The clock never stops, never stops, never waits. We’re growing old. It’s getting late.

Meaning of the quote

Time never stops moving forward, even when we don't notice it. As we get older, we realize that time is passing by quickly and we need to make the most of the time we have. The quote reminds us that we should not waste time, because it's always moving on and we won't get it back.

About Ben Folds

Ben Folds is an acclaimed American singer-songwriter and pianist best known as the frontman of the alternative rock trio Ben Folds Five. He has released numerous solo albums and collaborated with a wide range of artists, including symphony orchestras and a cappella groups. Folds has also judged a cappella singing competitions and published a memoir about his musical journey.

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