The song "Yesterday Just Passed My Way Again" by The Everly Brothers is a heartfelt and nostalgic track that reflects on past love and the possibility of reconnecting with a former partner. The lyrics express astonishment and disbelief that the singer's lips are touching theirs once again, despite the pain and time that has passed. The singer acknowledges that sometimes even those who have experienced loss can find happiness and win in love. The chorus suggests that the tears and emotions that the singer caused their partner in the past did not lead to a permanent goodbye. They express a renewed sense of hope and a belief that they have come full circle, returning to the beginning of their relationship. The lines "They say you can't turn back the hands of time / But tonight I'm holding the hands that once were mine" imply that despite the impossibility of reversing time, they are metaphorically holding onto a lost connection and experiencing affection as if they were back in the past. The singer feels fortunate to be loved again by their partner as if there is a sense of urgency, as if the world might end. Overall, the song tells the story of a reunion between former lovers who have encountered obstacles but have now found themselves back together, savoring the precious moments they thought they had lost. It encapsulates the emotions of longing, regret, hope, and gratitude for a second chance at love.
