Time
Hootie & the Blowfish
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Time why you punish me Like a wave bashing into the shore You wash away my dreams Time why you walk away Like a friend with somewhere to go You left me crying Can you teach me 'bout tomorrow And all the pain and sorrow running free 'Cause tomorrow's just another day And I don't believe in time Time I don't understand Children killing in the street Dying for the color of red Time there red and blue Wash them in the ocean, make them clean Maybe their mother won't cry tonight Can you teach me about tomorrow And all the pain and sorrow running free But tomorrow's just another day And I don't believe in Time is wasting time is walking You ain't no friend of mine I don't know where I'm goin' I think I'm out of my mind Thinking about time And if I die tomorrow Just lay me down in sleep Time is wasting time is walking You ain't no friend of mine I don't know where I'm goin' I think I'm out of my mind Thinking about time Time you left me standing there Like a tree growing all alone The wind just stripped me bare Stripped me bare Time the past has come and gone The future's far away And now only lasts for one second, one second Can you teach me 'bout tomorrow And all the pain and sorrow, running free 'Cause tomorrow's just another day And I don't believe in time You ain't no friend of mine I don't know where I'm goin' I think I'm out of my mind Walking, wasting You ain't no friend of mine And I don't know where I'm goin' No don't know Time without courage And time without fear Is just wasted, wasted Wasted time Time why you punish me
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Written by: Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker, Jim Sonefeld
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Time" was released in July 1995 as the fourth single from the band's debut album "Cracked Rear View."
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Chart performanceThe song managed to reach the top 10 on the US Mainstream Rock chart, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100, contributing to the album's huge success.
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Genre ClassificationKnown for their pop-rock sound, "Time" is a fusion of roots rock, pop, and blues influences, blending acoustic and electric instruments.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by four members of the band including Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, and Mark Bryan.
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The Band's Debut Album"Cracked Rear View" where "Time" comes from, became one of the best-selling albums of all time in the U.S., and the best-selling debut album by a band.
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Tracks in the Album"Time" is the second track on the "Cracked Rear View" album.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song's lyrics emphasize the preciousness and passing of time, promoting listeners to appreciate every moment.
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Concert Staple"Time" has become a commonplace in Hootie & the Blowfish live shows due to its popularity amongst fans.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Time" was directed by Frank Sacramento and it was filmed entirely in black and white, which mirrors the song's nostalgic, introspective theme.
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Critical ReceptionCritics generally gave favorable reviews to "Time", praising its thoughtful lyrics, catchy rhythm, and Rucker's distinctive, soulful vocals.
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AwardsThough the song itself did not specifically win an award, its parent album "Cracked Rear View", took out a Grammy for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals, in 1996.
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Artists' TransitionFollowing Hootie & the Blowfish, lead singer Darius Rucker embarked on a successful solo career in country music. Despite this, "Time" remains a fan-favorite during his solo shows.
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