Time ain’t nothing but time
It’s a verse with no rhyme
Man, it all comes down to you
Change ain’t nothing but change
Just the faces and the names
But you know we’re gonna make it through
I’ll believe
When you don’t believe in anything
I’m gonna hold you ’til your hurt is gone
Be the shoulder that you’re leaning on
I’ll be standing here
For the next 100 years
If it all should end tonight
I’ll know it was worth the fight
And we’ll be standing here
For the next 100 years
I, when I think that I’m losing my mind
It all comes back to you
And you, you know that it’s true
After all we’ve been through
There’s nothing that I wouldn’t do
Stand by me
And I would gladly give up everything
I’m gonna hold you ’til your hurt is gone
Be the shoulder that you’re leaning on
I’ll be standing here
For the next 100 years
If it all should end tonight
I’ll know it was worth the fight
And we’ll be standing here
For the next 100 years
I’m gonna hold you ’til your hurt is gone
Be the shoulder that you’re leaning on
I’ll be standing here
For the next 100 years
If it all should end tonight
I’ll know it was worth the fight
And we’ll be standing here
For the next 100 years
Embracing Time and Unwavering Support
“Next 100 Years” by Bon Jovi is a heartfelt anthem about resilience and steadfast devotion. The lyrics reflect on the passing of time and the inevitability of change, yet emphasize that true support and love remain constant. The song expresses a deep commitment to standing by a loved one, promising to be their source of strength through every hardship. It reassures the listener that, even in the face of uncertainty or adversity, the bond shared will endure for generations—a metaphorical “next 100 years.” The repeated promise to hold on and fight together resonates as a powerful message of hope and faith in lasting relationships.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bon Jovi
- Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora
- Release Year: 2000
- Label: Island Records