Only Time - Original Version Lyrics
Enya
Lyrics
Who can say
where the road goes
where the day flows
only time
And who can say
if your love grows
as your heart chose
only time
Who can say
why your heart sighs
as your love flies
only time
And who can say
why your heart cries
when your love lies
only time
Who can say
when the roads meet
that love might be
in your heart
And who can say
when the day sleeps
if the night keeps
all your heart
Night keeps all your heart
Who can say
if your love grows
as your heart chose
only time
And who can say
where the road goes
where the day flows
only time
Who knows
only time
Who knows
only time
Song & Lyrics Facts
Enya's "Only Time" was released in November 2000 as the lead single from her fifth studio album, A Day Without Rain. The song was written by Enya and Roma Ryan, with production handled by Nicky Ryan.
An instrumental version of the song is included on the album, while the original version features lyrics sung in English and Gaelic. The track became an international hit, reaching number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and topping the charts in countries such as Austria, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland. Lyrically, "Only Time" speaks about accepting life's uncertainties and finding peace within them. The soothing melody and gentle instrumentation provide a calming atmosphere for the listener to reflect upon the lyrics.