You Can't Go Back
Embracing Forever: Navigating Life's Uncharted Path with Del Amitri
Lyrics
You can’t go back
You cannot return to the past
Honey, that is what they told me
People have informed me of this
You know what I think of that
Expressing my opinion on that statement
Cos I’m back here at your side
I am currently by your side
Were you lonely?
Were you feeling alone?
Were you eaten up inside
Did you experience internal turmoil?
Thinking if only we’d tried...
Reflecting on the possibility that trying harder in the past might have been beneficial
You can’t go back
Reiterating the inability to go back
But back then nobody could hold me
During that time, no one could restrain me
So I’ve come back round
I have returned and hold you accountable for this
And I’m holding you to this
Emphasizing commitment to a relationship
That thing between us
Referring to the emotional connection between the speaker and the other person
That we knew was something special
Acknowledging a special and significant bond
Well, it seems it still is...
Indicating that the special connection still exists
They can’t destroy us
Asserting that external forces cannot ruin their connection
We put the seal on it
Confirming the solidity of their commitment
So be joyous
Encouraging celebration and happiness
Cos once the fuse is lit
Once a situation is set in motion, there's no turning back
You can’t go back.
Reiterating the inability to go back
You can’t go back
Reiterating the impossibility of returning to the past
That is what they told us
Others have also been told this
I know what you think of that
Acknowledging awareness of the other person's opinion
You’ve made it pretty clear.
Expressing clarity in communication
So, baby
Requesting a commitment to a lasting relationship
Promise me forever
Seeking a promise of enduring commitment
You will stay right here...
Requesting the other person to remain in the current situation
And you can’t go back.
Reiterating the inability to go back
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