The song "If You Wait For Love" by Bobby Goldsboro speaks about the urgency and fleeting nature of love. The lyrics suggest that there is limited time to express one's feelings and it's best not to hold back. The narrator acknowledges that they have so much to say, but little time to say it. The song is a plea to the listener to not wait for love because it may be too late when they finally realize its importance. The narrator wants to love the person while they still can, emphasizing that they will come to understand the significance of the narrator's affection once they are gone. The chorus highlights the urgency of the situation, with the repeated lyrics "If you wait for love, it may be too late for love." The protagonist expresses that the listener will never forget the current day and will have no regret once they are gone. Although the song doesn't explicitly mention the reason for the narrator's departure, it suggests that they are leaving the person they love. Despite leaving, they promise to remember the day and the way the person said they were theirs. It conveys the sentiment that even though the love may be short-lived, it will be cherished for a long time. Overall, "If You Wait For Love" is a poignant reminder to seize the opportunity to express one's love and affection for someone, as time waits for no one. It conveys a sense of urgency and captures the bittersweet nature of a love that may not have a chance to fully flourish.
