This Is The Last Time
Keane · Hopes & Fears
That I will say these words
I remember the first time
The first of many lies
Sweep it into the corner
Or hide it under the bed
Say these things they go away
But they never do
Something I wasn't sure of
But I was in the middle of
Something I forget now
But I've seen too little of
The last time
You fall on me for anything you like
Your one last line
You fall on me for anything you like
And years make everything alright
You fall on me for anything you like
And I no I don't mind
This is the last time
That I will show my face
One last tender lie
And then I'm out of this place
So tread it into the carpet
Or hide it under the stairs
Say that some things never die
Well I tried and I tried
Something I wasn't sure of
But I was in the middle of
Something I forget now
But I've seen too little of
The last time
You fall on me for anything you like
Your one last line
You fall on me for anything you like
And years make everything alright
You fall on me for anything you like
And I no I don't mind
(instrumental)
The last time
You fall on me for anything you like
Your one last line
You fall on me for anything you like
And years make everything alright
You fall on me for anything you like
And I no I don't mind
This Is The Last Time
This Is The Last Time stands as a defining track from Keane's debut album, Hopes & Fears, capturing the band's signature piano-driven sound. Released during a period of significant commercial success for the group, the song showcases their ability to blend melancholic melodies with anthemic rock arrangements. As part of a record that established them as a major force in British pop, the recording highlights the instrumental prowess that characterized their early work. The track remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the emotional depth and melodic clarity that defined the mid-2000s alternative rock scene. Its enduring presence in their live sets and catalogues underscores its importance within their broader musical legacy.