Our Wedding Song: "Our Lives" by The Calling (2004)

We got married on 25 September 2004 and my wife chose this song for our wedding dance.

"Our Lives" by The Calling is a song that conveys themes of hope, resilience, and the importance of cherishing the present moment. Released in 2001 as part of their debut album *Two*, the song became one of their most popular tracks. Let's dive into the meaning, summary, and some trivia about the song.

• Meaning: The central message of "Our Lives" is about appreciating the journey of life despite its challenges. It emphasizes the idea that life is fleeting and precious, encouraging listeners to live fully and make the most of their time. The song also touches on themes of unity and support, suggesting that people should lean on each other during tough times.

Lyrics:

Is there love tonight
When everyone's dreaming of a better life?
In this world divided by fear
We've gotta believe that there's a reason we're here
Yeah, there's a reason we're here
Oh, yeah

'Cause these are the days worth livin'
These are the years we're given
And these are the moments, these are the times
Let's make the best out of our lives

See the truth all around
Ooh, our faith can be broken, and our hands can be bound, oh
But open our hearts and fill up the emptiness
With nothing to stop us, is it not worth the risk?
Yeah, is it not worth the risk?
No, yeah

'Cause these are the days worth livin'
These are the years we're given
And these are the moments, these are the times
Let's make the best out of our lives
And even if hope was shattered
I know it wouldn't matter
'Cause these are the moments, these are the times
Let's make the best out of our lives

We can't go on thinkin' it's wrong to speak our minds
I've gotta let out what's inside
Is there love tonight
When everyone's dreaming, well, can we get it right?
Yeah, well, can we get it right?

'Cause these are the days worth livin'
These are the years we're given
And these are the moments, these are the times
Let's make the best out of our lives
And even if hope was shattered
I know it wouldn't matter
'Cause these are the moments, these are the times
Let's make the best out of our lives

Oh yeah, let's make the best out of our lives
Oh yeah, let's make the best out of our lives

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