Lyrics
As time and tidings go by
Reflecting on the passage of time and events
I sit by my window and try
Contemplating while sitting by the window
To remember
Focusing on recollection
As time and tidings go by
Reiteration of the theme of time and events
I think of the things that we've done
Recalling past experiences
And all of the songs that we've sung
Remembering the songs sung from May to December
From May to December
Emphasizing the time period from spring to winter
As time and tidings go by
Reiterating the passing of time and events
As time and tidings go by
Repetition for emphasis
She can't remember
Expressing someone's inability to remember
All of the things that we've done
Reference to shared experiences that are forgotten
And she can't remember
Highlighting the inability to recall songs
None of the songs that we've sung
Emphasizing the forgetfulness of sung songs
Though it's hard, I will try
Expressing difficulty but determination to try
Though it's hard, to say goodbye
Acknowledging the challenge of saying goodbye
As times and tidings go by
Reiteration of the passing of time and events
I sit by my window and try
Continuing reflection by the window
To remember
Emphasizing the act of remembering
As time and tidings go by
Reiteration of the theme of time and events
As time and tidings go by
Repetition for emphasis
As time and tidings go by
Concluding repetition of the passage of time and events
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