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Somethin' That'll Last
Lyrics
SOMETHIN' THAT'LL LAST
Mark Patterson
Copyright 2023

I've been chasing her since high school
Back then she liked the outlaw types
That landed her in a lot of hot water
But she was still innocent in my eyes
At our 10-year reunion we connected
She said honey I don't want to go fast
I'm taking my time cause I'm looking for someone
Who's looking for somethin' that'll last

And I'm just fine with that arrangement
And I don't mind her colorful past
She's just fine with my brand of derangement
If there's one thing that I know
Sometimes you gotta take things slow
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last

Forget the fads and infatuations
All of that fades so fast
Don't waste your time on today's sensations
Tomorrow they're forgotten and slip into the past

And I'm just fine with that arrangement
And I don't mind her colorful past
She's just fine with my brand of derangement
If there's one thing that I know
Sometimes you gotta take things slow
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last

Looks like we're in it for the long haul
Who'd have thought we'd make it this far
She calls me her Rock of Gibraltar
And when I'm adrift she's my North Star
If you're tired of waiting for lightening to strike
And all of your hopes have been dashed
Just when you're ready to throw in the towel
l bet you find somethin' that'll last

And I'm just fine with that arrangement
And I don't mind her colorful past
She's just fine with my brand of derangement
If there's one thing that I know
Sometimes you gotta take things slow
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last
It takes time to grow somethin' that'll last

Short Song Description:
"Somethin' That'll Last" is a contemporary country track about holding out for relationships - or anything for that matter - that'll stand the test of time.
Long Song Description:
The song is a contemporary country take on the value of things that last, especially relationships. It features solid vocal and dobro performances, as well as electric guitars and B3 organ.
Story Behind the Song:
The song tells the story of a guy who builds a long-lasting relationship with a girl from his hometown who had previously been out of his league. As it turns out, they're both just looking for something that'll last.
Lyric Credits: Mark Patterson
Music Credits: Mark Patterson
Producer Credits: Mark Patterson
Publisher Credits: Distinguishing Marks Music BMI
Label Credits: Distinguishing Marks Records LLC
Song Length: 3:50
Primary Genre: Country-Contemporary
Secondary Genre: Country-Traditional
Tempo / Feel: Medium Fast (131 - 150)
Lead Vocal: Male Vocal
Subject Matter 1: Happiness
Subject Matter 2: Relationship
Mood 1: Cool
Mood 2: Content
Similar Artist 1: Luke Combs
Similar Artist 2: Morgan Wallen
Language: English
Era: 2000 and later