Lewis is best known for his 2016 single "Waves", which was certified 7× Platinum in Australia in 2019, and his 2018 single "Be Alright", which reached number one in Australia and was certified platinum within four weeks of release, eventually reaching 11× Platinum in Australia and multi platinum worldwide, including double platinum in the United States. Read Full BioDean Loaney (born 21 October 1987), known professionally as Dean Lewis, is a singer/songwriter from Sydney, Australia.
Lewis is best known for his 2016 single "Waves", which was certified 7× Platinum in Australia in 2019, and his 2018 single "Be Alright", which reached number one in Australia and was certified platinum within four weeks of release, eventually reaching 11× Platinum in Australia and multi platinum worldwide, including double platinum in the United States.
In 2022 Dean is back with his sequel to 'Be Alright'...
Hurtless... is coming soon...
How Do I Say Goodbye
Dean Lewis Lyrics
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It's my mother saying, "Darling, please come home"
I fear the worst, but how could you leave us all behind?
There's so much to say but there's so little time
So how do I say goodbye
To someone who's been with me for my whole damn life?
You gave me my name and the color of your eyes
I see your face when I look at mine
So how do I, how do I, how do I say goodbye?
When I couldn't, you always saw the best in me
Right or wrong, you were always on my side
But I'm scared of what life without you's like
And I saw the way she looked into your eyes
And I promise if you go, I will make sure she's alright
So how do I say goodbye
To someone who's been with me for my whole damn life?
You gave me my name and the color of your eyes
I see your face when I look at mine
So how do I, how do I, how do I say goodbye?
And there's no way you could ever let me down
Gonna steal some time and start again
You'll always be my closest friend
And someday we are gonna make it out
Just hold the light, just hold the light
So how do I say goodbye
To someone who's been with me for my whole damn life?
You gave me my name and the color of your eyes
I see your face when I look at mine
So how do I, how do I, how do I say goodbye?
So how do I, how do I, how do I say goodbye?
Dean Lewis's song "How Do I Say Goodbye" is a deeply emotional track reflecting on the impending loss of a loved one. The lyrics describe receiving a message from the singer's mother saying that they should come home, leaving the protagonist fearing the worst – that they are about to lose someone close to them. This person has been an integral part of the singer's life for their entire existence and was always there supporting them no matter what. The song goes back and forth between describing the intense love and connection shared by the singer and the person they are about to lose, and the overwhelming sadness and fear the protagonist feels at the thought of life without them. Despite the difficult weight of loss that permeates the track, there is also a glimmer of hope, as the protagonist vows to keep their loved one's memory and spirit alive and eventually make it through the pain.
The song is ultimately a testament to the power of love, the strength of family ties, and the bittersweet nature of growing up and letting go. It grapples with the universal struggle of how to say goodbye to someone you love and who has been such an essential part of your life.
Line by Line Meaning
Early morning there's a message on my phone
I received a message from my mother early in the morning
It's my mother saying, "Darling, please come home"
My mother's message said that she wants me to come home
I fear the worst, but how could you leave us all behind?
I'm afraid something terrible happened, but I can't understand why you would leave us
There's so much to say but there's so little time
We have a lot to talk about, but there isn't much time
When I couldn't, you always saw the best in me
You always believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself
Right or wrong, you were always on my side
No matter what, you supported me and had my back
But I'm scared of what life without you's like
I'm afraid of how I'll manage without you in my life
And I saw the way she looked into your eyes
I noticed how much someone else cares about you
And I promise if you go, I will make sure she's alright
If something happens to you, I promise to take care of the person who cares about you
And there's no way you could ever let me down
I know you will never disappoint me
Gonna steal some time and start again
I'm going to find a way to make more time for us and start fresh
You'll always be my closest friend
You will always be my best friend
And someday we are gonna make it out
One day, we will overcome our struggles and succeed
Just hold the light, just hold the light
Keep hope alive and stay positive
So how do I say goodbye
To someone who's been with me for my whole damn life?
You gave me my name and the color of your eyes
I see your face when I look at mine
So how do I, how do I, how do I say goodbye?
I don't know how to say goodbye to someone who has been such an important part of my life. You shaped who I am and I see myself in you. How can I possibly say goodbye?
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dean Lewis, Jon Hume
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dean Lewis
guys i wrote this song about my dad... I absolutely love reading all your stories in the comments TY SO much for sharing!!
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I GO FOLLOW YOU ON INSTAGRAM! I GO SOON TO A CONCERT OF YOU WHEN I HAVE ENOUGH MONEY!! LOVE TO YOU! ♥♥♥
Becca Nichols
proud of you <3
ElissaTheDinoNuggie
🧡🧡
Asare Phenom
Daddy gonna be proud 🥹 🧡🧡🧡
SVoided
Dean thank you so much for releasing this song it means the world to know that so many people do through this 🧡🧡
Mr P
I’m dying of cancer that spread to my lungs . I don’t know how to say good bye to my kids.The pain of leaving them is the most painful thing in my life. They don’t deserve this. They’re good kids and for them to see me sick for several years and the trauma it brings it- is very painful for me. May Gods have mercy on my family. No child should bear the pain of losing a parent at a young age.
lazybee666
❤️❤️❤️
Taymur Peracha
Man, sending you all the well wishes and good energy I can. May the world embrace your kids and give their caregivers an abundance of love to give to them.
I don't know you but I would say the days yous have, make loads of videos, leave them lots of stories and give them all the love you can muster.
siwi hshdf
i wish the best for you and your kids