Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: garage
Song Meaning of “Space and Time” by The Abigails
A meditation on the placement of a romantic relationship in the finite plane of existence, ‘Space and Time’ by The Abigails is a sweet, mellow ode to the joy that can be found in an ephemeral connection. Through their lovelorn lyrics, the duo capture the range of emotions experienced in a blossoming relationship, from the effervescent happiness in finding someone to the fragile, gentle touch required as both parties navigate the ephemeral nature of relationships.
Although the chorus repeats the phrase “space and time,” it is the missing word – love – that truly conveys the meaning of the song. They suggest that the love between two people is not an eternal symphony, but rather something that exists in a finite space and time – a suspension of life as it passes through two people’s shared orbit. This reality can be simultaneously daunting and liberating for the listener – it grants permission to live in the moment and give to it all you have, no matter how long or short the relationship will last.
At the same time, the song acknowledges that while a relationship does exist for a certain period of time, it can also linger in both time and space in a special way. Through memories and shared experiences, the connection between two people can continue living even when the relationship has faded away. ‘Space and Time’ is a beautiful reminder that all connections are special, no matter how long they stay.