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Only Time Will Tell
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Aug 5, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
JJ Heller's song 'Only Time Will Tell' is a tender reflection on the difficulty of expressing deep love, likely within a marriage or committed relationship. The lyrics acknowledge that words and metaphors fall short of capturing the beauty and depth of a lifelong bond. The song contrasts the ease of making vows with the reality of living them out over time, through both joys and hardships. It emphasizes that love is proven and understood through the unfolding story of shared life, not just through initial feelings or promises. The tone is intimate and contemplative, celebrating enduring commitment.
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There's not enough paper in this world
There's not enough ink to write it down
No melody is sweet enough
No metaphor is deep enough
To describe the treasure I have found
I keep trying to tell you how I feel
But I always come up short
How beautiful you are to me
But there aren't enough words
I keep trying to write a love song
But it's hard to say it well
Love is a story that only time will tell
It's one thing to say "for better or worse"
And another when you find out what that means
So much happens over time
Some dreams come true and some will die
How do you describe that kind of thing
I keep trying to tell you how I feel
But I always come up short
How beautiful you are to me
But there aren't enough words
I keep trying to write a love song
But it's hard to say it well
Love is a story that only time will tell
I've searched libraries
And dictionaries
Studied poets
Still all I know is
I keep trying to tell you how I feel
But I always come up short
How beautiful you are to me
But there aren't enough words
I keep trying to write a love song
But it's hard to say it well
Love is a story that only time will tell
Love is a story that only time will tell