Never Is A Long Time — English translation

Roxette · english → English

What "Never Is A Long Time" means

This melancholic song explores the pain of heartbreak and final separation. The narrator reflects on a ruined relationship where promises were broken, leaving behind feelings of abandonment and longing. Poetic imagery of weeping angels and dark nights reflects deep sorrow and emotional darkness. Ultimately, the song wrestles with the harsh reality of finality, realizing that saying goodbye forever means facing an agonizingly long period of grief without answers or comfort.

You build it up and tear it down
You construct everything only to destroy it
There's no reason to follow you
There is no point in following your path
You left the song without a sound
You abandoned the melody without making a sound
You left the story I made for you
You walked away from the narrative I crafted for us

Quick answers

What does "Never Is A Long Time" by Roxette mean?

This melancholic song explores the pain of heartbreak and final separation. The narrator reflects on a ruined relationship where promises were broken, leaving behind feelings of abandonment and longing. Poetic imagery of weeping angels and dark nights reflects deep sorrow and emotional darkness. Ultimately, the song wrestles with the harsh reality of finality, realizing that saying goodbye forever means facing an agonizingly long period of grief without answers or comfort.

What language is "Never Is A Long Time" sung in?

Never Is A Long Time by Roxette is sung in English.

Is there an English translation of "Never Is A Long Time"?

Yes. Kemi has a line-by-line English translation of "Never Is A Long Time" by Roxette. The first lines are free to read on this page, and a free account unlocks the full translation.

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