Time Turns
10,000 Maniacs · The Earth Pressed Flat [1999]
you were envy you wouldn't say you tore heart strings
that sorry day dark light hid the tears one for each of the years
love has reasons reason never knows
time turns over love overflows I should have spoken sooner
on that sorry day your arms are open
and I wondered why
wondered why
five years passed to the day time heals some people say
when you hurt the ones I love you're also hurting me
and time turns over turning you from me I thought you'd never reach me
on that sorry day your arms were open wide and I wondered why
Time Turns
Time Turns appears on the 1999 album The Earth Pressed Flat, marking a significant period in 10,000 Maniacs' discography. The track reflects the band's enduring commitment to thoughtful, melodic rock that balances introspective songwriting with accessible arrangements. Released during a time when the group was refining their sound following years of touring and recording, the song contributes to a body of work characterized by emotional depth and lyrical nuance. As part of their broader catalogue, it stands alongside other notable recordings from the late nineties, showcasing the ensemble's ability to evolve while maintaining their distinctive musical identity. The recording captures the band's mature approach to composition, offering listeners a moment of reflection within a cohesive album experience.