Time Waits For No One
Jackson 5 · Other Songs - Jackson 5
Sad and weary, persevering for love (For love)
Sad and weary, persevering
And I hope that she is thinking to come back to me
Is it possible she's thinking of me at all
Have I gone too far
If only I had shown her love
She'd be with me, deep inside me, my love (My love)
She'd be with me, deep inside me
And I hope that she is thinking to come back to me
And I pray that faith can bear this suffering inside
'Til she arrives
And I hope that she is thinking to come back to me
And I'm scared there's someone sleeping by her side
I can't hide
All the pain deep inside
Is this love
Time waits for no one
Time waits for no one
Time waits for no one
Time waits for no one
Time waits for no one
Time waits for no one (No one)
Time waits for no one
Time waits for no one
Time Waits For No One
Jackson 5's "Time Waits For No One" stands as a pivotal moment in the evolution of Motown's boy band sound, marking a deliberate shift toward more complex arrangements and mature themes. Released during the group's transition from their signature upbeat pop hits to a more sophisticated R&B style, the track features a driving rhythm section and vocal harmonies that reflect the artists' growing independence and artistic ambition. The song's title and lyrical focus on the relentless passage of time served as a metaphor for the group's own journey, balancing youthful energy with a newfound sense of urgency and responsibility. As a staple of their discography, it exemplifies the band's ability to blend catchy hooks with deeper emotional resonance, cementing their legacy as pioneers who expanded the boundaries of family-oriented pop music in the 1970s.