Only Time Will Let Us Know
Robert Baitinger, a songwriter from Germany
For songwriters who dont sing or perform it is extremely hard to make ones mark in the music business because they dont have a platform to present and promote their work. This is more or less the situation that I, Robert Baitinger, a songwriter from Germany, have been confronted with since I started writing songs in 1978.
My idea is to complement my songwriting capabilities with the "helping hands" of excellent artists, musicians and innovative producers. In the age of the internet it has become easier to communicate and collaborate with musicians and producers all over the world. I am utilizing the internet and pursuing the idea of a conceptual studio band with a frequently changing lineup of artists. I call this project the "Rob B. Project" since I supply the melodies and/or lyrics of a song and other musicians/producers/songwriters contribute their talents and skills to make it come to life.
Lyrics
Only Time Will Let Us Know
[Verse]
They say the world is burning, but he keeps feeding the flames
A circus in the headlines, it's all part of his game
Fear and deception, just tools to pretend
While the desperate and reckless still call him a friend
[Pre-Chorus]
High stakes, rolling dice, waiting who will break
Smoke and mirrors, every promise a fake
[Chorus]
Is he ruthless, is he bold?
Is he bluffing, does he know?
Is he playing, or praying on the ones who follow close?
Is he reckless, is he wise?
Does he hide behind his lies?
Is it chaos or control?
Only time will let us know
[Verse]
He takes a gamble, never blinks, waits for you to fold
The weaker ones will turn away, 'cause he is ice-cold
A showman in the spotlight, drawing every stare
It doesn't matter what he says, as long as he is there
[Pre-Chorus]
High stakes, rolling dice, waiting who will break
Smoke and mirrors, every promise a fake
[Chorus]
Is he ruthless, is he bold?
Is he bluffing, does he know?
Is he playing, is he praying on the ones who follow close?
Is he reckless, is he wise?
Does he hide behind his lies?
Is it chaos or control?
Only time will let us know
[Bridge]
A master of distraction, a tactician in disguise
Every move a calculation, every word a compromise
He could dream of conquest, or just chase fleeting fame
But either way, we play along, just pieces in his game
[Chorus]
Is he ruthless, is he bold?
Is he bluffing, does he know?
Is he playing, is he praying on the ones who follow close?
Is he reckless, is he wise?
Does he hide behind his lies?
Is it chaos or control?
Only time will let us know
[Outro]
The world keeps spinning, the story unfolds
We're left wondering who's in control
Only time will let us know
Whoa, only time will let us know