Nothing Lasts Forever

[Verse 1]
The sun shines bright, on a happy summer day
I breathe in the air, as the trees around me sway
I'm living paradise, please don't take me away
I want to cherish this before I'm gone
This life is one I'd never try to pawn
Please don't let these curtains be drawn
I've come so far, don't let me die alone
I made mistakes, but look at how I've grown
I won't be here for long, you can take my throne
Guide my people, lead my people, get them on their feet
Bring hellfire and suffering on those who mistreat
If you do what is right, God will give you plenty to eat

[Chorus]
I hate to say it, but nothing lasts forever, my friend
It's hard to accept, but all good things must come to an end
It won't be long before I ascend
Please don't cry, we'll meet again sometime
Before I'm gone, help me write another rhyme
Even when I die, I'll think of you all the time
All of the time, yeah

[Verse 2]
It's coming to a close, this tragedy was inevitable
The bond we had forever was inseperable
The times we shared were memorable
I didn't want to go, not just yet
Didn't want to make you upset
I wanted to see the sunset
The hardest part of life is seeing loved ones die
The last thing you wanna do is say goodbye
When it happens, you try not to cry
It's hard to cope, it's hard to go on, but do that for me
Cuz one day you'll be given the key
You'll open the gates to heaven and finally be free

[Chorus]
I hate to say it, but nothing lasts forever, my friend
It's hard to accept, but all good things must come to an end
It won't be long before I ascend
Please don't cry, we'll meet again sometime
Before I'm gone, help me write another rhyme
Even when I die, I'll think of you all the time
All of the time, yeah

[Bridge]
The rain pounds down on my grave
Washed away by the tidal wave
I was one you couldn't save
My love to you I gave
So long for now
I'll find you again somehow

[Verse 3]
I wasted my days, I couldn't fulfill
Seeing you again would be one last thrill
I want another run, I want a refill
Bring me back to Earth and sign the bill
It's paradise here yet it feels like hell
Once I'm back is when all will be well
Me and my friend just can't repel
I'll come back down on the golden carousel
My soul will be one to never sell

[Chorus]
I hate to say it, but nothing lasts forever, my friend
It's hard to accept, but all good things must come to an end
It won't be long before I ascend
Please don't cry, we'll meet again sometime
Before I'm gone, help me write another rhyme
Even when I die, I'll think of you all the time
All of the time, yeah

[Verse 4]
I wish I could return but I know of the truth
I cherished our times ever since our youth
I'm stuck in heaven, waiting for you
I'll count down the days until you're here, too
Live a good life, it's what I want for you
Appreciate the small things like the morning dew
This is something I can't undo
I'm waiting here for you​