Theory of a Deadman's fourth studio album, The Truth Is.. was released on July 12, 2011. The Truth Is... (I Lied About Everything) Songfacts reports it was inspired by the divorce that Tyler Connolly went through in 2010.
Current bandmembers:
Tyler Connolly – lead vocals, lead guitar (2001–present)
Dave Brenner – rhythm guitar (2001–present)
Dean Back – bass (2001–present)
Joey Dandeneau – drums (2009–present)
Former members
Tim Hart – drums (2001–2004)
Brent Fitz – drums (2004–2007)
Robin Diaz – drums (2007–2009)
Discography
Theory of a Deadman (2002)
Gasoline (2005)
Scars & Souvenirs (2008)
The Truth Is.. (2011)
Savages (2014)
Wake Up Call (2017)
Say Nothing (2020)
Say Goodbye
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics
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Just leave it up to me to say goodbye
Because these good times will never last
Keep a handle on the wheel and a foot on the gas
We thought it would last forever
I wish you'd just remember
No
Will anything change your mind?
(She said)
A one way ticket was a pretty good sign
(And I said)
Well how can you leave it all?
(And she said)
There ain't much to leave behind
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
So say goodbye
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
Next time I'll take it slow
And as for you I'll never know
At least next time I'll try to understand
So please don't leave this up to me to say that you don't love me anyway
I'll just leave it up to you to say goodbye
'Cause these good times will never last
Keep a handle on the wheel and a foot on the gas
We thought it would last forever
In case you don't remember
No
Will anything change your mind?
(She said)
A one way ticket was a pretty good sign
(And I said)
Well how can you leave it all?
(And she said)
There ain't much to leave behind
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
So say goodbye
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
Just say goodbye
Just say goodbye
Just say goodbye
Well, these good times will never last
Keep a handle on the wheel and your foot on the gas
We thought it would last forever
In case you can't remember
No
Will anything change your mind?
(She said)
A one way ticket was a pretty good sign
(And I said)
No
(And she said)
No
(And I said)
No
(And she said)
No
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
So say goodbye
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
The lyrics to Theory of a Deadman's song "Say Goodbye" are about a relationship that is ending, and the struggle to come to terms with it. The female in the relationship is struggling to say that she doesn't love the man, so she asks him to leave it up to her to say goodbye instead. The song talks about how good times won't last forever and that you need to keep a handle on the wheel and your foot on the gas. The male character in the relationship regrets that it didn't last, but remembers the happy times they shared.
The lyrics suggest that although the relationship didn't work out, the two parties involved still care for each other. It highlights the fact that endings can be difficult, but sometimes necessary for personal growth. The song makes use of metaphorical language to convey this message, such as "keep a handle on the wheel and a foot on the gas". This phrase can be seen as advice to keep moving forward in life.
Overall, the song "Say Goodbye" is a poignant reminder that relationships can come to an end, even when two people care for each other deeply. It encourages listeners to come to terms with these endings and move forward, cherishing the good times that once were.
Line by Line Meaning
She said "Don't leave this up to me to say that I don't love you anyway"
She doesn't want to be the one who has to say she doesn't love him anymore.
Just leave it up to me to say goodbye
Let me say goodbye instead of dragging it out.
Because these good times will never last
We need to face the reality that things won't always be good.
Keep a handle on the wheel and a foot on the gas
Don't slow down or get complacent.
We thought it would last forever
We were naive to think this was the case.
I wish you'd just remember
I hope you don't forget the good times we had.
No
Will anything change your mind?
I'm questioning if you'll ever change your mind.
(She said)
A one way ticket was a pretty good sign
She's made up her mind to leave, evidenced by the one-way ticket she bought.
(And I said)
Well how can you leave it all?
(And she said)
There ain't much to leave behind
I question how she could leave everything behind and she responds by saying there's not much holding her here.
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
So say goodbye
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
It's time to say goodbye even though it's difficult.
Next time I'll take it slow
And as for you I'll never know
At least next time I'll try to understand
If given a chance, I'll take things slower and do my best to understand things better.
So please don't leave this up to me to say that you don't love me anyway
I'll just leave it up to you to say goodbye
She shouldn't make him be the one who has to say it's over; she should say it if she feels that way.
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
So say goodbye
Just say goodbye
So say goodbye
Say goodbye
It's time to part ways and say goodbye.
Well, these good times will never last
Keep a handle on the wheel and your foot on the gas
We thought it would last forever
In case you can't remember
Good times don't last forever, so don't take things for granted.
(And I said)
No
(And she said)
No
(And I said)
No
(And she said)
No
They both acknowledge that it's time to end things, even though it's difficult.
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Written by: David John Matthews
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