Story Behind The Song
The song tells the story of a guy who builds a long-lasting relationship with a girl from his hometown who had previously been out of his league. As it turns out, they're both just looking for something that'll last.
Song Description
The song is a contemporary country take on the value of things that last, especially relationships. It features solid vocal and dobro performances, as well as electric guitars and B3 organ.
| Song Length |
3:50 |
Genre |
Country - Contemporary, Country - Traditional |
| Tempo |
Medium Fast (131 - 150) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Cool, Content |
Subject |
Happiness, Relationship |
| Similar Artists |
Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
SOMETHIN' THAT'LL LAST
Mark Patterson
Copyright 2023
I've been chasing her since high school
Back then she liked the outlaw types
That landed her in a lot of hot water
But she was still innocent in my eyes
At our 10-year reunion we connected
She said honey I don't want to go fast
I'm taking my time cause I'm looking for someone
Who's looking for somethin' that'll last
And I'm just fine with that arrangement
And I don't mind her colorful past
She's just fine with my brand of derangement
If there's one thing that I know
Sometimes you gotta take things slow
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last
Forget the fads and infatuations
All of that fades so fast
Don't waste your time on today's sensations
Tomorrow they're forgotten and slip into the past
And I'm just fine with that arrangement
And I don't mind her colorful past
She's just fine with my brand of derangement
If there's one thing that I know
Sometimes you gotta take things slow
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last
Looks like we're in it for the long haul
Who'd have thought we'd make it this far
She calls me her Rock of Gibraltar
And when I'm adrift she's my North Star
If you're tired of waiting for lightening to strike
And all of your hopes have been dashed
Just when you're ready to throw in the towel
l bet you find somethin' that'll last
And I'm just fine with that arrangement
And I don't mind her colorful past
She's just fine with my brand of derangement
If there's one thing that I know
Sometimes you gotta take things slow
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last