The song "Now Everybody Knows" by Waylon Jennings tells the story of a heartbroken person who witnesses their former lover in a new relationship. The narrator acknowledges that their ex-partner no longer hides their new love affair and is showered with presents and taken on romantic outings. The ex-lover is seen in all the places the narrator and their partner used to visit, openly displaying affection in front of mutual friends. The lyrics reveal the narrator's struggles with the pain of seeing their former love move on. They emphasize that everyone is aware of the emotional turmoil they are going through, as it is evident from their crying heart. The instrumental part allows for a moment of reflection and contemplation. The narrator acknowledges that there is no point in trying to convince their ex-lover to see the truth as they are deeply infatuated with their new partner. Anything the narrator says is dismissed as jealousy, preventing any chance of reconciliation or understanding. However, the narrator still holds onto hope for the future. They express that if the new relationship were to falter, resulting in their ex-lover's heart being broken just as they were hurt, the narrator would be there to offer support. In a bittersweet tone, the narrator concludes by saying that their love for their ex-partner is fading away while witnessing their ex-lover's love for someone else grow. Overall, "Now Everybody Knows" portrays the lingering heartache of a person who observes their ex-lover's flourishing new relationship, while longing for the possibility of reconciliation.
