Just the Way It is, Baby
Embracing Life's Changes: Shirley Adamson's "Just the Way It is, Baby
Lyrics
Do you remember once upon a time
Reflecting on a past time
When you were mine
Addressing a period when the speaker and the listener were romantically involved
The stars above were bright and new
Describing a time of optimism and happiness
I pulled them down for you
Symbolic gesture of offering something precious or making sacrifices
Just when I fell in love again
Expressing the speaker's experience of falling in love again
You said that all good things must end
Recalling a statement about the inevitable end of good things
Baby
Endearing term, possibly directed towards the listener
That's just the way it is, baby, whoa, whoa
Acknowledging and accepting the reality of the situation
Baby
Reiteration of the acceptance of the situation
That's just the way it is, baby
Reaffirming the acknowledgment of the way things are
I've never had a hand for solitaire
Expressing a lack of skill or luck in solo activities
It's so unfair
Perceiving life as unjust
That I should have my chance and lose
Feeling unfortunate despite having an opportunity
I feel like I've been used
Sensing exploitation or betrayal
To help you through another night
Acting as a supportive presence during difficult times
You spelled it out in black and white
Clear communication of the situation
Baby
Reiteration of acceptance in a melodic manner
That's just the way it is, baby, whoa, whoa
Reaffirmation of accepting the reality
Baby
Repeated confirmation of acknowledgment
That's just the way it is, baby
Consistent acknowledgment of the way things are
The tides that once had carried you away
Referencing the changing nature of circumstances
They bring you back today
Highlighting the cyclic nature of life and relationships
The time has washed away my pain
Expressing relief from past struggles or sorrows
I find that things have changed
Acknowledging the inevitability of change
And disappeared without a trace
Noticing the disappearance of familiar elements
You can't get back what you've erased
Recognizing the irreversibility of certain actions
And I say baby
Repetition of the term "baby" to convey a sense of empathy or understanding
That's just the way it is, baby, that's just the way it is
Emphasizing acceptance and resignation
Baby
Repetition of acknowledgment in a soulful manner
That's just the way it is, baby, ooh, that's just the way it is
Expressing the inevitability with emotional resonance
Baby
Continuation of acknowledging the situation
That's just the way it is, baby
Reiterating the acceptance of the way things are
Baby
Repetition for emphasis on acknowledging reality
That's just the way it is, baby (just the way it is)
Emphasizing acceptance with emotional intensity
Baby
Repetition of acknowledgment with heightened emotion
That's just the way it is, baby
Consistent acknowledgment of the reality with added emotion
Baby
Repetition for emotional impact
That's just the way it is, baby, baby
Reiterating acceptance with emotional emphasis
Baby
Consistent acknowledgment with emotional weight
That's just the way it is, baby
Reaffirmation of accepting the situation with emotional depth
Baby
Continuation of acknowledging the reality
That's just the way it is, baby
Reiteration of accepting the way things are
Baby, baby
Intensifying emotional connection through repetition of "baby"
That's just the way it is, baby
Repetition for emotional resonance
Baby
Reaffirming acceptance with emotional emphasis
That's just the way it is, baby
Final reiteration of accepting the reality of the situation
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