Sacrifice Tomorrow Lyrics – Alec Benjamin

[Verse 1]
If I could cut these seconds into pieces
I’d find a place for us to hide
In between the twos and threes
If I could stop the hands of time

[Pre-Chorus]
I would stay with you forever
But I should probably get some sleep
Then I walked over to the dresser
But as I went to grab my keys

[Chorus]
She said, “Let’s sacrifice tomorrow for tonight
Never mind your obligations, please just stay here by my side”
She said, “Just give in to temptation, it’s alright
I’ve got clothes that you can borrow, so let’s sacrifice tomorrow”

[Post-Chorus]
Oh-ooh
Oh-ooh, mm

[Verse 2]
Cut the Earth’s crust into pieces
I’d make a beach for you and I
Make this desert a retreat
And we’d never have to say goodbye

[Pre-Chorus]
I would stay with you forever
But I should probably get some sleep
Then I walked over to the dresser
But as I went to grab my keys

[Chorus]
She said, “Let’s sacrifice tomorrow for tonight
Never mind your obligations, please just stay here by my side”
She said, “Just give in to temptation, it’s alright
I’ve got clothes that you can borrow, so let’s sacrifice tomorrow”
[Post-Chorus]
Oh-ooh
Oh-ooh, mm

[Bridge]
Yeah, we can sleep all day
So, baby, please don’t go
Don’t sacrifice tonight
Tonight for tomorrow
Yeah, we can sleep all day
So, baby, please don’t go
Don’t sacrifice tonight
Tonight for tomorrow

[Chorus]
She said, “Let’s sacrifice tomorrow for tonight
Never mind your obligations, please just stay here by my side”
She said, “Just give in to temptation, it’s alright
I’ve got clothes that you can borrow, so let’s sacrifice tomorrow”

[Post-Chorus]
Oh-ooh
Oh-ooh, mm
Oh-ooh
Oh-ooh, mm

[Outro]
Oh-ooh, mm

[Verse 1]
The narrator expresses a desire to manipulate time, longing to find a moment of respite with their lover amidst the chaos. They fantasize about creating a hidden sanctuary in the fragmented intervals between seconds, wishing to halt time’s relentless march.

[Pre-Chorus]
Despite the longing to stay with their lover indefinitely, practicality intrudes as the narrator acknowledges the need for sleep and the impending demands of life. The act of reaching for keys symbolizes the pull of responsibilities, juxtaposed against the temptation to linger.

[Chorus]
The lover urges the narrator to prioritize the present moment over future obligations, advocating for indulgence in temporary pleasure. They propose sacrificing tomorrow for the sake of tonight, offering comfort and reassurance, including the promise of borrowed clothing symbolizing intimacy and closeness.

[Post-Chorus]
The repetition of “Oh-ooh” serves as a melodic refrain, punctuating the emotional intensity of the song and reinforcing the urgency of the lover’s plea.

[Verse 2]
The narrator extends their fantastical imagery, envisioning drastic alterations to the landscape to ensure perpetual togetherness. They propose reshaping the Earth itself to create a paradise where goodbyes are unnecessary, emphasizing the depth of their longing.

[Pre-Chorus]
Similar to the earlier pre-chorus, the narrator grapples with the conflict between desire and responsibility, torn between the allure of staying and the necessity of departure.

[Chorus]
Reiterated once more, the chorus encapsulates the central theme of the song, with the lover persisting in their entreaty to prioritize the present moment and embrace the allure of temptation.

[Post-Chorus]
The repetition of the melodic motif reinforces the emotional intensity of the song, underscoring the urgency of the lover’s plea and the narrator’s internal conflict.

[Bridge]
The bridge amplifies the urgency of the lover’s plea, emphasizing the fleeting nature of the present moment and urging the narrator not to sacrifice tonight for the uncertainties of tomorrow.

[Chorus]
The final repetition of the chorus reaffirms the central theme, with the lover’s insistence on seizing the moment and prioritizing intimacy over obligations.

[Post-Chorus]
The concluding repetition of the melodic refrain serves as a poignant echo, underscoring the emotional weight of the song’s message.

[Outro]
The outro provides a gentle, lingering conclusion, with the melodic hum serving as a reflective coda, inviting listeners to dwell on the song’s themes of love, longing, and the fleeting nature of time.