Life's Too Short
Daryl Hall · Other Songs - Daryl Hall
We made our mistakes, but memories linger
Each time I turn a corner I swear I see your face
But I'm standing here alone in the wonder
What I really needed, what made me run away?
Was it just somebody's spell I was under
[Chorus: x 2]
We all love on borrowed time, tomorrow's flying blind
And life's too short to be living without you
You laughed at my jokes, broke down my defenses
It's like my heart just awoke, and brought back my senses
I've got my motor running, it's all that I can do
'Cause every road I'm taking, is leading back to you
We all love on borrowed time, tomorrow's flying blind
And life's too short to be living without you
And life's too short
And life's too short
I give in I can't go it alone, yeah I'm done now I know that you're gone
I need someone to save me and life's too short, too short
I give in I can't go it alone
Life's too short to be living without you
Life's too short
I give in I can't go it alone
Life's too short can't be living without you
Life's too short
I give in I can't go it alone
I can live without you
Life's too short
I give in I can't go it alone
Life's too short to be living without you
Life's Too Short
Daryl Hall's 'Life's Too Short' stands as a quintessential example of the smooth, soulful R&B and soul-pop sound that defined his career alongside his partner, John Oates. Released during the height of their partnership, the track exemplifies the duo's signature blend of lush harmonies, mid-tempo grooves, and introspective lyrics that explored themes of mortality and living in the moment. As a staple of their extensive discography, the song captures the polished production and emotional depth characteristic of their work in the late 1970s and 1980s. It remains a beloved track within the broader landscape of classic American soul and adult contemporary music, frequently covered and celebrated for its enduring appeal and melodic structure.