New Dog Old Tricks
Time's Relentless Tide: Nostalgia and Change in 'New Dog Old Tricks'
Lyrics
Best of friends, think as thieves
Expressing a close and trusting friendship, comparing it to partners in crime.
Side by side, is where we'd be
Describing the unity and closeness of the relationship by being side by side.
On dusty roads, 'round a beach
Recalling shared experiences on dusty roads and around a beach.
Ridin' high and smilin' from the shotgun sea
Portraying a carefree and joyful image, riding high and smiling together.
The thought of losin' you, was killin' me
Expressing the fear and pain of the thought of losing the companion.
Wish that we could slow down time
Expressing a desire to slow down time, cherishing the present.
Seven years to each in mind
Reflecting on the passage of time, realizing the inevitability of aging.
Gettin' old is somethin' we can't fix
Acceptance of aging as an unavoidable part of life.
All these years, we've been runnin'
Acknowledging the continuous journey together over the years.
From a day we both know is comin'
Facing a known future day, possibly a challenging one.
Why's it gotta be like this?
Expressing frustration or sadness about the inevitability of the situation.
Don't wanna teach a new dog old tricks
Resisting the idea of adapting to new ways or changes.
Can't teach a new dog old tricks
Highlighting the difficulty of making someone accustomed to old habits learn new things.
You give me space so I could work
Acknowledging the need for personal space to grow and develop.
You come in close if I was hurt
Recognizing the support provided during difficult times.
You take the lead, I fall in line
Describing a dynamic where roles are taken and followed willingly.
You've helped me more than you will ever realize
Expressing deep gratitude for the unspoken assistance received.
And there ain't no good in this goodbye
Emphasizing the emotional difficulty of parting ways.
Wish that we could slow down time
Reiterating the desire to slow down time and savor the moments.
Seven years to each in mind
Continuing to reflect on the passing of time and its impact on individuals.
Gettin' old is somethin' we can't fix
Acceptance of the inevitable aging process.
All these years, we've been runnin'
Recalling the continuous journey, possibly running away from an approaching difficult day.
From a day we both know is comin'
Acknowledging the awareness of an impending challenging event.
Why's it gotta be like this?
Expressing frustration or sadness about the unavoidable situation.
Don't wanna teach a new dog old tricks
Resisting the idea of adapting to new ways or changes.
Can't teach a new dog old tricks
Highlighting the difficulty of making someone accustomed to old habits learn new things.
Makin' this call, takin' this drive cuts me like a knife
Describing the emotional difficulty of making a tough decision or facing a challenging situation.
You were ten of the best years and one of the worse days of my life
Acknowledging the significant impact of the relationship, both positive and negative.
Wish that we could slow down time
Reiterating the desire to slow down time and savor the moments.
Seven years to each in mind
Continuing to reflect on the passing of time and its impact on individuals.
Gettin' old is somethin' we can't fix
Acceptance of the inevitable aging process.
All these years, we've been runnin'
Recalling the continuous journey, possibly running away from an approaching difficult day.
From a day we both know is comin'
Acknowledging the awareness of an impending challenging event.
Why's it gotta be like this?
Expressing frustration or sadness about the unavoidable situation.
Now I gotta teach a new dog old tricks
Accepting the need to adapt and teach new ways in the face of change.
Can't teach a new dog old tricks
Highlighting the difficulty of making someone accustomed to old habits learn new things.
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