin'
Actually, I'm probably worse when I'm not, you don't deserve it
Make you nervous 'cause you know I'ma break soon
Every time I do, I say somethin' that hurts you
Actin' like I'm gone, but we both in the same room
I don't like to be wrong, which I know you relate to
And I know I make you feel like you're at the end of your road
That's when I look at you and tell you I'd be better alone
Just the pride talkin', isn't it? 'Cause both of us know
I'm the definition of "wreck" if you look into my soul
Comes out the most when I feel I'm in a vulnerable place
Made a lot of mistakes I wish I knew how to erase
When I'm afraid, might get distant and I push you away
But no matter the case, I'ma do whatever it takes even if??"
Chorus
Even if we both break down tonight
And you say you hate me, and we go to bed angry
I know everything will be alright
I'll be here waiting, I promise I'm changing
I just need…
Post-Chorus
Time (Oh)
I, I need time (Oh, oh)
I just need time (Oh)
I, I need time (Oh)
Time (Oh), time (Oh)
Verse 2
Yeah, way before I bought you the ring
We were fighting back and forth like you were wearin' the thing
Two passionate people not afraid to say what they think
Lead to passionate conversation when it's hard to agree
You know me well, sittin' on the edge of my seat
Lookin' at life, overanalyzin' everything
Always depressed, tryna find a better version of me
Searching for somethin' I know's prolly right in front of my feet
Stubborn as me? Maybe not, but you're close to it
Got a lot of issues, I'm tryin' to work through 'em
Going to therapy for you's somethin' that's worth doin'
When I know you been there for me through all of my worst moments
And I know it hurts knowing that I carry this weight on my chest
Making it difficult for me to open up and connect
Lot of regrets, I apologize for all of the stress
That's not what I meant to do, you know I love you to death even if??"
Chorus
Even if we both break down tonight
And you say you hate me, and we go to bed angry
I know everything will be alright
I'll be here waiting, I promise I'm changing
I just need...
Post-Chorus
Time (Oh)
I, I need time (Oh, oh)
I just need time (Oh)
I, I need time (Oh)
Time (Oh), time (Oh)
I just need time (Oh)
I, I need time (Oh, oh)
I just need time (Oh)
I, I need time (Oh)
Time (Oh), time (Oh)
Video
NF - Time
Meaning & Inspiration
NF’s “Time,” released in July 2019, delves into the profound weight of mortality and the relentless march of time, a theme that resonates deeply with the human experience. While not explicitly a Christian song, its exploration of existential concerns and the desire for a lasting legacy can be powerfully illuminated through a biblical lens, offering a framework for understanding the song’s emotional landscape. The track grapples with the awareness that our earthly tenure is fleeting, prompting introspection on how we spend this precious, finite gift. This mirrors the wisdom found in Scripture, which consistently urges us to be mindful of our days. For instance, Psalm 90:12 states, "So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom." NF's lyrical journey expresses a similar yearning, a desire to make each moment count in the face of an inevitable conclusion. The song conveys a sense of urgency, a recognition that opportunities missed will not return, echoing the sentiment in Ecclesiastes 9:10, which advises, "Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom." This profound awareness of limited time naturally leads to questions about purpose and impact, about what truly endures beyond our physical presence. In this regard, the song touches upon the universal human longing for significance, for a life that leaves a positive imprint. The biblical narrative consistently points to actions rooted in love, faith, and service as the enduring elements of a life well-lived. Proverbs 11:30 tells us, "The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and whoever captures souls is wise." While NF’s lyrics explore a more personal struggle with legacy, the underlying sentiment of wanting to leave something meaningful behind can be interpreted as a natural, if unarticulated, desire for an impact that transcends the temporal. The song’s powerful articulation of this fundamental human anxiety about time’s passage offers a poignant reminder to consider how we invest our hours, our days, and our years, prompting a deep consideration of what truly matters in the grand scheme of existence.