Gettin' Old
Embracing Change: Letting Love Grow and Aging Gracefully
Lyrics
Well I bet you heard I was moving on good, because you couldn't be the man you Thought You could
The speaker implies that news of their progress after a breakup has spread, attributing it to the inability of their former partner to live up to their perceived potential.
Honey time has a way of taking it's toll, and your lies are getting old
Time passing has revealed the toll it takes, and the dishonesty of the ex-partner has become tiresome and predictable.
You keep calling my number saying "baby I've changed" after so many years I know your Games
Despite the ex-partner's claims of change, the speaker recognizes these as manipulative tactics after experiencing years of their games and insincerity.
Honey let me go and let me grow because you're the one to blame
The speaker urges the ex-partner to release them and allow personal growth, emphasizing the ex's responsibility for the situation.
Well time has a way of taking it's toll, and all this is doing is getting old
Reiterating the toll of passing time and the wearisome nature of the situation.
So love your mama, call your friends, be the best damn person you can
An urging to focus on positive relationships (family and friends) and personal development despite the pain caused.
Keep love in your heart, don't expect the same you ain't always the one to blame
Encouragement to maintain love in one's heart despite not always receiving it in return, acknowledging that blame isn't always one-sided.
When it all slows down you'll look around and see, you'll never find another with a heart Like me
A warning that when life calms down, the ex-partner will realize the rarity of finding someone with a heart like the speaker's.
Well Momma called me just the other day, she said you know your daddy's getting old And gray
The speaker recalls a conversation with their mother, who highlighted the aging of the speaker's father, advising caution in their lifestyle choices to ensure his well-being.
Better Slow on down on that crown before he's six feet in the ground
A caution to slow down excessive behaviors (possibly drinking) that might negatively impact the father's health and longevity.
And I know he's got a heart like mine, so I just let him enjoy his time, when he walks with Jesus he'll smile and say I made her just the same
The speaker empathizes with their father's desire to enjoy life, knowing he's like the speaker in character. The reference to walking with Jesus suggests a peaceful passing for the father, proud of his child.
Because when it all slows down you'll look around and see, you'll never find another with A heart like me
Repeated warning that, in the future, the ex-partner will realize the uniqueness of the speaker's heart.
So love your mama, call your friends, be the best damn person you can
Reiteration to focus on positive relationships and personal growth.
Keep love in your heart, don't expect the same you ain't always the one to blame
Encouragement to maintain love despite not always receiving it back, reiterating that blame isn't always one-sided.
When it all slows down you'll look around and see, you'll never find another with a heart Like me
Repeated warning of the ex-partner's future realization about the rarity of finding someone like the speaker.
That old gray dog sitting in the backyard who's had your back through your broken Hearts
A metaphorical reference to someone loyal and supportive (possibly a pet) who has been there through difficult times.
Your mom, your dad, that boyfriend you had reminds me I'm getting old
Mentions various figures (mom, dad, past boyfriend) to emphasize the passing of time and aging, making the speaker aware of their own aging.
So love your mama, call your friends, be the best damn person you can
Encouragement to prioritize positive relationships and personal development.
Keep love in your heart, don't expect the same you ain't always the one to blame
Encouragement to maintain love despite not always receiving it in return, acknowledging shared responsibility in relationships.
When it all slows down you'll look around and see, you'll never find another with a heart Like me
Repeated warning that the ex-partner will eventually recognize the uniqueness of the speaker's heart.
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