Not A Love Poem
Love's Evolution: A Poetic Reflection on Enduring Connection
Lyrics
Make no mistake
Emphasizes the importance of understanding a specific point
This isn't a love poem
Asserts that the poem is not about romantic love
But I did hear a story about this couple that was married for 67 years
Shares a story about a couple married for a long time
That's 268 seasons 804 months and 24,458 days
Breaks down the length of the marriage into various time units
When the husband was asked how he could be in love with the same woman for so long
Explains an inquiry made to the husband regarding his enduring love
He laughed and said she hasn't been the same woman at all
States that the wife has changed over time
Maybe that's what makes love last
Suggests that change might be crucial for sustaining love
To dance on the ashes of who we once were
Metaphorically suggests moving forward from past selves in a relationship
Instead of holding each other hostage to the person we knew
Advises against holding onto outdated versions of each other
I've always feared losing you or becoming lost in you
Expresses fear of losing identity within the relationship
No one tells you the bravest thing you can do is open up the gates of your rib cage
States the courage in allowing someone to deeply impact your life
And let someone leave their fingerprints on your heart
Symbolizes letting someone make a lasting impression on your emotions
Knowing that whether it's in a minute or a lifetime
Recognizes the inevitable separation in any relationship
One day you will part
Reflects on the eventual parting despite the emotional investment
But make no mistake this isn't a love poem because I don't write love poems anymore
Reiterates that the poem isn't about love, indicating a change in writing style
But if I did
Hypothetically mentions writing a love poem despite not doing so anymore
I'd tell you love may conquer all
Highlights the dual nature of love, its ability to both triumph and hurt
But it will also break you until you open to every kind of love there is
Emphasizes the necessity of embracing various forms of love
The kind of love where I'll give you my sweatshirt when you're cold
Describes a caring, comforting love shown through gestures
The kind of love where I'll kiss every wrinkle when you're old
Depicts an affectionate love transcending age and physical changes
The kind of love where I keep you on your toes and drive you fucking crazy
Portrays a playful, passionate love that can be intense
But at the end of day we're still lucky to call each other baby
Acknowledges the challenges but affirms gratitude for the relationship
I don't write love poems anymore
Reaffirms the shift in the author's writing theme away from love poems
But if I did
Repeats the idea of hypothetically writing a love poem
I would say one last thing just to make myself clear
Expresses uncertainty about comprehending love
I don't have the slightest clue what love is
Admits a lack of understanding regarding the concept of love
But I can tell you this
Asserts that love is fundamental to human existence
It's the reason that we all exist
Posits that love is a reason for human existence
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