MAKING TIME – English Lyrics

• By: Rex Orange County
• Album: WHO CARES?

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the soothing world of Rex Orange County with "MAKING TIME," a short and sweet song perfect for those learning English. With its simple lyrics and repetitive structure, it’s easy to grasp the core message about cherishing relationships. Discover how Rex's heartfelt delivery and straightforward language make this song both accessible and emotionally resonant for English learners.

[English]

Yeah

Making time

Just to see you, woah

We're safe inside, you make things fine

Don't wait up, I'm okay, I'm okay

Making time tonight

Just to see you, woah

We're safe inside, you make things right

Don't wait up, I'm okay, I'm okay

Making time tonight

Just to see you, no, no

We're safe inside, you make things fine

So don't wait up, I'm okay, I'm okay

Making time

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
making /ˈmeɪkɪŋ/ A2	verb - to create, produce, or cause something to happen
time /taɪm/ A1	noun - the indefinite continued progress of existence and events
see /siː/ A1	verb - to perceive with the eyes
safe /seɪf/ A2	adjective - free from harm or danger
inside /ˈɪn.saɪd/ A2	adjective / noun - the inner part of something
make /meɪk/ A2	verb - to create, construct, or produce
things /θɪŋz/ A1	noun - objects, items, or matters
wait /weɪt/ A2	verb - to remain in a state of expectation
okay /oʊˈkeɪ/ A1	adjective / interjection - informal term for agreement or approval
tonight /təˈnaɪt/ A2	adverb - during the night of the current day
no /noʊ/ A1	adverb / determiner - used to give a negative response

Key Grammar Structures

• Making time

  ➔ Present Continuous Tense

  ➔ The phrase 'Making time' uses the present continuous tense to indicate an action happening now or in the near future. It emphasizes the ongoing effort to create time for someone.

• Just to see you, woah

  ➔ Infinitive of Purpose

  ➔ The phrase 'Just to see you' uses the infinitive of purpose with 'to' to express the reason for the action. It highlights the sole intention behind making time.

• We're safe inside

  ➔ Present Continuous with 'be'

  ➔ The phrase 'We're safe inside' uses the present continuous tense with 'be' to describe a current state of being. It emphasizes the ongoing condition of safety.

• Don't wait up, I'm okay

  ➔ Imperative Mood + Present Tense

  ➔ The phrase 'Don't wait up' uses the imperative mood to give a command, while 'I'm okay' uses the present tense to state a current condition. It combines instruction with reassurance.

• You make things fine

  ➔ Present Simple Tense

  ➔ The phrase 'You make things fine' uses the present simple tense to describe a habitual or general truth. It emphasizes the consistent positive impact of the person.