The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
Side by side can we see together if not forever. Loneliness is a compound word to me. Are we sharing this thought? Do you miss me as much as I miss you? As I look in the mirror I see you and I fading. Maybe fading but I am still waiting. Time is supposed to heal but I hate hours compared to days. Without you time just flows slower because it is the issues that matter in the end. Time is supposed to heal so why does it still hurt? Why does it hurt? Loneliness is a compound word to me. Are we sharing this thought? Do you miss me as much as I miss you? Because its the issues that matter most in the end to me. Time is supposed to heal so why does it still hurt? Are we sharing this thought? Do you miss me as much as I miss you? As I look in the mirror I see you and I fading. Maybe fading but I am still waiting. Time is supposed to heal so why does it hurt? Why does it hurt? Thus far I have had the time of my life. Thank God I recall our difference and we all fall down. You know I will be there for you.
Lyrics submitted by Hypothermic_Allergy
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