Time

Hootie & the Blowfish

About Time

"Time" is a song by American rock band Hootie & the Blowfish. It was released in October 1995 as the fourth single from their breakthrough album, Cracked Rear View. It peaked at number 14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one in Canada for a week in February 1996. The song also peaked at number 35 in New Zealand, number nine in Iceland and number four on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.


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Time, why you punish me?
Like a wave crashing in to the shore, you wash away my dreams.
 
Time, why you walk away?
Like a friend with somewhere to go, you left me cryin'.
Can you teach me 'bout tomorrow and all the pain and sorrow, runnin' free?
'Cause tomorrow's just another day and I don't believe in time.
 
Time, I don't understand.
Children killin' in the street, dyin' for the color of a rag.
 
Time, take their red and blue.
Wash them in the ocean, make them clean.
Maybe their mothers won't cry tonight.
 
Can you teach me 'bout tomorrow and all the pain and sorrow, runnin' free?
'Cause tomorrow's just another day and I don't believe in 
Time is wastin' time is walking.
You ain't no friend of mine.
I don't know where I'm going.
I think I'm out of my mind, thinkin' about time.
And if I die tomorrow, yeah, just lay me down to sleep.
Time is wastin' time is walking.
You ain't no friend of mine.
I don't know where I'm going.
I think I'm out of my mind, thinkin' about time.
 
Time, you left me standin' there, like a tree growin' all alone.
The wind just stripped me bare, stripped me bare.
 
Time, the past has come and gone.
The future's far away.
Well, now only lasts for one second, one second.
 
Can you teach me 'bout tomorrow and all the pain and sorrow, runnin' free?
'Cause tomorrow's just another day and I don't believe in 
Time is wastin' time is walking.
You ain't no friend of mine.
I don't know where I'm going.
I think I'm out of my mind. 
Walkin', wastin', you ain't no friend of mine.
I don't know where I'm goin', lost, no, no, no.
Time without courage and time without fear is just wasted, 
 

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Hootie & the Blowfish

Hootie & the Blowfish is an American rock band that was popular in the 1990s. They were originally formed in 1986 at the University of South Carolina by Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, and Mark Bryan. As of July 2010[update], the band had charted sixteen singles on various Billboard singles charts and recorded five studio albums; and their 1994 debut album, Cracked Rear View, was the 15th best-selling album of all time in the US, having been certified platinum 16 times. more »

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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."
Chart performance
The 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.
Genre Classification
Known for their pop-rock sound, "Time" is a fusion of roots rock, pop, and blues influences, blending acoustic and electric instruments.
Song Composition
The song was written by four members of the band including Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, and Mark Bryan.
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.
Tracks in the Album
"Time" is the second track on the "Cracked Rear View" album.
Lyrics Interpretation
The song's lyrics emphasize the preciousness and passing of time, promoting listeners to appreciate every moment.
Concert Staple
"Time" has become a commonplace in Hootie & the Blowfish live shows due to its popularity amongst fans.
Music Video
The 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.
Critical Reception
Critics generally gave favorable reviews to "Time", praising its thoughtful lyrics, catchy rhythm, and Rucker's distinctive, soulful vocals.
Awards
Though 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.
Artists' Transition
Following 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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