Lyrics
Time is always present
Time is consistently present.
Never on our side
Time is not on our side; it is always against us.
Looks can be deceiving
Looks can be misleading; appearances may not reflect reality.
So can eyes
Just like appearances, eyes can also deceive or mislead.
Is that what he said to you that night?
Refers to a specific night and questions if certain statements were made.
Said that night
Reiteration of questioning statements made on that particular night.
Love is always failing
Love is consistently failing; it never perseveres.
Never giving up
Love never gives up; it persists despite failures.
You say we're okay
Assurance that the relationship is fine according to the speaker.
Is that enough?
Questioning whether being 'okay' is sufficient for the relationship.
What's the point in trying if we're done?
Raising the question of the purpose of effort if the relationship is over.
If we're done
Reiteration of questioning the point of trying if the relationship is finished.
Picture perfect on the wall
Refers to an idealized image of the relationship displayed on the wall.
But reality has come
Contrasts the idealized image with the harsh reality that has set in.
Strip away all of the things
Expresses the need to remove words spoken and actions done in the relationship.
That I've said and that you've done
Continues the theme of removing negative elements from the relationship.
Picture perfect with a twist
Describes the ideal image on the wall but acknowledges a deviation or unexpected aspect.
Say you love me with a kiss
Asks for verbal confirmation of love through a kiss.
Not enough cause what this is
States that verbal expressions and gestures may not be sufficient for the current situation.
Isn't working after all
Concludes that the current state of the relationship is not effective despite efforts.
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