Yesterday
Echoes of Love Lost: Billy Dean's Melancholic Reflection
Lyrics
Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away
All the problems and challenges from the past seemed distant and less troubling.
Now it looks as though they're here to stay
Now, it appears that these troubles are not going away; they are becoming a persistent part of the present.
Oh, I believe in yesterday
The speaker expresses a belief in the simplicity and contentment of the past, symbolized by "yesterday."
Suddenly, I'm not half the man I used to be
The speaker feels a significant change, losing a sense of identity and completeness.
There's a shadow hanging over me
A metaphorical shadow or burden is affecting the speaker, possibly representing sorrow or regret.
Oh, yesterday came suddenly
Yesterday, the positive past, is contrasted with the sudden arrival of challenges or hardships.
Why she had to go, I don't know, she wouldn't say
The speaker questions why a significant person in their life left without explanation.
I said something wrong, now I long for yesterday
The speaker reflects on saying something that may have led to the departure and wishes to return to the ease of yesterday.
Yesterday, love was such an easy game to play
In the past, love was uncomplicated and enjoyable.
Now I need a place to hide away
Now, the speaker seeks a refuge or escape from the complexities of the current situation.
Oh, I believe in yesterday
Reiteration of belief in the simplicity and happiness of yesterday.
Why she had to go, I don't know, she wouldn't say
Continued uncertainty about the reasons for the person's departure.
I said something wrong, now I long for yesterday
Regret over saying something wrong and the desire to go back to the trouble-free past.
Yesterday, love was such an easy game to play
A repetition emphasizing the contrast between the ease of love in the past and the current struggles.
Now I need a place to hide away
The speaker seeks a place of solace or seclusion to cope with the present difficulties.
Oh, I believe in yesterday
Reaffirmation of the speaker's belief in the simplicity and happiness of yesterday.
Oh, I believe in yesterday
A final declaration expressing faith in the positive qualities of the past.
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