"Right For The Time" is a song performed by Waylon Jennings. The lyrics depict a nostalgic reflection on past experiences and relationships as the narrator looks back on their youth. The song describes being on the verge of adulthood, exploring new and unfamiliar territories. The narrator mentions being entangled in trouble and having a passionate desire for something beyond just love. They recall a person from their past, referred to as "she," who was right for that particular time in their life. However, as time goes on, the narrator realizes that time has a way of moving forward and things change. The song also mentions a gypsy lady and a younger man who becomes infatuated with her. The young man is captivated by her loving words and finds himself experiencing the sweet and bitter aspects of love for the first time. However, it is implied that their relationship was ultimately destined to be temporary or unstable. The lyrics convey a sense of the young and innocent being drawn to exhilarating and uncertain experiences. The narrator suggests that this gypsy lady had difficulty discerning between the positive and negative aspects of love. It is implied that she never fully grasped the true essence of love, which is all that one truly possesses. In the end, the narrator realizes that this person from their past may be better off alone. The song concludes by acknowledging that while she was right for that specific time in the narrator's life, time moves on and people change. The bittersweet realization that the past is gone and cannot be reclaimed is a prevalent theme in "Right For The Time."
