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Goodbye

Tracy Chapman

Goodbye

For you

It's all in a day

One day in a life

It's all in the one word

The one word is goodbye

For me

It's all in what you say

Though you've tried to be kind

It's all in the words

From the lips that once touched mine with a sigh

Goodbye

For you

It's all in your face

The laugh and worry lines

It's all in the one word

You hope will make you young again

Goodbye

It's all in the play

Someone speaks the line

It's all in the one word

That stops and steals the time

Goodbye

Goodbye

Goodbye

For me

It's all in a day

It's the part in life

When it's all in the words

To fate and circumstance resigned

Goodbye

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Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Goodbye by Tracy Chapman is a poignant song that delves into the themes of separation, loss, and emotional farewell. Tracy Chapman masterfully captures the heartache and inner turmoil that come with saying goodbye to a loved one. The song's reflective lyrics express a deep sense of resignation and acceptance, encapsulating the pain of parting ways. Key moments in the song include the repetition of the word 'Goodbye,' which underscores the finality and emotional weight of the farewell. The introspective verses and somber tone create a hauntingly beautiful narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced a significant loss.

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